Paddle Battle Tournament for NEMS Habitat for Humanity

Description

DETAILS ARE DEVELOPING AND WILL BE UPDATED AS WE ORGANIZE. Tournament Directors: Albine Bennett and Ashton Chinnambeti.

This is our 1st annual Pickleball Competition. It will be held outdoors at the BRAND NEW Dot Cooper Kelly City Park Pickleball Complex in Tupelo, MS (906 Fillmore Drive).

CUSTOM MEDALS

Schedule:
Friday, March 22 - Men's and Women's Singles
Check-in TBD
Opening Ceremony TBD

Saturday, March 23 - Gender Doubles
Check-in begins TBD
Opening Ceremony TBD
Event time range: TBD

Sunday, March 24 - Mixed Doubles
Check-in begins TBD
Opening Ceremony TBD
Event time range: TBD

Specific start times for each event will be posted by the Thursday prior to the event. You must check in daily at least 30 minutes prior to your event start.

This will be a round robin event with pool play if we have enough teams . Plan to have it to be skill/age. Desired skill brackets are 2.0-3.0, 3.0-3.5, 3.5-4.0, 4.5 + , you may register with a range of 0.5. Desired Age brackets to be 12-34, 35-59, 60+.

A minimum of 5 teams is required for each bracket in the major Divisions. If we have 10 teams or more in a given event, we will divide the brackets into flights of 5, with pool play to determine the medalists. We reserve the right to adjust the brackets based on the number of players.

This is a charitable fund raising event to benefit Northeast Mississippi Habitat for Humanity.

Please note that there will be a registration "Service Fee" charged for each registration of $5.00 for 1 event or $10.00 for 2+ events. This is a non-refundable fee charged by the website.

Additional Information

We have confirmation for a backup venue in case of rain. We are planning on having water and snacks available to all players. Restrooms are on site. Courts will be lightened and surrounded by fencing.

We will be using the Franklin X-40 outdoor ball.

On Saturday and Sunday mornings, we will have Scarlet's Donuts available for all players. No coffee so be sure to get your caffeine before arriving.

On Saturday, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, lunch will be available for purchase on site from Honey Baked Ham. On Sunday, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, lunch will be available for purchase on site from Jo's Cafe, a local food truck.

Please do not bring any adult beverages (alcohol) to the park. No outdoor seating available. Spectators are welcome to bring their lawn chairs.

We have amazing pickleball raffle prizes and giveaways! Please visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/d8550abd-ef90-43f4-b574-8dc282d857f4 to see three amazing raffles!

We will have a recovery tent with stationary bicycles sponsored by Ground Zero Fitness.

Physical therapists with Crossroad Rehabilitation will be on site all weekend offering assessments and preventative care for players and spectators alike!

Massage therapist Mia Moore with Superior Styles & Spa will be on site.

Selfie Photo Booth provided by Kim Fly with On the Fly Events.

Pickleball Social will be on Saturday from 2:00PM - 5:00PM so be sure to stop by. We will have pickleball vendors and local area clubs present. We will also be giving away door prizes during this time.

We have worked out special rates with area's local hotels. Hotel Tupelo is a sponsor of our tournament. Use group name NEMS Habitat for Humanity when booking with any of the hotels below.
Hotel Tupelo - $159/night (through 2.23.2024- use 032224PAD when booking online)
Hampton Inn - $109/night (through 3.1.2024- use CHHNEM when booking online)
Courtyard Marriott - $119/night (through 2.23.24- use group code NEM when booking online)
Fairfield Inn and Suites - $119/night (through 2.23.24- use group code NEM when booking online)
Holiday Inn Candlewood Suites - TBD
Best Western PLUs TBD
Holiday Inn & Suites - $129/night (Group Rate: PBT ;IATA#: 99801505)
Holiday Inn Express - #119/night (Group Rate: PBP ; IATA#: 99801505)

Volunteers can go here to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D4DA4AC23A2F58-47870573-paddle#/

There are several local events happening during the weekend. On Friday, March 22, annual Bud & Burgers will take place downtown Tupelo at Fairpark. On Saturday, March 23, there will be an indoor in-water Easter egg hunt at the Aquatic center. On Sunday, the annual Cherry Blossom Festival will be held at Ballard Park.

While in Tupelo, be sure to check out all of the amazing city has to offer by visiting https://www.tupelo.net/things-to-do/.

Weather

Join us for an outdoor tournament in Mississippi dedicated to raising funds for a significant cause. While we aim to adhere to the scheduled game times, weather conditions may require adjustments. In case of inclement weather, games will be played on their scheduled days, with updates provided closer to the event. The "bubble" tennis courts are secured as a backup in case of rain. Your good spirits and flexibility are appreciated. Thank you for supporting this fundraiser and bringing a positive attitude to the tournament!

Health & Safety

Safety is paramount. Please call "Ball" if an errant ball rolls onto a court during a match.

If you are sick, running fever, please do not attend and let the TDs know you will be dropping out.

A table/tent will be available for minor medical issues. Cuts, scrapes, sprains should be able to be handled. EMS is only minutes away.

Refund Policy

This is a no-refund, outdoor tournament. Because this is an event to raise funds for a charity, the registration fee and event fees at the tournament are non-refundable, including in the event of weather cancellations.

Venue Information

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