Fall Tournament in Indiana and Missouri: Newburgh, Indiana, served as the gathering spot for local pickleball players in late October. The Rivertown Pickleball Annual Fall Battle in the Burgh drew 217 entries, showing the rising popularity of the sport.
The tournament was held at the recently opened New Rivertown Pickleball Complex, which began operations in August 2023. The competition featured a round-robin format across various divisions for players ranging from 3.0 to 4.0 skill levels and ages, including a 50+ category. The divisions included women’s doubles, men’s doubles, and mixed doubles.
Local Players Shine in Indiana
Among the standout performances were Kent Cadwell and Jason Bell, who went undefeated to claim gold in the 3.5 Men’s Doubles 50+ division. Their victory marked a dominant showing on Indiana’s home turf.
Meanwhile, Winnie Smee and Melissa Dumas made their debut in the 4.0 women’s division, earning a respectable fourth-place finish despite the challenge of competing at a higher skill level.
Missouri Tournament Results
In Springfield, Missouri, another team of competitors made their mark at the Fieldhouse Hallowdink Tournament. Held at the Fieldhouse Sportscenter & Ozark Pickleball Club, the event featured 94 entries competing in a round-robin format.
With 12 indoor courts available, players competed across multiple divisions, including Women’s Doubles, Men’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Chad Hunt and Leigh Toby represented Indiana in the 4.0 Mixed Doubles, securing a silver medal for their efforts.
Gold Medal Winners
- Kent Cadwell and Jason Bell – 3.5 Men’s Doubles 50+ (IN)
- Landon Carter and Logan Ottway – 3.0 Men’s Doubles (IN)
Silver Medal Winners
- Chad Hunt and Leigh Toby – 4.0 Mixed Doubles (MO)
Bronze Medal Winners
- Jack Smith and Will Himes – 4.0 Men’s Doubles (IN)
Other Notable Results
- Winnie Smee and Melissa Dumas – 4th in 4.0 Women’s Doubles (IN)
Other Participants
- Dannette Baker
- Bonnie Ottway
- Michelle Smith
News in Brief: Fall Tournament in Indiana and Missouri
Local pickleball players traveled to Newburgh, Indiana, and Springfield, Missouri, to compete in major tournaments. The Rivertown Pickleball Annual Fall Battle in the Burgh in Indiana saw Kent Cadwell and Jason Bell secure gold in the 3.5 Men’s Doubles 50+ division.
In Missouri, Chad Hunt and Leigh Toby earned silver in 4.0 Mixed Doubles at the Fieldhouse Hallowdink Tournament. Other notable results included strong performances by Winnie Smee and Melissa Dumas in the 4.0 Women’s Doubles.
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