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First-Ever Tournament

Bradley University Pickleball Tournament

February 6, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable day celebrating the opening of Bradley’s new outdoor recreation complex with competition, community, and celebration!

A New Era of Recreation

The event kicks off at 3 p.m. with a groundbreaking ceremony for our brand new outdoor recreation complex featuring state-of-the-art facilities designed for the entire Bradley community. Located adjacent to the Markin Recreation Center, this new complex will transform outdoor recreation at Bradley.

The new pickleball courts include a sand volleyball court, bags area, band shell, and a spacious lawn.

A New Era of Recreation

The event kicks off at 3 p.m. with a groundbreaking ceremony for our brand new outdoor recreation complex featuring state-of-the-art facilities designed for the entire Bradley community. Located adjacent to the Markin Recreation Center, this new complex will transform outdoor recreation at Bradley.

The new pickleball courts include a sand volleyball court, bags area, band shell, and a spacious lawn.

Event Schedule

3:00 pm

Groundbreaking ceremony for outdoor recreation complex

3:30 pm

Tournament check-in at Renaissance Coliseum

4:00 pm

Welcome from President Shadid

4:15 pm

Game time. Let the tournament begin!

What’s Included

3 Games

At least 3 guaranteed games

T-Shirt

Tournament t-shirt

Drinks

1 drink ticket for each registrant

*Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase alcoholic beverages

Registration Options

Don’t miss your chance to compete, celebrate, and help shape the future of outdoor recreation at Bradley!

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 26, 2025

Bradley Students

FREE

Show your Bradley ID and play free! Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity.

Individual

$25

Perfect for solo competitors looking to join the action.

Team

$50

Bring your partner and compete together as a team.

Team + Paddles

$100

Team registration plus two Bradley-branded pickleball paddles to take home!

Questions? Contact [email protected]

Bradley is hosting its first-ever pickleball tournament!

The event kicks off at 3 p.m. with a groundbreaking ceremony for our new outdoor recreation complex featuring pickleball courts, a sand volleyball court, bags, a band shell, and a spacious lawn for games and gatherings. The new complex will be located next to Markin Recreation Center. [get renderings from Heidi to show]

Event Schedule

  • 3:00 p.m. – Groundbreaking for outdoor recreation complex
  • 3:30 p.m. – Tournament check-in at Renaissance Coliseum
  • 4:00 p.m. – Welcome from President Shadid
  • 4:15 p.m. – Game time!

Your registration includes three guaranteed games, a tournament t-shirt, and two drink tickets per team. (You must be 21 years or older and have an ID to purchase alcoholic beverages.) Additional optional donations are welcome. All proceeds support the new recreation complex.

Don’t miss your chance to compete, celebrate, and help shape the future of outdoor recreation at Bradley!

  • Team Registration – $50
  • Individual Registration – $25
  • Team Registration with Bradley Branded Pickleball Paddles – $100
  • Bradley Students – FREE

Registration deadline: January 23

Questions? Contact [email protected]