Over the past week, several significant developments have occurred in the world of pickleball:
Tournament Highlights:
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2026 English Open: Held from August 11 to 16 at Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre, this event attracted nearly 3,400 players, making it the largest indoor pickleball tournament globally. The competition featured 60 courts and approximately 120 brackets, with participants from the UK, Europe, the US, and beyond. (empowerpickleball.com)
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2026 Powerball Virginia State Championship: From August 14 to 16, Henrico, Virginia, hosted this Level 1 tournament, serving as the sole qualifying event in Virginia for the 2026 World Championships in Dallas, Texas. (pickleballtournaments.com)
Facility Expansions:
- Dill Dinkers in Atlanta: The indoor pickleball club announced plans to open its second metro Atlanta location in Kennesaw, Georgia. Scheduled to launch next month, the facility will feature 10 indoor, climate-controlled courts and offer lessons, leagues, clinics, and structured play opportunities. (axios.com)
Upcoming Events:
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Skechers Open 2026: Set for August 21–23 in Longueuil, Quebec, Canada, this tournament is organized by Mrgence Pickleball. Registration closed on August 21. (lader.sport)
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Montis Open: Taking place from August 20 to 22 at The Picklr Kaysville in Utah, this event is hosted by Montis Pickleball and offers competitive play for various skill levels. (lader.sport)
Professional Tours:
- PPA Tour Canada: The Vancouver 250 tournament is scheduled for August 19–23 at The Nest Sports in Vancouver. Fans can watch live coverage of all tournament courts via PlaySight. (ppatourcanada.ca)
These events underscore the dynamic growth and international appeal of pickleball, highlighting its expanding presence and the increasing opportunities for players worldwide.
Highlights:
- Dill Dinkers to open second metro Atlanta location in Kennesaw, Published on Monday, August 17
