Ventnor Wins Funky Pickle Commissioners Cup: In a thrilling display of pickleball skills, Ventnor emerged as the dominant force at this year’s Funky Pickle Commissioners Cup. Held on the Suffolk Avenue courts, the tournament saw Ventnor’s team, comprised of Mayor Tim Kriebel and Commissioner Lance Landgraf, deliver a commanding performance against Margate’s Mayor Michael Collins and Commissioner Cathy Horn. The final score of 11-1 reflected Ventnor’s strong play and strategic advantage.
An Event Full of Fun and Laughter
The match, marked by a spirited atmosphere, provided plenty of entertainment. The announcer highlighted every moment with a comedic flair, drawing laughter from the crowd. The audience, which included Collins’ family and Ventnor’s enthusiastic supporters such as Commissioner Maria Mento and Kathy Style-Landgraf, who cheered with pom-poms, added to the event’s vibrant energy.
The Birth of a Friendly Rivalry
This first event, set to become a staple in the local sports calendar, hinted at a growing rivalry between Ventnor and Margate. Despite Horn’s admitted lack of pickleball experience and Collins’ inability to match the skills of Kriebel and Landgraf, the game remained a friendly and engaging contest. Meanwhile, serious pickleball players utilized the city’s eight dedicated pickleball courts and four tennis courts, which were also striped for the tournament.
Community Engagement and Charity
Beyond the matches, the tournament offered a range of activities, including food trucks and a music festival, ensuring a festive atmosphere for spectators. The event’s proceeds supported the AMI Foundation and the Dr. Jan Astin Mobile Digital Mammography Van, which travels across the state to provide breast cancer screenings to women lacking health insurance or access to healthcare. This charitable component showed the event’s commitment to community well-being.
News in Brief: Ventnor Wins Funky Pickle Commissioners Cup
Ventnor won in the inaugural Funky Pickle Commissioners Cup, decisively beating Margate 11-1. The match, held on Suffolk Avenue, showed Ventnor’s Mayor Tim Kriebel and Commissioner Lance Landgraf in a dominant performance against Margate’s Mayor Michael Collins and Commissioner Cathy Horn. The event, marked by lively commentary and enthusiastic crowds, is expected to spark a friendly rivalry between the cities.
While the game entertained with its lighthearted atmosphere, serious pickleball matches continued on eight courts. The tournament, featuring food trucks and a music festival, also supported the AMI Foundation and the Dr. Jan Astin Mobile Digital Mammography Van.
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