January 2026 News!

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As we kick off a brand-new year, we want to take a moment to say thank you to every player, member, volunteer, and supporter who made 2025 such an incredible year for 219 Pickleball.

Your energy, sportsmanship, and commitment to our community are what allow us to continue building one of the strongest pickleball programs in the Midwest. We are constantly striving to bring you the best events, leagues, and overall playing experience possible — and without YOU, this incredible program would not be possible.

Looking ahead, 2026 will be a year where we continue to build on that momentum and bring even bigger and better events. We also have new ideas and experiences in store that we can’t wait to announce in the coming year, all designed to elevate the way you play, compete, and connect at 219 Pickleball.

Please note the following limited facility closure dates at the Jean Shepherd Pickleball Complex to allow for court maintenance and resurfacing repairs.

Normal operating hours will resume on Thursday, January 8.

• Monday, January 5
• Tuesday, January 6
• Wednesday, January 7
• Wednesday, January 7 – AM Session Only

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Beginning the first week of January, new leagues are underway — with many already at or near capacity.

• Wednesdays: Jan 14 – Feb 17
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• 🟡 4 of 30 spots remaining

• Thursdays: Jan 8 – Feb 12
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• 🟡 5 spots remaining

• Mondays: Jan 12 – Feb 16
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• 🔴 FULL

• Tuesdays: Jan 13 – Feb 17
• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• 🔴 FULL

• Tuesdays: Jan 13 – Feb 17
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• 🔴 FULL

• Wednesdays: Jan 14 – Feb 18
• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• 🟡 9 spots remaining

• 3.0 – 3.5 Seniors (CO-ED):
• Thu, Jan 15 – Feb 19 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $70 – special senior pricing for our seniors | 19 of 24 spots remaining
• 3.5 – 4.0 Seniors (CO-ED):
• Thu, Jan 15 – Feb 19 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $70 – special senior pricing for our seniors | 9 of 24 spots remaining

👉 Sign up on Pickleball Den or email 219pickleball@gmail.com for assistance.

• Friday, January 16 | 6:00 PM
• 🌮 TACO PLATES INCLUDED
• Entry Fee: $30
• Ladies-only event
• Individual brackets: 3.0 / 3.5 / 4.0+
• 7 games minimum
• No partner needed
• 8-player brackets
• Round-robin format

Enjoy a post-play ladies social hour with a cash bar, making this a fun night of competition, food, and connection.

👉 Sign up on Pickleball Den or email 219pickleball@gmail.com for assistance.

• Friday, January 23 | 6:00 PM
• Skill levels: 3.0–3.5 | 3.5–4.0 | 4.0–4.75
• Entry Fee: $40
• 50% of registrations paid back to winners

👉 Sign up on Pickleball Den or email 219pickleball@gmail.com for assistance.

• Friday, January 2
• Friday, January 9

Presented by Horseshoe Hammond

Our biggest event to date — with the biggest winner payouts to date.

Picklemania 2026 will be one of the largest indoor pickleball events in the Chicagoland area, packed with energy, excitement, and elite competition.

Skill Levels: 3.0 – 5.0

Events Include:

• Men’s Doubles
• Women’s Doubles
• Mixed Doubles
• Open Divisions
• Senior 50+ Divisions

• Men’s & Women’s Seniors
• Skill brackets: 3.0 – 4.5

• Saturday, February 21:
• Mixed Doubles – 16–49 Division
• Skill levels 3.0 – 5.0
• Open Mixed Doubles (standalone Open division)
• Sunday, February 22:
• Men’s & Women’s Doubles – 16–49 Division
• Skill levels 3.0 – 5.0
• Open divisions available

• 👕 Player jerseys for all registered players
• 🎁 Swag bags with sponsor coupons & specials
• 🎟️ Food vouchers & coupons for all registered players (Flick’s Kitchen / local bar & grill)
• 🍔 Full-service bar & grill all weekend
• 🏅 Custom medals
• 💰 Cash prize payouts
• 👨‍⚖️ USA Pickleball-certified referees (medal matches officiated)

• Round-robin play → all teams advance to single-elimination playoffs
• Seeding based on round-robin results
• Medal matches: Best 2-of-3 to 11, win by 2
• USA Pickleball rules & approved paddle list enforced

Picklemania 2026 would not be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. These businesses have taken an active interest in supporting our pickleball community and helping us deliver premium events, enhanced player experiences, and meaningful prize opportunities.

Their support allows us to continue raising the bar for tournament quality and overall experience. When you have a need for the services they provide, we encourage you to please consider supporting the businesses that support our community.

Thank you to our Picklemania 2026 sponsors:

• Horseshoe Hammond – Presenting & Primary Sponsor
• BluStream Power Wash & Service – Highland, Indiana
• BluStream Holiday Lighting – Highland, Indiana
• Thomas Autos
• Thomas Kia, Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Highland
• AllStar Appliance Parts – Highland, Indiana
• Gayety’s Chocolates & Ice Cream – Hand Dipped Chocolate Deluxe Assortments, proudly serving since 1920
• Shanti Wellness Center – Munster, Indiana
• Yoga, acupuncture, massage, retreats, and more
• Smits Funeral Homes – Serving families with professional care since 1964
• Trusted by communities throughout Illinois and Indiana
• City of Hammond
• Hammond Parks & Recreation
• South Shore 
• Integrated Mind and Body 

👉 Register here:

https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/horseshoe-hammond-presents-picklemania-2026-prize-money-challenge

Our annual membership is only $24 ($2/month) and helps cover technology and operating costs so we can continue delivering a high-quality playing experience at the best value.

Members enjoy:

• Club-member Open Play pricing
• Discounted 10-play punch cards
• Priority Open Play sign-ups & daily sign-up visibility
• Access to Pickleball Den for leagues & events
• Monthly newsletters & special announcements
• NEW 219 Pickleball Players Club Rewards Program
• Play more. Pay less. Details coming soon.

Full details at 219pickleball.com.

Thank you for being part of the 219 Pickleball family.

See you on the courts,

Ruben Soto

Jeff Cederna

Club Managers

& Your 219 Pickleball Team!