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Newsletter May & June 2026

Catch all the latest news, results and events from Pickleball TAS in the May & June, 2026 newsletter.

North V South Returns for 2026

The annual North vs South pickleball challenge returns on Sunday 23 August 2026 at the Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub in Mowbray. Hosted by Port Sorell Pickleball Club on behalf of Pickleball Tasmania, the event will bring together players from across the state for a day of competitive and social pickleball. Open to all current Pickleball Tasmania members, nominations close on 19 July. Don’t miss your chance to represent your region...

Newsletter April 2026

Winner of the Pathway Pickleball Paddle, Statewide Teams Round 1 Wrap Up, Statewide Men’s Competition Training Group, What’s On and MORE!

Newsletter March 2026

March Competition Frenzy, Updates from the Boardroom, Courtside Conversations and MORE!

New Era Begins: Statewide Teams Championship Announced

Tasmania’s inaugural Statewide Teams Championship begins April 18 at Westbury, featuring four drafted teams: Pickle-Dilly Circus, Mental as Anything, Court Jesters and Wizards. Designed to bridge club and national competitions, the series promises high-energy, team-based action as players build momentum toward finals and statewide bragging rights.

WIN a $200 OffCourt Sports Voucher!

Join Pickleball Tasmania before 13 April 2026 and you could win a $200 OffCourt Sports voucher to spend in-store or online! Open to new members only. The winner will be randomly drawn and announced in our April newsletter.

2026 Rule Changes

Tournament Organisers and Directors are encouraged to review the 2026 Rule Change webinar hosted by David Jay for Pickleball Australia. Key updates include player expulsion guidance, identification bands, the 5th tie-breaker rule and line marking requirements. Recording available via the PA Officiating Resources webpage (member login required).

The Inaugural Pickle For A Giggle 2026

Pickle for a Giggle raised $27,000+ for Clown Doctors Australia in a vibrant, community-driven day at Hobart Netball & Sports Centre — with big plans to become an annual event. Congratulations to Anne Rathjen and her team for an outstanding achievement.

Tasmanian Pickleball Championships 2026

History was made at this year’s Championships — the largest pickleball event ever held in Tasmania. With 450+ competitors (165 interstate), ages 12–87, and 1,500 matches across 87 events, the courts were buzzing. Players came from every Australian state to Hobart, plus the UK, US and NZ. Behind it all stood an incredible team of volunteers, referees and organisers who made this landmark event possible.

Hobart Gand Slam 2026

The inaugural Hobart Grand Slam delivered two thrilling days of competition on 31 January 2026 at the stunning Domain Tennis Centre.

Strong Start for Inter-Club Triple Tussle as 100 Players Unite for Inaugural Event

The inaugural Inter-Club Triple Tussle on Saturday, 6 December saw an impressive 102 players from the Northern Suburbs, South Hobart, and Eastern Shore pickleball clubs come together for a day of friendly, high-energy competition. The event marked an exciting milestone in building inter-club connection and camaraderie…