Clayton County Pickleball Charity Tournament: Clayton County is set to host its first-ever pickleball tournament organized by the Friends of Clayton County CASA (FCCC). The event will take place on Saturday, September 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the South Clayton Recreation Center, located at 1837 McDonough Road in Hampton, Georgia. The tournament aims to raise funds for abused and neglected children through the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program.
Participants will pay a $30 entry fee, with all proceeds supporting CASA’s mission to provide safe and permanent homes for children in need. Every serve and score in the competition contributes directly to helping these children, giving the tournament a purpose beyond the sport itself.
A Community-Driven Event
The Friends of Clayton County CASA have worked to create a community-centered event that combines the excitement of pickleball with a meaningful cause. By hosting the tournament, FCCC hopes to unite local residents, athletes, and families to raise awareness and funds for children who rely on advocacy for a better future.
The chosen venue, South Clayton Recreation Center, is known for accommodating sports events and recreational activities. FCCC officials emphasized that this inaugural tournament is more than just a game. “Every swing, serve, and score contributes directly to the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) — an organization dedicated to advocating for abused and neglected children in the pursuit of safe and permanent homes,” the official website stated.
Supporting Children Through Sports
The tournament’s setup allows both beginners and experienced players to join while contributing to a larger cause. By participating, players engage in healthy competition while actively supporting the welfare of children in the community. The funds collected from registration fees will directly aid CASA programs, helping to provide guidance, resources, and advocacy for children in foster care or at risk of abuse.
FCCC hopes that the event will inspire other communities to combine sports and social causes, demonstrating the power of local engagement in meaningful initiatives. The tournament promises to be a day of fun, competition, and community solidarity with a focus on helping children find safety and stability.
Why It Matters
The event marks a significant step for Clayton County, showing how local organizations can use popular sports like pickleball to raise awareness and funds for critical social issues. By engaging the community, FCCC is creating an avenue for residents to contribute while enjoying recreational activities. This approach can increase public involvement, expand CASA’s reach, and inspire similar events in the future.
News in Brief: Clayton County Pickleball Charity Tournament
Clayton County will host its first pickleball tournament on September 13 at South Clayton Recreation Center, Hampton, GA. Organized by Friends of Clayton County CASA, the $30 registration fee supports the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program, helping abused and neglected children find safe and permanent homes.
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