The 9th annual Drive Drop and Dink 2025 Tournament will take place from March 28 to March 30, 2025, at the Wilson Family Y in Augusta, Georgia. The event will feature a range of pickleball competitions, with all proceeds supporting the YMCA’s Annual Campaign.
Tournament Overview
This exciting event will host various divisions, including Men’s Singles, Women’s Skinny Singles, Wheelchair Doubles, Men’s and Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. The wheelchair division allows for both men and women and athletes using wheelchairs can compete with standing partners in other divisions as well.
Schedule of Events
The tournament will kick off on Friday, March 28, with Men’s Singles, Women’s Skinny Singles, and Wheelchair Doubles. On Saturday, March 29, competitors will play Men’s and Women’s Doubles, and Sunday, March 30, will conclude the tournament with Mixed Doubles.
Registration Details
Registration opens on December 14, 2024, at 8:00 AM EST and will close on March 21, 2025, at 8:00 AM EST. The registration cost is $25.00 per player. Participants must register alongside their partner, or select “Need Partner” to be matched. Both players must complete the registration and payment within five days, or they will be moved to the waitlist.
Tournament Format
The tournament will use a round-robin format, with teams playing one match against every other team in their bracket. Matches will be played to 15 points, win by 2, in brackets of five teams. Teams that register early may face updates to their DUPR ratings, which will affect their placement in higher-rated brackets.
Benefiting the Community
All proceeds from the Drive Drop and Dink tournament directly support the YMCA’s Annual Campaign. The funds raised help support vital programs such as LIVESTRONG (a cancer survivor exercise program), Safety Around Water (water safety education for Richmond County students), and A Place to Dream (providing beds and essentials for children in need).
Parking and Amenities
The tournament will take place at the Wilson Family Y, located at 3570 Wheeler Rd, Augusta, GA. There is no parking fee for the event. The facility offers four indoor hardwood courts, ensuring a comfortable and competitive environment.
Refund and Withdrawal Policy
Participants can withdraw by March 21, 2025, for a $10 fee. No refunds will be issued after this date. All teams should confirm their participation by the registration deadline to avoid being moved to the waitlist.
News in Brief: Drive Drop and Dink 2025 Tournament
The 9th annual Drive Drop and Dink 2025 tournament will be held at the Wilson Family Y in Augusta, Georgia, from March 28-30, 2025. This exciting pickleball event features divisions such as Men’s Singles, Women’s Skinny Singles, Wheelchair Doubles, and Mixed Doubles.
Registration opens on December 14, 2024, with a $25 fee per player. All proceeds support the YMCA’s Annual Campaign, which funds vital community programs. The pickleball tournament uses a round-robin format with matches to 15 points. Participants can withdraw by March 21 for a $10 fee, with no refunds after this date.
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