Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament: The Flora Chamber of Commerce is hosting a pickleball tournament on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the City of Flora Pickleball Courts in Flora, Illinois. The event, called the Paddle Battle, will feature men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles matches in beginner and intermediate/advanced skill levels. Players must sign up by May 14, 2025.
Full Day of Doubles Competition
The Paddle Battle event begins at 9:00 a.m. with adult male beginners. At 10:45 a.m., adult male intermediate and advanced players take the court. Adult female beginner matches start at 12:30 p.m., followed by female intermediate and advanced players at 2:15 p.m.
Mixed doubles matches are scheduled for the evening. Adult mixed beginner games begin at 4:00 p.m., and adult mixed intermediate and advanced matches start at 5:45 p.m. Each player is guaranteed to play six games. All participants are required to bring their paddles.
Entry Fee and Registration Details
The cost to enter is $25 per person. There is an extra $10 fee for those entering mixed doubles. The tournament will follow a “King/Queen of the Court” format, adding fun and strategy to each match.
The Flora Chamber of Commerce is organizing the event to promote community fun and active living. Players must register by May 14, 2025.
Growing Local Interest in Pickleball
Events like the Paddle Battle show how pickleball is growing in Flora and surrounding areas. The game’s fast pace and easy learning curve are attracting more players of all ages.
The Flora Chamber of Commerce hopes that hosting more events like this will help bring the community together and make the courts a hub for local sports.
News in Brief: Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament
The Flora Chamber of Commerce will hold a pickleball Paddle Battle on May 17, 2025. The event features doubles matches for adults of all skill levels. Entry is $25, with six guaranteed games. Registration ends May 14. The tournament takes place at the City of Flora Pickleball Courts.