Cleveland Hosts Pickleball’s Grand Return: Pickle in the Land, presented by Nature Stone Flooring, is set to captivate Cleveland again from December 13-15, 2024. Hosted at the Huntington Convention Center, this year’s event promises exciting updates that elevate the tournament experience for players and spectators.
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Exciting Changes for 2024
State-of-the-Art Courts: For the first time, all 24 courts will feature Pickle Flex Pro surfaces by Har-Tru, providing professional-grade pickleball hard courts. This upgrade ensures a top-tier playing experience for all participants.
Expanded Venue: With the use of Hall A and B at the Convention Center, players and spectators can enjoy more spacious surroundings. The additional room between courts aims to enhance the overall event atmosphere.
Officiating Enhancements: USA Pickleball credentialed officials will oversee all medal matches. During pool play, a single official will supervise three courts, ensuring fairness and consistency throughout the tournament.
Vendor Village: A larger Vendor Village will show sport-specific brands, apparel, and other merchandise, giving participants and fans an engaging shopping experience.
Live Broadcasts and Tournament Format
RESN Coverage: Rock Entertainment Sports Network will broadcast live from the championship court on Friday and Saturday from 4-7 PM. With full play-by-play and commentary, fans can follow the action on channel 22.1 over the air or via major cable and satellite platforms across Ohio.
Tournament Structure: The competition kicks off with pool play in a round-robin format, followed by tournament play for top teams. Key match details include:
- Pool Play: Best to 15, win by 2 (minimum 3 matches guaranteed).
- Bracket Play: Top teams from each pool advance to best-to-15 matches.
- Championship Match: Best two out of three games to 11, win by 2.
Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each division, while all participants receive a tournament t-shirt and a special giveaway item.
Free Admission and Community Support
Pickle in the Land is a non-ticketed event, open to the public at no charge. Ambassadors for the 2024 tournament are working tirelessly to promote the event across North America.
Their passion and dedication have helped establish Pickle in the Land as one of the premier winter indoor pickleball tournaments in the country, all under one roof with professional-grade courts.
