The Bama Beach Pickleball Club capped off a successful 2024 with its annual Pickle Gras tournament and donations to local charities. The event, held at the Foley Event Center from February 11-13, attracted 319 players from across the Southeast, with more than half traveling from outside Alabama.
Pickle Gras Tournament Sees Strong Turnout
The three-day pickleball tournament featured women’s doubles, men’s doubles, and mixed doubles, with mixed doubles being the most popular event. Organizers credited the event’s success to the effort and dedication of local volunteers.
This tournament has always been one of the most successful and fun pickleball tournaments around, and its success is due largely to the amount of effort put into the planning, decorating and running of the tournament. The three-day event featured women’s doubles, mixed doubles and men’s doubles, with the mixed being far and away the most popular.” – (Sam Strite)
“What separates this tournament from most other pickleball tournaments is the local volunteers who come forward to make it smooth running and fun to play in.” – (Sam Strite)
Charitable Donations Support Local Causes
Beyond the competition, the Bama Beach Pickleball Club continued its tradition of giving back to the community. After a strong year, the club donated $3,000 each to four local charities, continuing its mission of supporting organizations where its members volunteer.
Since its formation in 2019, Bama Beach has contributed over $80,000 to local causes. This year’s recipients include:
- American Legion Gulf Shores – Post 44, supporting local veterans in need.
- The Christian Service Center, which has provided assistance to Baldwin County residents for over 30 years.
- Southern Star Search and Rescue, a group of certified K-9 handlers assisting law enforcement in finding missing persons.
- The Table – Baldwin County, a new initiative providing free meals to those in need.
A Year of Growth and Giving
Bama Beach Pickleball Club’s commitment to competitive play and community service has made it a staple in the Baldwin County area.
The Pickle Gras tournament continues to surge, drawing players from across the region, while the club’s charitable efforts help strengthen the local community.
News in Brief: Bama Beach Pickleball Club
The Bama Beach Pickleball Club hosted its annual Pickle Gras tournament at the Foley Event Center on February 11-13, welcoming 319 players. In addition to the pickleball event’s success, the club donated $12,000 to local charities, continuing its tradition of giving back. Since 2019, the club has contributed over $80,000 to community causes.
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