Pickleball Tournament 2026

GENERAL INFORMATION

Date: February 28, 2026

Time: Registration starts at 8:00 AM, Games run from 8:00 AM to 4:30PM. Meals available for purchase from 11 AM until 3 PM, while supplies last.

Location: The YMCA-YWCA, 3550 Portage Ave, Winnipeg

  • Because we are using the Y’s facilities, all participants and spectators will need to sign in at the Y’s front desk. You will need to have a valid piece of photo ID with you. Tournament participants and spectators will NOT have to pay the Y’s regular drop-in fee, but are asked to refrain from using the Y’s gym equipment while there for the tournament.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Other Fundraising Activities: Throughout the duration of the tournament, the following will be available for purchase:

  • Food - to be determined

  • Drinks - coffee, water, Gatorade

  • LBE Merchandise - t-shirts, sweaters, duffle bags

  • Prize Tickets - tickets to enter a draw to win awesome prizes!

Please be advised that this tournament is taking place in a public facility. Living Bible Explorers is not responsible for any loss or damage to your personal belongings. As you participate in our event, please be mindful and respectful of Y members who are using the facilities.

Even if you aren’t coming to play, stop by to support LBE and cheer on your favourite team!

Information for Players

  • This is a mens/womens/mixed doubles tournament, meaning everyone must register to play with a teammate. You and your teammate may register together (i.e. pay together) or separately - we will pair you together by matching your team name. If your teammate is unable to come to the tournament for any reason, you are responsible for finding your own substitute.

  • Teams will be split into three tiers: Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced. You will be assigned a tier based on your own self-designation during registration. Please be honest about your skill level to ensure quality play for all teams.

  • Each team is guaranteed to play a minimum of 3 games.

  • Finals will be refereed. All other games will be played using the honour system and players are responsible for keeping their own score.

  • Games are up to 11 points, win by one, with a maximum playing time of 15 minutes. Finals will be up to 15 points, win by one.

  • You are responsible to bring your own pickleball paddle. The Y will provide all other equipment.

Registration: The cost of registration is $60 per team (i.e. $30 per player). Registration will close on February 23.

After the registration deadline has passed, we will send out an email with more details for the event, including an approximate game schedule. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of your games to help the day run smoothly and to ensure we have time for everyone to play.

Please see “General Information” above for details about the location, including sign-in requirements.

An event reminder will also be sent out one week before the tournament.

Please note: Living Bible Explorers assumes no responsibility or liability for any injuries sustained during this event.