3rd Annual Pickles & Paddles Fundraiser

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3rd Annual Pickles & Paddles Tournament Fundraiser

Friday, October 17
Noon to 4 pm

Get Ready to Serve It Up !

Enjoy a fun filled afternoon as a player or spectator competing against your friends, colleagues or cheering them on!

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country. Its popularity is no stranger to Orange County. It is easy to learn and addicting to play!

Whether it is luring in to host major events or providing giveback programs to our youth athletes, OCSC needs your support in order to succeed! Our annual pickleball tournament fundraiser is one way to contribute.

There will be three skill levels; all are co-ed divisions to choose from:

Advanced

  • Ability to hit a wide variety of shots and has achieved stroke dependability with directional control
  • Strategic with shot choice and placement

Intermediate

  • Ability to hit a range of shots and has achieved some stroke dependability
  • Basic understanding of rules and scoring

Novice

  • Ability to hit simple shots with shorter rallies
  • Basic understanding of rules and scoring

 

OCSC is a 501c3 non-profit that works locally to make an impact economically, socially, and culturally through sports. Whether it is attracting major events to OC venues or providing giveback programs to our youth athletes, OCSC needs your support in order to succeed!

Schedule

  • Noon

    30-Min. Beginners Clinic

    For those of you new to the sport, come an hour early and learn from a Pickleball Pro the basics of the game. It is easy; you don't even have to be athletic to have fun!

  • Noon to 1:00 pm

    Happy Hour & Warm Ups Begin!

    Arrive early to fuel up with food and beer/wine/cocktail that are local partners provide. Mingle with your competitors, industry colleagues, and friends as this event is all about having a good time socializing. As the tournament rolls on, stop by the Wahoo's taco bar, grab a drink between matches and bid on some silent auction items. Raffle tickets will be sold throughout the event. Help us raise money for an awesome cause!

  • 1:00 to 3:30 pm

    Tournament Play

    We will be offering three divisions to compete, all will be doubles competitions: Advanced, Intermediate, & Novice. All divisions are co-ed. The top two-place finishers in each division win a prize!

  • 3:30 to 4:00 pm

    Awards, Raffle & Closeout Silent Auction

    Ongoing through the event, check out our Silent Auction. Awesome items to bid on from our donors, including experiences around Orange County. Raffle prize winner will be announced. Plus we will be giving out some great awards for the finalists in each division.

  • 4:00 pm

    Event Concludes

    See you next year!

3rd Annual Pickles & Paddles Fundraiser

Last Day to Register Your Team is Oct. 7 !

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Who Benefits?

Orange County Sports Commission has partnered up with REPAIR Sports Institute, to direct a portion of the proceeds towards Community Healthcare Resources: a program that provides discounted or free physical therapy and athletic training care to underserved youth in our local community. Both Orange County Sports Commission and Community Healthcare Resources are 501c3 non-profits.

The VIP Treatment !

Step into the VIP Lounge for an exclusive experience featuring premium wines from McKinney Family Vineyards, founded by former UCLA basketball and volleyball standout Matt McKinney.

Your VIP Ticket includes access to upscale lounge seating with couches and bar-height tables, a private bar, premium catering, and a signature cocktail crafted just for our guests. Enjoy relaxation with Hyperice® wellness massage devices, plus take home exclusive partner swag and a special VIP gift bag.

Don’t miss your chance to experience Pickles & Paddles in style!

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Thanks to Our Sponsors

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