Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge Presents The Big Serve – BBBS Pickleball Tournament
September 20, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge Presents The Big Serve – BBBS Pickleball Tournament
Serve Up Success: Join BBBS for a Pickleball Tournament that Transforms Futures!
CHARLOTTESVILLE – Serve up success with the first annual The Big Serve – BBBS Pickleball Tournament benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge mentoring programs. The Big Serve will be held on October 19, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Darden Towe Park, 1145 Darden Towe Park Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911.
The Big Serve will feature an exciting Round Robin format, where participants compete in mixed, fixed teams of two. This format ensures that each team has the opportunity to play multiple matches, fostering a fun and competitive atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this inclusive setup encourages camaraderie and community spirit, making it a perfect way to support a great cause while enjoying the fast-paced action of pickleball.
Registration is $50 per participant. Tote bag included with registration. For more information or to register, visit https://blueridgebigs.org/pickleball. To donate or become a sponsor, contact Sarah Althoff at salthoff@blueridgebigs.org.
Media invited to attend.
When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
*Rain date, Sunday October 20, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Darden Towe Park, 1145 Darden Towe Park Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911
"Our first annual pickleball tournament is more than just a competition – it’s an opportunity to rally our community in support of mentorship and raise funds to match the 150 children on our waitlist with a mentor.” said Molly Jackson, Executive Director of BBBS of the Central Blue Ridge. "By coming together on the court, we're not just playing—we're changing lives and shaping brighter futures for the youth we serve."
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge (BBBS) was founded in 1980 and has served over 1,500 children in Central Virginia. The mission of BBBS is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Our mentoring program helps build bridges and break down barriers by pairing one adult volunteer (Big) with one child (Little) and supporting each Big/Little match at every stage.
For more information, visit www.blueridgebigs.org. For media inquiries, please contact Molly Jackson at mjackson@blueridgebigs.org or 434-244-0882.
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