Play for a purpose!
Team Types & Prizes:
The tournament will feature two categories of teams: one for non-profits and one for the general public. In the non-profit group there will be three 4-team divisions. The three division winners will each receive $1,000. In the open sector, there will be three winners of $300 each.
Prizes:
- $300 for Regular Teams
- $1,000 for Non-Profit Teams
Team Types:
- Regular Team - Prize money goes to participants
- Non-Profit Team - Prize money goes to Non-Profit of teams choice, must be a 501c3.
The tournament will feature two categories of teams: one for non-profits and one for the general public. In the non-profit group there will be three 4-team divisions. The three division winners will each receive $1,000. In the open sector, there will be three winners of $300 each.
Prizes:
- $300 for Regular Teams
- $1,000 for Non-Profit Teams
Team Types:
- Regular Team - Prize money goes to participants
- Non-Profit Team - Prize money goes to Non-Profit of teams choice, must be a 501c3.
Come one, come all to the thrilling Pickleball Tournament hosted by the Kansas City Plaza Rotary Club! We invite you to participate in this fun-filled event that combines the fast-paced action of pickleball with the spirit of giving back to the community.
- Competitive Pickleball Matches: Show off your skills and compete against fellow pickleball enthusiasts from all around Kansas City. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this tournament welcomes players of all skill levels.
- Exciting Prizes: Put your game face on and vie for the top spot! Winners will receive $300 for Individual teams and $1000 for Non-Profit Teams! Don't miss your chance to claim victory and earn recognition or money for your favorite Non-Profit.
- Community Spirit: By participating in this tournament, you directly support the Kansas City Plaza Rotary Club's charitable initiatives. Money raised will support initiatives through our club’s philanthropic foundation, including supporting resettlement of a refugee family from Syria, a recently launched microlending program in partnership with The Sewing Labs, and helping to provide emergency shelter, tools, and household supplies to displaced families after disaster in partnership with ShelterBox.
- Spectator Fun: Even if you're not playing, you can still join the excitement as a spectator. Cheer on your favorite teams, enjoy delicious refreshments, and engage in friendly banter with fellow pickleball enthusiasts. Will include fun, games, refreshments, 50/50 raffle prizes and a food truck.
-Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, business professionals, and community leaders during the event. Expand your network and build meaningful relationships while making a positive impact on the Kansas City community.
- Competitive Pickleball Matches: Show off your skills and compete against fellow pickleball enthusiasts from all around Kansas City. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this tournament welcomes players of all skill levels.
- Exciting Prizes: Put your game face on and vie for the top spot! Winners will receive $300 for Individual teams and $1000 for Non-Profit Teams! Don't miss your chance to claim victory and earn recognition or money for your favorite Non-Profit.
- Community Spirit: By participating in this tournament, you directly support the Kansas City Plaza Rotary Club's charitable initiatives. Money raised will support initiatives through our club’s philanthropic foundation, including supporting resettlement of a refugee family from Syria, a recently launched microlending program in partnership with The Sewing Labs, and helping to provide emergency shelter, tools, and household supplies to displaced families after disaster in partnership with ShelterBox.
- Spectator Fun: Even if you're not playing, you can still join the excitement as a spectator. Cheer on your favorite teams, enjoy delicious refreshments, and engage in friendly banter with fellow pickleball enthusiasts. Will include fun, games, refreshments, 50/50 raffle prizes and a food truck.
-Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, business professionals, and community leaders during the event. Expand your network and build meaningful relationships while making a positive impact on the Kansas City community.
Registration fee:
$150 Per Team
Location
SW19 Tennis Academy
2008 W 103rd Terrace, Leawood, KS 66206
2008 W 103rd Terrace, Leawood, KS 66206
Date and Time
September 23, 2023
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Taco Cacao Food Truck
Tournament Schedule
12:00 PM - Team Check Ins
1:00 PM - Tournament Begins
1:00 PM - Tournament Begins
Teams
Regular Teams:
Non-Profit Teams:
Non-Profit Teams:
Location
SW19 Tennis Academy
2008 W 103rd Terrace, Leawood, KS 66206
2008 W 103rd Terrace, Leawood, KS 66206
The tournament will be held at the SW19 Tennis Academy located behind Gates BBQ in the old US Toys building at 103rd and State Line Road
Tournament Rules
We are here for fun and to support our charities, everyone wins this weekend!
- Team will call own lines and non-volley (kitchen) violations
- Rules official will be available to confirm rules only
- Bracket play will be played to 15, win by 2, we have allowed ONLY 20 minutes for each game
- In games that go over allotted time and due to condensed time schedule, tournament committee may intervene and determine “next point wins” if still tied
- Championship matches will be best of 3 games played to 11 win by 2; championship matches have 30 minutes allowed
- All other traditional USAPA rules will govern play; Aviana USAPA approved indoor balls will be used
- Please reference https://usapickleball.org/what-is-pickleball/official-rules/rules-summary/ for clarification
- Please respect the volunteers and staff. They are here to assist and not all are Pickleball players or officials. Please confirm your own scoring and when in doubt ask for tournament committee personnel.
- We are here to have fun, first and foremost and to benefit charitable causes. Any arguing, trash talking, name calling, destruction of property, etc. will result in forfeit and expulsion from the tournament.
- We have 8 courts for morning play, then only 4 after 12pm, therefore the following policies will be in effect to keep the tournament moving and on time.
- We have a specific amount of time planned for each game, please exit the court immediately following play.
- Please pay attention to your bracket and be ready to play when it is your turn. We HIGHLY suggest you be at your court and ready to play, 5 minutes before estimated start time. Any team causing a game to start late will be penalized 2 points (8 max) for each minute after the first minute. After 5 total minutes they will forfeit the match. In the chance you are still playing you will NOT be penalized. However, with games to 15, we do not anticipate many games going over 20 minutes.
- If the team you are playing is currently playing, go check in and flip the coin to determine serve or service side.
- Some teams may play immediately after on another court. Please try to know when and where your next match is. The rules official and committee will be on hand to assist. All courts are very close in proximity.
- There will be NO allotted warm up time on your match court. Each division has time before matches get started to get warmed up. We have one outdoor court reserved for warmups, however there are some games scheduled to play outdoors. Please review your bracket to know when and where your game is. You will be expected to start your match at the time listed on the bracket sheet.
- There will be no timeouts. At point 8, we will change service sides. This will be your time to get a drink and regroup.
- Please refrain from chasing balls in other courts if possible. Volunteers should be there to help gather errant balls
- Please enter and exit the courts appropriately.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Commitment Levels:
o $5,000 – Signature Sponsor – YOUR NAME listed on all premotions, on signage
• (Exclusive 1 available)
o $1,000 – Court Sponsors – YOUR NAME signs placed on each court
• (6 available)
o $ 500 – Team Sponsors – covers team entry fee plus food and beverages
• (24 Available)
o $ other – Foundation Sponsors
Deadline: August 15, 2023 Click Sponsor below and select your sponsorship level or email Jeff Chapman, [email protected]
o $5,000 – Signature Sponsor – YOUR NAME listed on all premotions, on signage
• (Exclusive 1 available)
o $1,000 – Court Sponsors – YOUR NAME signs placed on each court
• (6 available)
o $ 500 – Team Sponsors – covers team entry fee plus food and beverages
• (24 Available)
o $ other – Foundation Sponsors
Deadline: August 15, 2023 Click Sponsor below and select your sponsorship level or email Jeff Chapman, [email protected]
Sponsors
Thank you for Sponsoring our Pickleball Tournament and supporting our initiatives for the underserved, healthcare, emergency and disaster relief, education, microlending, refugee transition, youth and leadership programs and Shoes for Orphan Souls
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