Arizona’s Upcoming Pickleball Tournaments: An action-packed pickleball season in Surprise, Arizona, is set to begin as the City of Surprise Pickleball Courts prepare to host three thrilling tournaments in the coming months. From memorial events to charity competitions, pickleball fans are in for a treat.
Tommy Wong Memorial Pickleball Tournament
The first event kicks off on January 31 and runs through February 3 with the Tommy Wong Memorial Pickleball Tournament. This prestigious tournament, honoring the late Tommy Wong, will feature a double elimination format in multiple categories, including women’s doubles, men’s doubles, mixed doubles, and senior mixed doubles.
Fully sanctioned by the United States Amateur Pickleball Association (USAPA), this event promises fierce competition and heartfelt friendship. Interested players can find more details and registration information on the official Tommy Wong Memorial website.
MS Charity Pickleball Tournament
Following the memorial tournament, the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Charity Pickleball Tournament will take center stage from March 14 to 16. Like the previous event, it will follow the double elimination format, with categories for women’s doubles, men’s doubles, and mixed doubles.
This tournament holds special meaning as proceeds benefit MS research and support programs. It’s a perfect blend of competitive play and charitable giving. For those wanting to participate, more details are available at the MS Charity Pickleball Tournament website.
Battle of the Paddles Pickleball Tournament
In April, the final tournament of the series, the Battle of the Paddles Pickleball Tournament, will take place on April 5-6. Players will face off in a double elimination format, showcasing some of the region’s top players in women’s doubles, men’s doubles, and mixed doubles.
Participants will have to bring their best skills to the courts for this exciting showdown. Those interested in competing can visit the Battle of the Paddles Tournament site for full registration and event details.
Free Spectating and Court Availability
For fans who prefer to watch the action unfold rather than participate, spectating at all three tournaments is free of charge.
The events will be held at 14534 W. Tierra Buena Ln, Surprise, AZ. However, courts will be closed for open play during the tournaments, so recreational players should plan accordingly.
News in Brief: Arizona’s Upcoming Pickleball Tournaments
Surprise, Arizona will host three major pickleball tournaments at the City of Surprise Pickleball Courts in 2025.
The Tommy Wong Memorial, MS Charity, and Battle of the Paddles tournaments will feature double elimination play across multiple categories. Spectating is free, but courts will be closed for open play during the events.