Ohio Valley Pickleball Tournament: In a unique blend of fitness, fun, and philanthropy, a new pickleball tournament is set to make a significant impact in Wheeling, West Virginia. The Ohio Valley Pickleball Club is joining forces with WVU Medicine Children’s to host a tournament aimed at raising funds for the construction of the new Children’s Pediatric Center at Wheeling Hospital.
Event Details and Purpose
Scheduled for December 28th and 29th, the tournament will take place at the Highlands Sports Complex. The event promises an exciting mix of competition and community spirit, with all proceeds directed toward the pediatric center’s new campaign. This initiative will help fund the transformation of the former continuous care building at Wheeling Hospital into a state-of-the-art outpatient center.
Key Event Highlights
- Date: December 28th and 29th
- Location: Highlands Sports Complex, Wheeling, WV
- Proceeds: Supporting the construction of the new Children’s Pediatric Center
- Broadcast: Live on the Pine Room Podcast
Community and Volunteer Effort
Jess Moore, from the WVU Medicine Foundation and Community Relations, shared her enthusiasm about the partnership.
“We’re really excited to be partnering with the Ohio Valley Pickleball Club. It’s a great group. The volunteers are doing an amazing job helping get sponsors, helping me learn the rules of pickleball, and it’s really been fun for us all to work together. I’m excited mostly about being able to honor the Ohio Valley Pickleball Club as one of our donors to our new center.” – (Jess Moore)
Moore emphasized the importance of the event not just for raising funds, but also for building community support for a critical cause.
“So, all of the money, the proceeds from this event will go towards our new campaign for a WVU medicine outpatient center.” – (Jess Moore)
Raising Awareness and Promoting Health
The event is also a chance to raise awareness about the importance of physical health, as JT Thomas from the Ohio Valley Pickleball Club highlighted.
“It’s a great chance, and opportunity to raise awareness for people to get healthy, get out, get off your butt, get moving a little bit, and most importantly, to help with a great cause and helping with the kids in the children’s center.” – (JT Thomas)
Tournament Format and Prizes
The tournament will feature both gendered and mixed brackets, catering to players of all skill levels—beginner to advanced.
This ensures that everyone has a chance to participate in an inclusive, competitive environment. Medals will be awarded for the top three winners in each bracket, with gold, silver, and bronze up for grabs.
Registration Includes
- Entry into one event
- Lunch
- Tournament t-shirt
This tournament is not just a sporting event but a testament to the power of community, sport, and generosity.
News in Brief: Ohio Valley Pickleball Tournament
The Ohio Valley Pickleball Club, in collaboration with WVU Medicine Children’s, is hosting a pickleball tournament on December 28th and 29th at Highlands Sports Complex. The event aims to raise funds for the new Children’s Pediatric Center at Wheeling Hospital. The pickleball event will feature various brackets for players of all levels, with medals for top finishers. Proceeds from the event will support the outpatient center’s construction.
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