Carstairs Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser: A weekend pickleball tournament in Carstairs brought in over $1,500 to support the construction of a new outdoor court. Held at Hugh Sutherland School, the event featured 20 players competing in a series of matches and awarding medals to the top teams.
Fun and Fundraising at Hugh Sutherland School
The tournament took place in the gymnasium of Hugh Sutherland School. Players competed in 12 round-robin games, with gold, silver, and bronze medals handed out to the top finishers. The event drew local interest and community support.
Tournament officials called the event a “resounding success,” as it met its goals for fundraising and participation. The funds raised will go toward building a much-needed outdoor pickleball facility in town.
Community Support for Growing Sport
Pickleball is a racket sport played by either two individuals or two teams of two. It has grown in popularity across Canada, especially in small towns like Carstairs. The tournament showed the community’s strong interest in the sport and its willingness to support future improvements.
News in Brief: Carstairs Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser
A local pickleball tournament held in Carstairs raised over $1,500 to help build a new outdoor court. Twenty players competed at Hugh Sutherland School in round-robin games, with medals awarded to winners. Officials called the event a “resounding success,” showing strong local support for the growing sport.
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