City of Brantford hosts first Pickleball Friendship Tournament

Brantford Pickleball Friendship Tournament text on a green background showing a two paddles and wiffle ball

Brantford, ON – The City of Brantford is pleased to announce the first ever Pickleball Friendship Tournament to take place at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1, 2025. This is a doubles tournament open to players ages 13 and up and welcomes participants of all skill levels.

Registration is now open, with a fee of $56.60 per person, covering both days of competition. Spots are limited and registration is required at www.Brantford.ca/ACTIVEnet.

“Pickleball has quickly become one of Brantford’s most beloved sports and we’re proud to support its growth,” says Joaquin Barrientos, Manager of Aquatics and Fitness for the City of Brantford. “The Pickleball Friendship Tournament is a great opportunity for players of all levels to come together, enjoy some friendly competition, and celebrate the spirit of the game.”

Check-in begins at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 31 at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, followed by round robin play from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The action continues Sunday, June 1 with the remaining round robin matches, playoffs, a skills competition final and an award ceremony to close the weekend tournament.

More details about the Pickleball Friendship Tournament is available at www.waynegretzkysportscentre.ca/PickleballTournament, or by emailing wgsc@brantford.ca or calling 519-756-9900.

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Media Contact:

Sharon Sayles | Communications Advisor, Communications and Community Engagement
City of Brantford | 519-757-2840 | ssayles@brantford.ca