🏓 3rd Annual “Positively Pickled” Charity Tournament. Paddle up for a purpose!- Join us for a day of competitive fun, community spirit, and fantastic rally action! Whether you are playing for the podium or cheering from the sidelines, every smash and volley helps support local education. All proceeds from this year’s event go directly to the Hibbing College Foundation This is a MAJOR fundraiser for the Hibbing College Foundation, a non-profit 501c3. Thank you for supporting the Hibbing College Foundation! We support the students of Minnesota North College- Hibbing campus by offering scholarships for students and program grants for faculty and staff! Help us support our students’ educational dreams!
Cost is $50- includes one event. 2nd event an additional $25- 3rd Event is FREE! Play in 2 events and play the money ball round FREE!
NEW THIS YEAR- DUPR scores in some events, a Family event, and a CASH event!
📅 Event Schedule & Divisions – We are hosting 7 distinct divisions to ensure competitive, balanced play for all skill levels. Earlier Morning start, later morning start, and our Featured MONEY BALL event in the afternoon! Specific bracket assignments will be emailed to registered players before the tournament.
🏆 What to Expect- Championship Medals: Top finishers in each division will take home custom tournament medals and bragging rights. Check out our silent Auction to bid on amazing prize packages, gift baskets, and local items. All auction proceeds directly benefit the foundation. Fuel up between matches with delicious local eats available on-site for players and spectators’ compliments of Rose Cottage Baking Co. YUMMY! Community Fun: High-energy music, spectator seating (bring your own lawn chair), and great company.
📝 Registration Details: Don’t wait to lock in your spot! Spaces are limited across our 7 divisions to ensure a smooth, timely tournament schedule. Location: Bennett Park Courts, Hibbing, Mn. How to Register: Click the registration link below to select your division and secure your bracket spot.
THANK YOU, SPONSORS FOR 2026! Please check out our sponsor page! Are you interested in sponsoring our tournament? Your sponsorship directly fuels local student success by funding life-changing scholarships and academic resources through the Hibbing College Foundation. By partnering with the 3rd Annual “Positively Pickled” Charity Tournament, your business gains high-visibility brand exposure to an engaged audience of local players, families, and spectators throughout the event. This is a powerful opportunity to align your brand with community wellness and higher education while making a lasting impact right here in Hibbing. To secure your sponsorship package or discuss custom promotional opportunities, please get in touch with Melissa Versich, Foundation Director, at melissa.versich@minnesotanorth.edu.
PLAYERS:
Please arrive in plenty of time to get signed in, warm up, etc. We require Tennis shoes – white soles only please. Pickleball requires a paddle and a ball. Please bring your own equipment. Stay Hydrated- Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. Rules will be available to view if needed.
Just a reminder that the Hibbing College Foundation requires approval at sign-up that acknowledges the inherent risks of playing pickleball, such as injuries, accidents, and property loss. ABOVE ALL- Sportsmanship and respect. After each game, please stop by the scorekeeper’s table to update your scores. FINALLY, AN IMPORTANT NOTE: All games/matches start times are pending weather and previous play ETC. Right now, we are planning for start times of 8 am and 11:30 am. Start times also depend on final numbers and bracket sizes. Please sign up knowing that your times could change. We will do our best to have the final schedule completed a week before the tournament, and allow for individuals playing in multiple brackets.
sign up here- https://pickleballbrackets.com?positivelypickled2026