Battle of the Paddle III

Pickleball Tournament & Fundraiser | Lebanon, Ohio

Join us for Battle of the Paddle III, a high-energy pickleball tournament and community fundraiser at Countryside YMCA in Lebanon, Ohio. This three-day event brings pickleball players together to compete, connect, and give back—all while supporting local veterans through the YMCA’s Veterans Connect program.

Event Details

Dates: Friday, February 20 – Sunday, February 22, 2026

Location: Lower Level Gym, Countryside YMCA
1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon, OH 45036

Times:

• • Friday: 5:30–9:30 pm
  • Saturday: 8:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Sunday: 12:00–6:00 pm

Tournament Format

Battle of the Paddle features pool play with single elimination, guaranteeing at least three games per team. Play begins Friday evening or Saturday during the day, with advancing teams continuing into Saturday afternoon and potentially Sunday.

Two-person teams may register for:

• Men’s Flight
• Women’s Flight
• Mixed Flight
• Men’s 60+ Flight

Teams may compete in multiple flights by registering each team separately.

Registration & Pricing

• Open to the public, ages 16+
• $90 per two-person team (Registration includes two special event shirts)
• Register by January 31, 2026, to guarantee shirt sizes

Food and drinks will be available for purchase during the event (cash only). One week prior to the tournament, teams will receive an email with their first match time. Teams are asked to assist with line judging when not actively playing.

Prizes & Community Impact

Championship prizes, fun competition, and an even greater purpose—all event proceeds directly support Veterans Connect at Countryside YMCA Lebanon & Landen.

Veterans Connect is a free program for local veterans, offering twice-weekly opportunities focused on physical fitness, nutrition education, mental health support, team building, and connection. Through this program, veterans build strength, confidence, and meaningful relationships in a supportive YMCA environment.

Get Involved

There are many ways to support Veterans Connect:

• Register a team
• Become a sponsor
• Volunteer at the event

Interested in sponsorship opportunities?
Contact Allie Andriacco at 513-932-1424 ext. 129 to learn more.

Play with purpose. Compete for a cause. Support those who served.