Dinksgiving Pickleball Tournament in Simsbury: The Connecticut Dinksgiving Showdown is set to be an unforgettable pickleball event this Thanksgiving weekend, November 29 – December 1, 2024. Hosted at Dill Dinkers Simsbury in Simsbury, Connecticut, the tournament promises fierce competition with a heartwarming cause at its core. The event will raise awareness and funds for mental health and suicide prevention through Honor Connor, supporting impactful programs like the Hold Onto Hope mental health initiative and the Walk & Talk for Hope.
Tournament Highlights
- Date: November 29 – December 1, 2024
- Location: Dill Dinkers Simsbury, 500 Bushy Hill Road, Simsbury, CT 06070
- Total Prize Pool: $10,000, with cash prizes for every event and division
- 4.5+ Open Division: $2,500 for 1st place, $1,500 for 2nd place
- 4.0+ Divisions (Mixed, Women’s, Men’s): $600 for 1st place, $300 for 2nd place
- 3.5 – 4.0 Divisions (Mixed, Women’s, Men’s): $400 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place
- <3.5 Divisions (Mixed, Women’s, Men’s): $200 for 1st place, $100 for 2nd place
- Open Singles: $400 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place
Registration Information
- Opened: November 11, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST
- Closes: November 22, 2024, at 8:00 AM EST
- Cost:
- $65 per player per event (except for the Open Division, which is $110)
- Non-refundable $5 software fee per registration
- Refund Policy:
- Full refunds minus a $5 processing fee are available for withdrawals by November 22.
- No refunds will be granted after November 22.
Pickleball Tournament Format
- Each event will feature pool play followed by playoffs for the top teams.
- Formats will vary based on the size of each division.
- The event will include Men’s, Women’s, Mixed Doubles, and Singles divisions, based on skill levels from 3.5 to 4.5+.
- The Open Division, with higher stakes and larger prize money, will be reserved for top-level players.
Venue Information
The Dill Dinkers Simsbury facility provides plenty of free parking for participants and spectators. Known for its exceptional indoor facilities, the weather will never be a concern—perfect conditions guaranteed for every match.
News in Brief: Dinksgiving Pickleball Tournament in Simsbury
The Connecticut Dinksgiving Showdown, scheduled for November 29 – December 1, 2024, at Dill Dinkers Simsbury, will feature an impressive $10,000 prize pool across various skill-level divisions.
Participants will compete in Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles, as well as Singles, all to raise funds for mental health awareness. Registration is opened from November 11 to November 22, with a registration fee of $65 per event and $110 for the Open Division.
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