News Release: YMCA of the Northwoods and Rhinelander Pickleball Hosts “Clash of the Paddles” Outdoor

The YMCA of the Northwoods and Rhinelander Pickleball are hosting a pickleball tournament on Saturday, September 16 and Sunday, September 17 at Pioneer Park in Rhinelander. Participants register with a partner and play a round robin format based on their USAPA ratings with possible mini playoff of top teams. There are 4 divisions. Men’s and Women’s on Saturday and Mixed and 65+ on Sunday. Brackets will be determined following registration deadline and based on the total of the partners’ ratings. Please rate yourself fairly. Teams will be given a starting time based on the number of teams entered. Teams are guaranteed 5 games and USAPA rules will apply throughout the tournament. Registration is open to the first 36 teams and must be made by Wednesday, September 6. “Last year’s tournament was both fun and challenging”, said Marilyn Duschl, tournament director. We look forward to another great event.” Food will be available for purchase. Spectators are welcome to sit and enjoy the competition from all over the state. The fee per player is $35 and $10 for entering an additional bracket. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams in each bracket and participants will receive a custom Clash of the Paddles T-shirt. In case of rain, play will be held at the Hodag Dome or YMCA. Proceeds from this tournament support the Y Annual Support Campaign which provides assistance for youth, adults and families to attend YMCA programs and activities and Rhinelander Pickleball. Online registration will be taken until Wednesday, September 6. To view online registration go to www.ymcaofthenorthwoods.org and click on the Clash of the Paddles Event or call 715-362-9622.

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About the YMCA of the Northwoods

The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The YMCA of the Northwoods engages men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve our community’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. The Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change in our Northwoods communities.