BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Greater Houston Pickleball - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://greaterhoustonpickleball.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Greater Houston Pickleball REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510 DTSTAMP:20260415T144514 CREATED:20260312T184713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T214405Z UID:29936-1778284800-1778371199@greaterhoustonpickleball.com SUMMARY:The Parks & Paddles Battle Tournament DESCRIPTION:The Parks & Paddles Battle: Houston’s Premier Community Pickleball Tournament\nJoin Us for an Unforgettable Day of Competition and Community \nGet ready to rally! Greater Houston Pickleball is thrilled to announce The Parks & Paddles Battle\, a premier pickleball tournament coming to Houston’s beautiful park facilities on May 9\, 2026. In partnership with Houston Parks and Recreation\, we’re bringing together players of all ages and skill levels for a day of exciting competition\, community connection\, and pure pickleball fun. \nWhether you’re a seasoned competitor or stepping onto the tournament court for the first time\, The Parks & Paddles Battle offers the perfect opportunity to test your skills\, meet fellow enthusiasts\, and celebrate the fastest-growing sport in America. With multiple divisions\, guaranteed matches\, and a welcoming atmosphere\, this tournament embodies our mission of promoting pickleball and building community throughout Greater Houston. \n— \n📅 Event Overview \nTournament Date: Saturday\, May 9\, 2026 \nRain Date: Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 \nLocation: Charlton Park and/or Mason Park\, Houston\, TX\n– Charlton Park: 8200 Park Pl Blvd\, Houston\, TX 77017\n– Mason Park: 118 Glendale St\, Houston\, TX 77012 \nStart Time: 8am \nHost: Greater Houston Pickleball in partnership with Houston Parks and Recreation \nFormat: Round Robin with Playoff Bracket \nThe Parks & Paddles Battle will take place at Houston’s premier public park facilities\, showcasing the excellent pickleball courts available through our partnership with Houston Parks and Recreation. Specific court assignments and start times will be communicated to registered participants based on final registration numbers. \nExact start times will be determined based on registration and announced to all participants prior to the event. \n— \n🏆 Divisions & Categories \nWe’ve designed The Parks & Paddles Battle to accommodate players across the spectrum of age\, gender\, and skill level. Choose the division(s) that best match your game: \nGender Divisions\n– Men’s Doubles \n– Women’s Doubles \n– Mixed Doubles \nAge Categories\n– 49 and Younger \n– 50 and Older \nSkill Levels\n– Beginner: Under 3.0 rating \n– Intermediate: 3.0 to under 4.0 rating \n– Advanced: 4.0+ rating \nMultiple Division Entry \nWant to maximize your tournament experience? Players are welcome and encouraged to register for multiple divisions! Compete in your age and skill bracket\, then challenge yourself in mixed doubles or another category. Our scheduling team will work to accommodate multi-division players whenever possible. \nExample combinations: \n– Men’s 50+ Intermediate + Mixed 50+ Intermediate \n– Women’s 49 & Under Advanced + Mixed 49 & Under Advanced \n– Any combination that fits your profile! \n— \n🎾 Tournament Format\nRound Robin with Playoff Structure \nThe Parks & Paddles Battle uses a player-friendly format designed to maximize court time and competitive play: \nRound Robin Pool Play: \n– All teams are placed into pools for initial round robin play \n– Guaranteed minimum of three (3) matches for every team \n– Pool play determines seeding for playoff brackets \nPlayoff Brackets: \n– Top teams from each pool advance to championship brackets \n– Single-elimination format to determine division winners \n– Competitive play continues until champions are crowned in each division \nSchedule Details: \nYour specific match schedule will depend on total registrations in your division. We’ll release detailed schedules to all registered participants approximately one week before the tournament. This allows us to: \n– Balance court assignments across venues \n– Minimize wait times between matches \n– Accommodate players registered in multiple divisions \n– Ensure smooth tournament flow \nAll matches will be played under USA Pickleball rules and regulations. \n— \n💰 Registration & Fees \nEntry Fee Structure \n– First Division: $50 \n– Each Additional Division: $10 \nSpecial GHP Member Discount ⭐ \nGreater Houston Pickleball members receive 20% off their total registration! \nExamples: \n– Non-member\, 1 division: $50 \n– GHP member\, 1 division: $40 (save $10!) \n– Non-member\, 2 divisions: $60 ($50 + $10) \n– GHP member\, 2 divisions: $48 (save $12!) \nHow to Register\nRegistration opens April 24\, 2026! Complete the registration form below to secure your spot. Spaces are limited and divisions will fill quickly\, so don’t wait! \nNot a GHP member yet? Join today to secure your discount and support our mission of growing pickleball throughout Houston. Membership benefits include tournament discounts\, exclusive events\, community connections\, and more. \nLearn more about Greater Houston Pickleball \n— \n🥇 Awards & Recognition \nMedals for Top Teams \nWe’ll be recognizing excellence across all divisions: \n– Gold Medals: First place teams in each division \n– Silver Medals: Second place teams in each division \n– Bronze Medals: Third place teams in each division \nBeyond the hardware\, you’ll earn bragging rights\, tournament experience\, and the satisfaction of competing alongside Houston’s vibrant pickleball community. Every participant will leave with memories\, new connections\, and a deeper love for the game. \n— \n🎒 What to Bring & Expect \nWhat to Bring: \n– ✅ Paddles: Bring your favorite paddle (and maybe a backup!) \n– ✅ Appropriate athletic footwear: Court shoes recommended \n– ✅ Water bottle: Stay hydrated throughout the day \n– ✅ Sunscreen & hat: Outdoor courts mean sun exposure \n– ✅ Towel: Texas in May can be warm! \n– ✅ Snacks: Keep your energy up between matches \n– ✅ Positive attitude: Sportsmanship and community spirit required! \nWhat We’ll Provide: \n– Tournament-grade pickleballs for all matches \n– Experienced referees and tournament staff \n– Organized brackets and scoring \n– Awards ceremony \n– A welcoming\, competitive atmosphere \nFacility Information: \nBoth Charlton Park and Mason Park offer excellent pickleball facilities with: \n– Multiple dedicated pickleball courts \n– Parking available on-site \n– Restroom facilities \n– Shaded areas for rest between matches \nSpecific court assignments will be communicated based on your division and the tournament schedule. \nWhat to Expect on Tournament Day: \n– Check-in: Arrive early to check in and receive your schedule \n– Warm-up time: Courts will be available for warm-up before your first match \n– Multiple matches: Plan to be at the venue for several hours \n– Community atmosphere: Meet players from across Houston \n– Professional organization: Our experienced tournament team ensures smooth operations \n– Fun and competition: The perfect balance of both! \n— \n🤝 A Community Partnership \nHouston Parks and Recreation \nThe Parks & Paddles Battle represents the best of community collaboration. We’re proud to partner with Houston Parks and Recreation to bring this tournament to life. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to: \n– Promoting healthy\, active lifestyles \n– Making sports accessible to all Houstonians \n– Utilizing and showcasing our excellent public park facilities \n– Building stronger communities through recreation \n– Growing pickleball across the Greater Houston area \nBy hosting The Parks & Paddles Battle at Houston Parks and Recreation facilities\, we’re demonstrating the incredible resources available to our community and encouraging more residents to discover the joy of pickleball. \nThank you to Houston Parks and Recreation for their support in making this tournament possible! \n— \n🚀 Ready to Battle? Register April 24th! \nThe Parks & Paddles Battle is more than just a tournament—it’s a celebration of pickleball\, community\, and the incredible growth of our sport in Houston. Whether you’re chasing medals or simply want to enjoy competitive play with fellow enthusiasts\, we can’t wait to see you on the courts. \nNext Steps: \n1. Mark your calendar: May 9\, 2026 (Rain date: May 16\, 2026) \n2. Join GHP or renew your membership to save 20% on registration \n3. Watch for registration announcement via email and social media \n4. Gather your doubles partner and decide which divisions to enter \n5. Complete the registration form below to register—spots are limited! \nStay Connected: \n– Follow us on social media for registration announcements and tournament updates \n– Join our email list to be first to know when registration opens \n– Share this event with your pickleball friends and partners \n– Use #ParksAndPaddlesBattle to build excitement \n  \n\nRegister Here\n\n\n \n\n \n GHP May Tournament Registration Form\n Register below to save your spot! \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Contact DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhoneGender(Required)FemaleMaleAge(Required)16-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+Skill Level(Required)Beginner < 3.0Intermediate 3.0–4.0Advanced > 4.0Tournament DetailsTournament Division(Required)\n \n \n Doubles\n \n \n \n Mixed\n \n \n \n Both\n Doubles Partner's Full Name(Required)Mixed Partner's Full Name(Required)Emergency ContactFull Name(Required)Phone(Required)Membership DetailsAre you an active member of Greater Houston Pickleball?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Would you like to become a member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Address(Required) \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n \n Username(Required)Password(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Membership\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Would you like to make a donation to our cause?\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Your support helps us make pickleball accessible to everyone.Donation Amount\n \n Newsletter Signup I would like to receive the latest news from GHPTournament (+Donation)\n \n \n Price:\n $0.00\n \n \n \n Member Discount\n \n $0.00\n \n Total\n \n Credit Card\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n\n  \nSee You on the Courts! \nThe Parks & Paddles Battle is coming\, and we couldn’t be more excited. This tournament represents everything we love about pickleball: competition\, community\, inclusivity\, and fun. Whether you’re a beginner taking your first step into tournament play or an advanced player seeking your next challenge\, there’s a place for you at The Parks & Paddles Battle. \nLet’s make May 9\, 2026\, a day to remember. Let’s celebrate our sport\, our community\, and our shared passion for pickleball. \nThe battle is on. Are you ready? \n— \nGreater Houston Pickleball is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting pickleball and building community throughout the Greater Houston area. Through tournaments\, leagues\, clinics\, and events\, we’re making pickleball accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages and skill levels. 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