Victory Pickleball’s ‘Dink for Pink’: Victory Pickleball held its first-ever ‘Dink for Pink’ event to support breast cancer patients and survivors in Rockford, Illinois, on March 2, 2025. The event combined pickleball and fundraising, with a portion of the registration fees donated to the SwedishAmerican Health Foundation to benefit UW Health Breast Cancer Services in Northern Illinois.
Pickleball for a Purpose
The ‘Dink for Pink’ event provided an opportunity for players of all skill levels to enjoy the game while contributing to a meaningful cause. Victory Pickleball organized a variety of activities, including:
- Beginner lessons for those new to the sport.
- Recreational play for casual players.
- Challenge games for experienced competitors.
- Bingo for additional fundraising and entertainment.
Organizers emphasized that the event was about more than just pickleball—it was a way to bring the community together to support breast cancer patients and their families.
A Personal Connection to the Cause
For many participants, the event had personal significance. One player expressed the impact of supporting the cause while also introducing more people to the sport.
Having experienced the loss of a close friend to breast cancer, they understood the importance of funding for treatment and support services.
Making an Impact
In addition to pickleball activities, a percentage of the non-pickleball play fees were also donated to the Breast Health Fund at the SwedishAmerican Health Foundation. These donations will help ensure that patients and survivors receive essential care and support.
A Growing Tradition
Victory Pickleball hopes this first-of-its-kind event will become an annual tradition, bringing together the pickleball community to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer services. The event highlights the power of sports in uniting people for a common cause while introducing more players to the game.
News in Brief: Victory Pickleball’s ‘Dink for Pink’
Victory Pickleball hosted ‘Dink for Pink’ on March 2, 2025, in Rockford, Illinois, to raise money for UW Health Breast Cancer Services.
The pickleball event featured pickleball games, beginner lessons, and bingo, with a portion of the fees donated to the SwedishAmerican Health Foundation to support breast cancer patients and survivors.
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