August 22, 2026
Welcome to the annual Foundation Paddle Classic, presented by Vulcan, Inc., a premier one-day gender doubles pickleball tournament! This exciting fundraising event guarantees a fantastic day of community competition, courtside fun, and networking—all while raising vital funds to support local education.
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Designed for players of all skill levels, this event invites teams of two to pick up a paddle and make a difference on and off the court.
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Proceeds from the tournament directly benefit local education initiatives, providing resources, grants, and opportunities for students and teachers in our community.
Tournament Structure & Divisions
To ensure fair, highly competitive play, divisions will be broken down by skill and age.
Skill Levels
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Beginner
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Intermediate
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Advanced
Age Groups
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8–35 | 35–50 | 50–60 | 60–69 | 70+
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Note: Players are permitted to play down in an age bracket only. To ensure playable brackets, the tournament director reserves the right to combine or split age groups if necessary.
Format
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Gender Doubles (Teams of 2)
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Round Robin stage followed by a Playoff bracket.
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DUPR Impact: This is a fun, charity-focused tournament and will not affect your DUPR rating​​
Day of Event Schedule
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Location: Foley Pickleball Courts, 671 Kenny Stabler Ave, Foley, AL 36535
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TBD: Player Check-In & Warm-Ups Open
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7:45 AM: Opening Ceremony & Rules Briefing
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8:00 AM: Tournament Play Begins!
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A full schedule of bracket start times will be released closer to the tournament date.
Presenting Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
