The Upstate New York Pickleball Championship, presented by the Capital District YMCA and MVP Health Care, is set to take place from September 20 to September 22, 2024, at the Broadview Center on the University at Albany campus. This highly anticipated event promises a weekend of competitive play across multiple divisions and formats, catering to participants of various age groups and skill levels.
Tournament Overview
The championship offers more than just traditional doubles and mixed doubles categories. Participants have the opportunity to compete in open divisions as well as age-specific events, providing flexibility and inclusivity for all players.
Event Schedule
Friday, September 20:
- Open Divisions
- Open All Ages Women’s Doubles (12+)
- Open All Ages Men’s Doubles (12+)
- Open Mixed Doubles (12+)
Saturday, September 21:
- Age-Specific Women’s Doubles
- Women’s Doubles (Age 18-49)
- Women’s Doubles (Age 50+)
- Age-Specific Men’s Doubles
- Men’s Doubles (Age 18-49)
- Men’s Doubles (Age 50+)
Sunday, September 22:
- Age-Specific Mixed Doubles
- Mixed Doubles (Age 18-49)
- Mixed Doubles (Age 50+)
Participant Flexibility
For instance, a 50-year-old woman can compete in multiple events. On Friday, she could play in Open All Ages Women’s Doubles and Open Mixed Doubles. On Saturday, she could opt for the 50+ Women’s Doubles category. Finally, on Sunday, she could team up with a partner in the Mixed Doubles 50+ category or play in the 18-49 bracket if her partner is younger.
Event Structure and Venue
The championship will be played indoors on hardwood courts at the Broadview Center. Nine courts will be available for play, and each participant is guaranteed three games per event. The event offers no refunds after September 4, 2024.
Venue Details
- Location: Broadview Center, 1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12222
- Surface: Hardwood
- Ball: Diadem Orange
- Net: Portable
- Courts: 9
- Parking: Free
Supporting a Worthy Cause
Proceeds from the tournament benefit the CDYMCA Circle of Champs, a program that supports children battling life-threatening illnesses. The program offers free activities for families, including camp, baseball games, and cooking classes, as well as free YMCA household memberships.
With registration already open, players are encouraged to sign up early and consider joining the waitlist if an event is full.
News in Brief: Upstate New York Pickleball Championship
The Upstate New York Pickleball Championship, hosted by the Capital District YMCA and MVP Health Care, will take place from September 20 to 22, 2024, at the University at Albany’s Broadview Center. The pickleball tournament features open and age-specific divisions for men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles, offering flexibility for players of all ages and skill levels.
Played on nine indoor hardwood courts, each participant is guaranteed three games per event. Proceeds benefit the CDYMCA Circle of Champs, supporting children with life-threatening illnesses. Registration is open, and participants are encouraged to sign up early for this competitive and charitable event.
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