The inaugural Bellarine Teams’ Challenge Pickleball tournament was held at Saint Ignatius College, Drysdale. The tournament featured 112 players participating in three divisions and 12 courts operated over the course of the day, on October 15, in the two gymnasiums.
Participants came from Wangaratta, Ballarat, Warrnambool, Melbourne and even NSW.
“This tournament was the largest in Victoria and it was great to see so many players participating in the event,” Pickleball Victoria’s Aaron Blitz said.
“It was a credit to the college that it was willing to support the local community in hosting the tournament and players were extremely impressed with the playing facilities and location.”
A number of local players from Ocean Grove and Torquay Pickleball clubs participated with Ocean Grove quartet Terry Kealey Fran kealey Roy Preece Lea Preece picking up a silver medal in the Over 60s category.
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and it will be showcased at the next Commonwealth Games.
If you are interested in learning more about pickleball in Ocean Grove, contact Terry Kealey at terrykealey@yahoo.com
