on fire PICKLEBALL

7th grade - Adults

ONFIRE PICKLEBALL

REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSED.



OnFire Pickleball Leagues are for players in Junior High (7th Grade) through Adult. This will be a doubles league, made up primarily of mixed teams (see below). There will be a beginner/casual division, intermediate/competitive division, and a highly skilled advanced division (NOT currently registering); you will register for the division in which you wish to play.




General League Schedule/Info:

  • 3 Divisions to accommodate all levels of experience (divisions described below)
  • All divisions are doubles/2-on-2 format
  • 8-Week Season (see schedule below)
  • Season-Ending Tournament for each division
  • Tuesday evenings only.
  • Teams will play several games each week, all in a one-hour time-slot.
  • Game slot times will vary from week to week (5:45pm, 6:45pm).
  • Instructor-led group practice/training session each week from 5:15pm-5:45pm for all OnFire league players. This is optional, but a great way to improve your game.
  • All games will be played outside to enjoy the warm summer evenings.
  • Co-Ed
  • Ages: Grade 7 through Adult
  • Cost: $85 per player
  • Each player will receive an OnFire Pickleball t-shirt in their team color.
  • Beginner/Casual and Intermediate/Competitive will play all games on the courts on the Immanuel Church property.
  • Paddles will be available for use, although players are permitted to bring and use their own paddles.
  • Slots are limited, so please ensure your place by registering ASAP.




Divisions:

3 Divisions to accommodate all levels of experience.


1. Beginner/Casual:

This division is for the players who are new to pickleball, those who have played but are still learning/mastering the basic skills, and those who want to play in a more relaxed/casual environment. This division is open to everyone: individuals, friends, or family groups (parents and children 7th grade and above, couples, etc. who want to play together). Teams will be mixed doubles, as follows:

  • Individuals may register and will be assigned to a team of 2 (or 3, upon request).
  • Teams of 2 may register together (and can register a third player, if they choose, to allow for coverage in case of absences).
  • Teams (Mixed, Per Below):
  • Man and Woman (Husband and wife, Friends, etc., as adult pairings must be mixed gender)
  • Parent and Child (Can be same gender)
  • College Student and Parent (Can be same gender)
  • College Student and Younger Sibling (Can be same gender)
  • Questions? Please ask.



2. Intermediate/Competitive:

This division is for experienced pickleball players whose game is competitive, but not yet at the advanced/highly competitive level. This division will be faster and will challenge the players to continue honing their skill-set in a friendly yet competitive environment. This division is open to everyone: individuals, friends, or family groups (parents and children 7th grade and above, couples, etc. who want to play together). Teams will be mixed doubles, as follows:

  • Individuals may register and will be assigned to a team of 2 (or 3, upon request).
  • Teams of 2 may register together (and can register a third player, if they choose, to allow for coverage in case of absences).
  • Teams (Mixed, Per Below):
  • Man and Woman (Husband and wife, Friends, etc., as adult pairings must be mixed gender)
  • Parent and Child (Can be same gender)
  • College Student and Parent (Can be same gender)
  • College Student and Younger Sibling (Can be same gender)
  • Questions? Please ask.



3. Advanced/Highly Competitive:

This division is for the experienced, advanced-skilled players who want to play in a fast-paced, highly competitive environment. This division is not currently registering.




Beginner/Casual & Intermediate/Competitive Schedule (Tuesdays):

  • June 18 - Opening Night
  • Beginner/Casual Division will have instruction/teaching and scrimmages. Players who are new to the game will get a chance to learn the rules, get familiar with game play, and practice. All teams in this division will play scrimmage games and get “warmed up” for the season.
  • Intermediate division will have League Play Games.
  • June 25 – League Play Games
  • July 2 – League Play Games
  • July 9 – League Play Games
  • July 16 – League Play Games
  • July 23 – League Play Games
  • July 30 – League Play Games
  • Aug 6 – Tournament (Full evening event)