Boca Raton Regional Hospital to Host Inaugural Pickleball Tournament

Event to benefit the Ron & Kathy Assaf Center for Excellence in Nursing

Mar. 16, 2026 at 5:03pm

Boca Raton Regional Hospital is hosting its first-ever pickleball tournament at Boca West Country Club on March 30, 2026. The event will feature competitive and open play, with proceeds going to support the hospital's nursing education and innovation initiatives.

Why it matters

Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S., and this tournament aims to bring the community together through friendly competition and philanthropy. The funds raised will support the hospital's efforts to provide outstanding patient care by investing in nursing excellence.

The details

The tournament will include competitive open play starting at 1:30 p.m., followed by a winner-take-all tournament at 3:00 p.m. A celebratory cocktail reception and awards dinner will be held at 5:00 p.m. All registered players will receive an amenity package, team photo, on-court concessions, and a seat at the reception. Entry fees are $150 for individuals and $300 for doubles teams, with sponsorship opportunities also available.

  • The tournament will take place on Monday, March 30, 2026.
  • Registration will begin at 1:00 p.m., with competitive open play starting at 1:30 p.m.
  • The winner-take-all tournament will begin at 3:00 p.m.
  • The cocktail reception and awards dinner will be held at 5:00 p.m.

The players

Boca Raton Regional Hospital

A healthcare institution in Boca Raton, Florida, that is hosting the inaugural pickleball tournament to benefit its nursing education and innovation initiatives.

Boca West Country Club

The venue hosting the pickleball tournament, located in Boca Raton, Florida.

Ron & Kathy Assaf Center for Excellence in Nursing

A center at Boca Raton Regional Hospital that supports the hospital's efforts to provide outstanding patient care through education, leadership, and innovation in nursing.

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What’s next

The tournament organizers are encouraging interested participants to register for the event by visiting the registration page at https://onecau.se/pickleball26.

The takeaway

This pickleball tournament is an innovative way for Boca Raton Regional Hospital to engage the community, promote a growing sport, and raise funds to support its nursing education and innovation initiatives, which are crucial for providing high-quality patient care.