Calling all pickleball aficionados – Kingsport's Parks and Recreation Department is serving up a challenge. Set for later this month, the 3rd Shot Drop pickleball tournament is spotlighting players' strategic skills. Specifically, it's about nailing that crucial third shot drop, a move that can distinguish the pickleball pros from the amateurs. The tournament promises friendly competition, focusing on the players' ability to show off their precision and control in a shot that's as much about finesse as it is about function.
The event is making a play at the Riverview Park pickleball courts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on October 26, according to the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department. The competition is more than just a simple match-up featuring the game's finer points.
For those looking to participate, the entry fee is a modest $10 per player. Players aged 16 and up are welcome to compete, and while it takes two to play, only one partner needs to handle the registration details – a practical approach to getting your paddle in the game. Add your partner's name during checkout, and you're all set for a day of pickleball competition as stated in the official announcement.
