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Join Dink for A Cure – A Pickleball Team Event for a Great Cause
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Hello Reader, The 3rd Annual Dink for A Cure pickleball tournament is here! This year’s tournament is all about TEAMS – bringing friends, colleagues, and communities together for an unforgettable weekend of pickleball, wellness, and giving back. The pickleball tournament will be held June 6-8 at Siena College. The event is part of the Arthritis Foundation's Arthritis Community Weekend, which raises vital funds to support children and adults living with arthritis. The weekend includes a Walk for A Cure, a Wellness Expo and the pickleball tournament. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or new to tournament play, there is a division for you. New This Year: Corporate & Community Challenges! Create a team of 4-8 players (at least two men and two women). Teams compete round-robin style in women’s doubles, men’s doubles and two pairs of mixed doubles.
ScheduleFriday June 6 Saturday June 7 Sunday June 8 RegistrationThe registration fee is $500 per team, but teams that register before April 14 get $100 off. Want VIP perks? Teams that raise an additional $500 unlock exclusive access to VIP parking and the VIP player zone. For details about the event, visit: https://www.pickleball518.com/dink-for-a-cure-pickleball-tournament-for-arthritis-at-siena-college/. Cathleen Crowley Denbeaux from Pickleball518 is the tournament director. Questions?
Let’s hit the courts for a cause. Join us in making a difference!
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