Pickleball Tournaments Kansas City KS

Find upcoming pickleball tournaments near you in Kansas City, KS. Whether you’re a competitive player or just looking to have fun, we can help you find the best tournaments in Kansas City, KS.

Local Businesses

Prescott Center

(913) 621-3571
110 S Valley St
Kansas City, KS 66102


Curves For Women

9133346900
7604 State Ave
Kansas City, KS 66112


World Champion Karate

(913) 432-2787
4210 Rainbow Blvd
Kansas City, KS 66103


Golds Gym

(913) 342-4653
4050 Pennsylvania W Po
Kansas City, KS 66102


Curves Kansas City

1224 N. 79Th St
Kansas City, KS 66112


Brenda Go Figure

9135582729
2330 N 68Th Street
Kansas City, KS 66109


Ymca

913-378-9622
8601 Parallel Pkwy
Kansas City, KS 66112


Ymca Of Greater Kansas City

(913) 378-9622
8601 Parallel Pkwy
Kansas City, KS 66112


Fitness For Life

913-236-8383
11 On The Mall
Kansas City, KS 66102


World Champion Karate

913-432-2787
9606 Nall Ave
Kansas City, KS 66102


Choon Lees Academy Of Tae Kwon Do And Judo

(913) 299-5425
1975 N 63Rd Dr
Kansas City, KS 66102


Curves

(913) 334-6900
7604 State Ave
Kansas City, KS 66112


Choon Lees Black Belt Academy Ndo And Ntls Ftnss Ce

(913) 299-5425
1975 N 63Rd Dr
Kansas City, KS 66102


Ymca Linwood Family Center

(913) 232-5622
12831 W 87 Street Pkwy
Kansas City, KS 66101


59Th Street Gym

(913) 362-2442
2862 W 47Th Ave
Kansas City, KS 66103


Greater Pentecostal Temple

(913) 371-4667
864 Splitlog Ave
Kansas City, KS 66101


Kansas City T Bones

913- 328-5600
1800 Village West Pkwy
Kansas City, KS 66111


World Chapman Karate

(913) 432-2787
4210 Rainbow Blvd
Kansas City, KS 66103


Nutri Tan

(913) 299-8267
7531 Leavenworth Rd
Kansas City, KS 66109


Curves For Women

913- 334-6900
7604 State Ave
Kansas City, KS 66112


Pickleball Tournaments FAQ in Kansas City, KS

Is there a difference between pickleball shoes and tennis shoes?

The design of pickleball shoes is specific to the sport, rather than being a multipurpose athletic shoe. Pickleball shoes accommodate rapid cutting and lateral movement while providing stability with a sturdier shoe.

What age is seniors in pickleball?

A Senior Rated event is open only to players who are 50+. Comment: If a Tournament Director wants to allow players under 50 to play in a Senior Rated event, it then becomes simply a Rated event and must be open to players of all ages.

Who is the highest paid pickleball player?

The richest pickleball player in the world is Ben Johns. Thanks to his more than 50 gold medal wins and his multiple Triple Crown victories, he has the highest estimated earnings of any pickleball player at $146,325.

Why is pickleball so addictive?

By the time you realize that the game involves skill and coordination, it’s usually too late, because by then your ego is involved. Pickleball addiction is fueled by the personal challenge of continuous improvement.

What is the #1 mistake beginner pickleball players make?

1. Scooting up after the serve. The most common mistake I see is that after serving, they scoot up a bit. The problem with this is that the return server is going to hit the ball as deep as possible, and if you’ve scooted up following your shot, you’ll have to run back or will have a very hard time returning the shot.

What island is the birthplace of pickleball?

Widely considered to be the fastest growing sport in America, Pickleball is a unique sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong.

What celebrities play pickleball?

Celebrities thereafter turned to the sport as a pastime as Bill and Melinda Gates (who have played since childhood), Leonardo DiCaprio, George and Amal Clooney, the Kardashians, Jamie Foxx, Will Smith and Ellen DeGeneres revealed their obsession with the sport in recent years.

Who is the father of pickleball?

It was invented in 1965 just outside Seattle on Bainbridge Island by three dads – Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum – who, as dads often do, decided to create some summertime fun for their kids.

What does DUPR mean in pickleball?

What is DUPR? Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating is the most accurate and only global rating system in Pickleball. All players, regardless of their age, gender, location, or skill, are rated on the same scale between 2.00-8.00 based on their match results.

What is the most difficult thing to do in pickleball?

One of the hardest things to do in the sport of pickleball is to keep the pickleball low (while still over the net). A low pickleball will prevent your opponents from being able to go on the offensive with an aggressive shot.

What is the 10 second rule in pickleball?

One of the most forgotten rules of pickleball is the 10 second rule. Once the score has been called, the server has 10 seconds to make their serve. If over that time limit then he/she is called for a fault and lose their serve. Rather simple and it keeps the game moving.

What is the most difficult thing to do in pickleball?

One of the hardest things to do in the sport of pickleball is to keep the pickleball low (while still over the net). A low pickleball will prevent your opponents from being able to go on the offensive with an aggressive shot.

What kind of shoes are good for pickleball?

A shoe with good lateral stability should have a wider base and a stiff lower structure to help prevent common pickleball injures (like ankle or knee sprains). Other factors to consider in a proper pickleball shoe are comfort, weight, and breathability.