March 2026 Issue No. 9

Scholarship Deadline

Last call for Class of 2026 high school graduates! The March 27th application deadline is approaching quickly, apply while you still can!

We're looking for students who:

-are headed to any post-secondary educational organization

- help grow pickleball through their participation, leadership, and initiative; &

- exhibit positive character traits both on and off the court

Information and applications are available at https://www.southernpickleballacademy.org/programs/scholarships or https://linktr.ee/spainfo

Click here to read about our last recipient's story

Dinks and Donuts Kick-Off Recap

You do-nut want to have missed our first Dinks and Donuts event of 2026! Along with some friendly competition and dill-icious donuts, our very own Abigail Sullivan, for the first time, brought together several wellness-focused groups to emphasize the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual wellness! (Al-Anon, NewSpring Church, Edgefield Family Dentistry, Aiken Yoga, and Mrs. Ryan with CPR). If you missed out, our next Dinks and Donuts event will be Saturday, April 11th @ Harrison Caver Park!

Visit our Facebook or Instagram for up-to-date details on the event!

Battle of the Paddles Registration is OPEN!

The 4th Annual Battle of the Paddles Tournament is coming up fast, and we'd love to see your child on the court!

Here's what they can look forward to:

- At least 4 guaranteed games.

- Scramble format where you can meet new players, rotate partners, and have fun!

- Individual stats tracked throughout the day

- Medals for top players in each age bracket

Registration takes just minutes - one form, one waiver, and you're in!

Register Now! Deadline: Noon, Friday, May 15

Upcoming Events

April 3: First Fridays Pickleball & Pizza @ Virginia Acres Park. Free, open play, no sign-ups, loaner equipment provided, and free Pizza Hut pizza! (weather dependent)

April 6-10: First Paddle Novice Spring Camp @ Downtown Aiken

April 11: Second Saturdays Dinks & Donuts @ Harrison Caver Park. Free, open play, no sign-ups, and free donuts! (weather dependent)

up-to-date details.

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Pizza Hut of Aiken is proud to sponsor the monthly Pickleball & Pizza Night event at Virginia Acres! It is our intent to make First Friday gatherings a great time of pickleball, pizza, and community fellowship. Stop by our location at 1490 Whiskey Road or order your next pizza by calling (803) 649-0909!

Thank You, Sponsors!

You make it possible for us to do what we do!

Aiken HVAC Aiken Home Source Realty

Dink'd Pickleball Odom Chiropractic

Pizza Hut Singer Wealth Management

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