Pickleball is officially taking over the country, and for this week, Sin City, too. Here’s what to know about the World Pickleball Convention in Las Vegas.
From June 6 through June 9, the first-ever World Pickleball Convention will bring fans of the country’s fastest-growing sport together for an action-packed weekend in Las Vegas, the organizers said in a press release.
The event will feature more than 50 renowned pickleball players and sport leaders from 11 countries speaking about the sport. Additionally, the convention will also be a trade show featuring the latest in pickleball fashion, as well as other innovative products.
Of course, there will also be opportunities to play pickleball at the convention, which will feature a tournament with state-of-the-art court flooring and clinics hosted by top players from across the globe. Attendees will also be able to try out new gear in demo courts, and kids can even receive a free paddle during a special kid’s clinic.
“There will be something for everyone at the World Pickleball Convention,” said George Domaceti, World Pickleball Convention CEO. “We have exhibitors and speakers coming from all over the world, as pickleball is spreading quickly beyond the U.S.”
Along with professional player matches, some of the top names in pickleball will also take part in panel discussions about the sport. The World Pickleball Convention will officially kick off with a keynote address by USA Pickleball Chairman Robert Quicksilver.
The World Pickleball Convention will take place from 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 6 until 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Tournaments will continue until Sunday, June 9.
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