The Pickleball Federation of the Americas (PFA) today announced it will host the first sanctioned continental pickleball tournament, The Americas Championship (TAC), from November 26 – December 2, 2023.
The PFA was established to serve as the first continental pickleball federation in the Americas for the purpose of promoting the development and growth of pickleball throughout North America, Central America, the Caribbean and South America. Liga Pro de Pickleball Mexico, the National Governing Body of pickleball for Mexico, and the Pickleball Federation of the Americas, are hosting the event under the direction of President Javier Regalado.
“Los Cabos has acquired a reputation as a beautiful destination with vast culinary offerings, cultural experiences, ocean activities, and luxurious lodging,” Regalado said. “Our host committee believes this backdrop will elevate our first international pickleball tournament experience at the Solaz Arena in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico. TAC is also teaming up to give back to the Los Cabos Children’s Foundation and Save the Children, with pickleball clinics and a Diner en Blanc to benefit children in need.”
Registration for The Americas Championship is currently open on Pickleball Brackets through November 15, 2023. Discounts on preferred lodging at Hacienda del Mar Resort and Solaz Resort are available on the registration site.
The Americas Championship Schedule
11/25 Saturday: 3-hour pickleball clinics benefitting Save the Children
11/26 Sunday: Welcome, pickleball clinics and Opening Ceremonies
11/27 Monday: 50+ Women’s Doubles / 50+ Men’s Singles
11/28 Tuesday: 50+ Mixed Doubles, evening exhibition event
11/29 Wednesday: 50+ Men’s Doubles / 50+ Women’s Singles
11/30 Thursday: Women’s Doubles / Men’s Singles
12/1 Friday: Mixed Doubles, evening exhibition, Diner en Blanc benefitting Save the Children
12/2 Saturday: Men’s Doubles / Women’s Singles. Jose Cuervo Pickleball DJ Party Night
“We look forward to competing with our friends from across North America, Central America, South America and the Caribbean, as we show the world that unity in pickleball is achievable and critical to our sport’s success on a global level,” Regalado added.
About the Pickleball Federation of the Americas
The Pickleball Federation of the Americas (PFA) was established in 2023 as a non-profit corporation to serve as the first continental pickleball federation in the Americas for the purpose of promoting the development and growth of pickleball throughout North America, Central America, the Caribbean and South America. USA Pickleball, Pickleball Canada and La Liga Profesional de Pickleball Mexico have aligned and led the establishment of the PFA. In addition to providing access to best practices in the areas of program development, administration, governance and communications, the PFA also serves to organize continental championships, member national federations’ championships, and other major events, and help ensure that pickleball maintains a safe, welcoming and respectful environment for all with a commitment to fair play and equal treatment. To learn more about the Pickleball Federation of the Americas, or to apply for membership, please visit the PFA website here.
*article is courtesy of USA Pickelball
