The Dink Out Homelessness Pickleball Tournament will take place on June 28-29, 2025, at Mt. Vernon High School in Fortville, Indiana. Registration opens on February 12, 2025, and closes on June 21, 2025. The registration fee is $50, with an additional $10 per event.
Tournament Overview
This tournament supports the Hancock Hope House, a local organization helping individuals and families experiencing homelessness. All proceeds will go directly to the Hope House to aid in its mission of providing empowerment and support to help people achieve long-term self-sufficiency.
Registration Details
Participants can register for the event starting on February 12, 2025. The $50 registration fee covers participation in the tournament, and players can sign up for additional events at $10 each. For example, signing up for one event costs $60, while two events will cost $70. Players must also ensure their partner is registered and paid in full to be eligible for the brackets.
Tournament Format
The event will feature a double-elimination format, allowing teams a second chance after a loss. Matches will be played with the following rules:
- Main Draw: Best of 2 out of 3 games to 11, win by 2
- Consolation Bracket: 1 game to 15, win by 2
- Bronze Medal Match: 1 game to 15, win by 2
- Gold/Silver Medal Match: Best of 2 out of 3 games to 11, win by 2
If a team from the consolation bracket wins the Gold/Silver match, they will play an additional game for 15 points.
Divisions and Age Groups
The tournament is open to players in divisions ranging from 2.5 to 4.5+, with age brackets for each division, including 12-19, 20-29, 30-39, and so on. Events may merge or split based on registration numbers, and players will be placed according to their self-rating and birth date.
Tournament Impact
The Dink Out Homelessness Pickleball Tournament offers an opportunity for players of all skill levels to compete while supporting a vital cause. By helping the Hancock Hope House, participants contribute to providing hope and resources to those experiencing homelessness. The tournament also highlights the growing popularity of pickleball and its ability to bring communities together for a good cause.
Participants can expect a well-organized event, and with free parking and the possibility of a rain delay, the organizers are committed to providing a smooth and successful tournament experience.
News in Brief: Dink Out Homelessness Pickleball Tournament
The Dink Out Homelessness Pickleball Tournament, held on June 28-29, 2025, at Mt. Vernon High School in Fortville, Indiana, supports the Hancock Hope House. With a $50 registration fee and $10 per additional event, the tournament offers a double-elimination format and multiple divisions. All proceeds benefit individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
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