219Pickleball Holiday Update, Events & BIG 2026 Announcement
Presents Picklemania 2026!
FILLING FAST — LIMITED DIVISION SPOTS AVAILABLE
Strong regional demand expected. Early registration is highly encouraged.
We are thrilled to announce that Horseshoe Hammond has officially partnered with 219Pickleball as the Presenting Sponsor for Picklemania 2026, taking place February 20–22, 2026.
This year’s Picklemania will be the biggest prize money event we have ever hosted and is shaping up to be one of the largest prize money Skills and Open Division tournaments in the Midwest to date.
Tournament Highlights
3 days of competition
Certified USA Pickleball referees
USA Pickleball rules
DUPR-reported matches
Registration on PickleballTournaments.com
Register now — payment not due until February 1st
Tournament Schedule
Friday – February 20
• 50+ Senior Divisions
• Men’s, Women’s & Mixed
Saturday – February 21
• 16–49 Men’s, Women’s & Mixed
• Open Divisions
Sunday – February 22
• Mixed 16–49
• Open Divisions
Player Perks
All registered players will receive:
Official Horseshoe Hammond Picklemania Tournament Jersey
Tournament player bag with exclusive sponsor offers
Food coupon for Flick’s Kitchen
Entry into one of Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland’s most exciting pickleball events of the year
Register early to secure your spot — divisions will cap and close once full.
THIS WEEK: Ladies Laddermania Challenge
Thursday, December 18 | 6:00 PM
Cost: $25
Two divisions. Two brackets. One high-energy night.
Divisions:
• 3.0–3.5
• 3.5–4.0 (filling fast!)
Players compete in 7 rounds of 15-minute matches, moving up and down the ladder. The top court battles in a playoff series at the end of the night to crown the LadderChamps.
Taco dinner & social hour included inside Flick’s Kitchen (cash bar)
Christmas 219 Merchandise Basket Raffle
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Holiday Open Play Schedule & Hours
Christmas Eve – Wednesday, Dec 24
• Open Play 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• No punch cards accepted
Christmas Day – Thursday, Dec 25
• Closed
Friday, Dec 26
• Reopens with normal hours
New Year’s Eve – Wednesday, Dec 31
• Open Play 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• No punch cards accepted
New Year’s Day – Thursday, Jan 1
• Closed
Friday, Jan 2
• Reopens with normal hours
• Special $7 Open Play | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Facility Updates & Improvements
Center Closed January 5–6
The Jean Shepherd Center has received approval for major facility upgrades, including:
Complete interior lighting upgrade designed specifically for optimal pickleball play
Court refresh and resurfacing
East wall blackout coating to reduce glare and enhance player visibility
These upgrades are focused on delivering the best possible playing experience for our members.
UPCOMING LEAGUES
Early Bird Discounts End December 19!
3.5–4.0 Advanced Ladies Ladder League
Starts January 8
Thursdays | 6:00 PM (thru Feb 12)
$80
4.0 / 4.5 Advanced Ladder League
Starts January 12
Mondays | 6:00 PM (thru Feb 16)
$80
Skills & Drills – Intermediate League
Starts January 13
Tuesdays | 9:00 AM (thru Feb 17)
$100
Tuesday Night Ladies League (with Drills)
Starts January 13
Tuesdays | 6:00 PM (thru Feb 17)
$90
Wednesday AM Ladies League (with Drills)
Starts January 14
Wednesdays | 9:00 AM (thru Feb 18)
$100
Winter Senior Ladder League (55+)
Starts January 15
Thursdays | 9:00 AM (thru Feb 19)
$70 – Special Senior Pricing
Divisions: 3.0–3.5 & 3.5–4.0
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NEW IN 2026: 219Pickleball Rewards
Launching January 1st
Introducing 219Pickleball Rewards — “Play More, Pay Less.”
Members earn reward points with every punch card purchase, redeemable for credits toward future purchases, including:
Punch cards
Leagues
Tournaments
And more
Full details coming soon on 219Pickleball.com
MORE UPCOMING EVENTS
Dinking Diva Night
Friday, January 16 | 6:00 PM
Taco dinner & social hour post-play
Moneyball Mayhem
Friday, January 23 | 6:00 PM
Multiple brackets with chances to win cash in this scramble challenge
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THANK YOU, 219PB FAMILY
Thank you for your continued support of 219Pickleball. We appreciate this incredible community and remain committed to delivering top-tier events, leagues, and unforgettable pickleball experiences.
We can’t wait to kick off an exciting and fun 2026 with you.
— Ruben & the Entire 219Pickleball Team