Pickleball Palooza

Tournaments, clinics, music, game day, family funday walkathon, and more! - September 18-21, 2025!
Benefitting the Wendy and Avron B. Fogelman Jewish Family Service at the Memphis Jewish Community Center.

Past Events

Vendor and Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
Questions about vendor opportunities? Contact Judy Goldberg, Development Director, at (901) 259-9210 or jgoldberg@jccmemphis.org.

Participate in our Auction!
Bidding Open: Thursday, September 18, 9:00am-Sunday, September 21, 9:00pm
Support Wendy and Avron B. Fogelman Jewish Family Service at the MJCC's Pickleball Palooza Auction! Fun items for the whole family!

Schedule of Events

Thursday, September 18th

Beginner Pickleball Clinic
Learn game and fundamentals including serving, scoring, game play, and player development.
Thu 9:00–10:30am | 9/18 | $45 fee/$35m (per person) | Class #12168

Intermediate Pickleball Clinic
Clinic focused on developing player proficiency through skill, drills, and interactive play with instructor critique.
Thu 11:00am–12:30pm | 9/18 | $45 fee/$35m (per person) | Class #12169

Adaptive Pickleball Clinic
A fun pickleball clinic for people with physical, cognitive, and developmental challenges.
Thu 1:30–2:30pm | 9/18 | $5 fee/FREE for Members | Class #12170

**Game Day!** (in the Goldstein Lodge)
Get your game on with mahjong, bridge, gin, canasta, samba, and more. Watch the exciting men's pickleball doubles tournament and, most importantly, support our incredible Fogelman JFS services. Play will be in our new Sandy and Jerome Goldstein Lodge, adjacent to the pickleball courts. Limited space available. Register today!
Ages 18+
Thu 1:00–4:00pm | 9/18 | $60 fee (per person) | Class #12219

Men’s Doubles Pickleball Tournament
Registration Deadline: September 14
Thu 5:30–9:00pm | 9/18 | $45 fee (per person)

Friday, September 19th

Saturday, September 20th

Free Play (Members Only)
12:00–6:30pm

Moneyball Pickleball Tournament
Join us for the thrilling Moneyball Pickleball Tournament, exclusively for advanced players! Compete for a cash prize of $500 in this high-stakes event designed to challenge and excite the best of the best.
Sat 7:30–10:30pm | 9/20 | $65 (per person)

Sunday, September 21st

Advanced Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament
For highly competitive players who are looking for a challenging and high-level competition.
Sun 9:00am–2:00pm | 9/21 | $45 fee (per person)

Tournament Flights:

Intermediate Flight (3.5–4.0)
For players with some experience, looking to improve their skills in a competitive yet friendly environment.
Top Flight (4.5 and above)
For highly competitive players seeking challenging, high-level competition.

Family Sunday Funday
Join us for the 2K Power Walkathon, a fun and inclusive fundraiser to benefit the Wendy and Avron B. Fogelman Jewish Family Service at the Memphis Jewish Community Center. This event is perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels, making it a great opportunity for families, friends, and community members to come together for a good cause. Enjoy popcorn, snow cones, cotton candy, face painting, a bounce house, food vendors, music, and giveaways.
**Rosh Hashanah Crafts Table for Kids through the MJCC Center for Jewish Life & Learning!**

Sun 12:00-3:00pm | 9/21 | $10 fee | Class #12175

Youth Pickleball Clinics
This clinic introduces your child to the basics of the pickleball through drills and games.

Ages 7-9
Sun 12:30–1:30pm | 9/21 | $30 fee/$20m (per person) | Class #12173
Ages 10-13
Sun 1:30–2:30pm | 9/21 | $30 fee/$20m (per person) | Class #12174

Thank you to our 2025 Pickleball Palooza Sponsors!

Ace Level
Hal Fogelman
Robin and Billy Orgel
MLGW

Smash Level
OPUS

Kitchen Level
Reynolds Bone & Griesbeck, PLC
Jan and Marc Hanover
Higgins Electric
Sharon and Mike Goldstein
Kitchens Unlimited
Laurie/Elkan Scheidt
Rose Ostrow
Running Pony
Doug/Karen Karmel
Home Instead
Steve and Betsy Libby
Bill and Patti Weiss
Janice and Jimmy Ringel
Lubin Property Mgmt
Kimberlee/Scott Strome
Siskind Susser

Pickler Level
Wolfchase Honda
Weiss & Glassell Orthodontics
Immaculate Landscaping
Kelman Lazarov
Monique and Charles Jalenak
Cintas

Dink Level
Karen and Jody Franklin
Leigh and Danny Mansberg
Janis and Pat Finan
Margo and Todd Gruen

Fan Club
Everett Pidgeon
David and Jill Buring
Jan/Marc Reisman
Teri and Larry Graber

2025 Pickleball Palooza Vendors

Gamma Sports
MLGW
Opus
Home Instead
Kitchens Unlimited
901 Pickleball Hats
Alliance Healthcare
Encompass Health
Sam’s Club
Jewels by Angi

Questions? Contact Rosalyn Knox, Assistant Director of the MJCC, at (901) 259-9210 or rknox@jccmemphis.org.