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PickleCon 2024: The Ultimate Pickleball Experience Awaits in Kansas City
Join us for PickleCon 2024 in Kansas City, Aug 8-11! Experience tournaments, clinics, and more. #PickleCon2024
Calling all pickleball aficionados and sports enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for a spectacular event slated for August 8-11, 2024, in the heart of America. PickleCon 2024 is set to dazzle at the Kansas City Convention Center, hosted by the seasoned event gurus from Triple Crown Sports. This is not just another sports meet; it’s a holistic celebration of one of the fastest-growing sports in the nation—pickleball!
The Vision of PickleCon 2024
Rich in features, PickleCon 2024 is designed as a sanctuary for pickleball players—newbies, amateurs, and seasoned pros alike. Our agenda? To deep dive into the contagious national fervor for pickleball through an array of tournament plays, clinics, and adaptive play options. Beyond the courts, expect engaging pro interactions, enlightening panel discussions, breakout educational sessions, and copious opportunities for community engagement through charity events and expansive networking platforms.
A Festival of Pickleball in Kansas City
The event promises to utilize over 100 pickleball courts with space accommodating more than 60 vendors offering everything from equipment to unique apparel. According to PickleCon director Alyssa Morrison, “Kansas City’s central location, coupled with its pickleball-friendly community, makes it a perfect backdrop to unite enthusiasts from all walks of life to experience the thrill and joy of pickleball together.”
Sleeves Will Be There!
Adding to the excitement, Mike “Sleeves” Sliwa will cover the convention for both Sleeves Senior Pickleball Report and STM Daily News. In addition to his reporting duties, Mike will host a booth, offering attendees first-hand insights, updates, and perhaps some of his profound wisdom about the game. Make sure to drop by for a meet-and-greet, engage with Mike, and experience the unique coverage that only he can deliver. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to visit with the Sleeves!
What’s On the Agenda?
PickleCon is jam-packed with activities designed to maximize enjoyment and engagement, including:
Instructive Clinics and Sessions: Learn from the best with professional-led clinics including prominent figures like KaSandra Gehrke, Jordi Vidna, and many more.
Engaging and Enlightening Panels: With over 30 topics, the panel discussions are curated to provide expertise and perspectives from various facets of pickleball.
Night-Time Fun: Ever played in a glow-in-the-dark tournament? This and other entertainment options await, including the Kickoff Party at SERV, and Midnight Madness Open Play.
Vendor Village: Explore the latest in pickleball gear, trends, and innovations as our vendor village grows by the week, offering a plethora of choices to all participants.
Networking and Charity Opportunities: Mix business with pleasure, or engage in one of the many charity events planned for meaningful community interaction.
Exclusive Mixers and Breakfasts: Don’t miss out on the JustPaddles Vendor Mixer and the Senior Breakfast Open Play for exclusive networking in a relaxed setting.
Something for Everyone
Whether you’re aiming to go pro, learning the ropes of refereeing, or just looking to have a good time, PickleCon 2020 caters to every level of interest and skill. It’s not just about playing; it’s about celebrating the infectious spirit of pickleball.
Join us in Kansas City for PickleCon 2024 for what promises to be more than a tournament—it’s a comprehensive, immersive experience in the exhilarating world of pickleball. Stay tuned for more updates, and start making your plans to be part of pickleball history!
For more details and to register, visit https://www.picklecon.com/.
“See you in Kansas City, and as Sleeves would say, ‘Let’s Pickle!’”
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