The 2025 Fun In The Sun All For Charity Pickleball Tournament is set to take place from March 3–5, 2025, at the Palm Ridge Recreation Center in Sun City West, Arizona. This USA Pickleball-sanctioned event promises intense competition and a chance for players to support a meaningful cause while enjoying the Arizona sunshine.
Competitive Format and Age Brackets
The tournament features a double elimination skill/age format, with skill levels ranging from 3.0 to 5.0. Age categories include 45-49, 50-59, 60+, 65+, and 70+. Matches in the winners’ bracket will follow a best-of-three format, played to 11 points, while consolation matches will consist of a single game to 15 points.
Smaller brackets with fewer than six teams will adopt a round-robin format, with medal rounds played as single elimination. All matches will be officiated by referees to ensure a smooth and competitive event.
Registration and Team Requirements
Registration costs $80 per participant and closes on February 17, 2025, at 11:55 MST. Players must complete the process by signing a waiver, paying registration fees, and ensuring their team is fully registered. Events are capped at eight teams per bracket, with potential expansions based on overall participation levels.
Age brackets may be combined or adjusted to ensure competitive balance, though medal awards will honor the original brackets participants registered for.
Venue and Logistics
The Palm Ridge Recreation Center provides a premier venue with top-tier facilities tailored to accommodate players and spectators. Parking is available free of charge, and a rain makeup day is scheduled for Thursday, March 6, should weather disruptions occur. The tournament director will determine the revised format for any rescheduled matches.
Supporting a Worthy Cause
As a charity-centered event, the Fun In The Sun Tournament encourages players and attendees to participate with a spirit of giving. Proceeds will support local causes, combining athletic competition with a commitment to community enrichment.
News in Brief: 2025 Fun In The Sun All For Charity
The 2025 Fun In The Sun All For Charity Pickleball Tournament will be held from March 3–5, 2025, at the Palm Ridge Recreation Center in Sun City West, Arizona. This USA Pickleball-sanctioned pickleball event features competitive play in double elimination and round-robin formats for skill levels 3.0–5.0 and age groups 45–70+.
Registration costs $80 and closes on February 17. Proceeds will benefit local charities. With refereed matches and top-tier facilities, the event combines athletic competition and community support.
