Summer Classic Pickleball Tournament, this weekend in Ocean Pines

(June 7, 2021) Big crowds are expected for the 2021 Summer Classic Pickleball Tournament, scheduled June 12-13 at the Ocean Pines Racquet Center.  

The event drew more than 180 competition players from 15 states in 2018 and 2019. Registration this year is already full, with more than 200 players from multiple states set to take part in over 20 different age and skill-level brackets.  

The tournament also secured a dozen corporate sponsors.  

“This year, we are expecting even more players and more excitement,” tournament organizer Chris Shook said. “Pickleball is now the fastest growing sport in the U.S. and lends itself perfectly to our local demographics.” 

All-day action is scheduled on the courts, with play set to start at 8 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.  

Pickleball Club Secretary Julie Woulfe encouraged the public to come out and watch the competition.  

“Pickleball has been such a hit in Ocean Pines, with thousands of players coming to our courts each year – it's just exploding,” she said. “This is the fastest growing sport in the county and, if you want to see what it’s all about and how much fun it is, please stop by and check out the courts.” 

The Ocean Pines Racquet Center is on 11443 Manklin Creek Road in Ocean Pines. 

For more information, visit /web/pages/pickleball.