The event space and rental period allows for roughly 30 total games, and we have more than 80 people who have registered. Spots will fill up on a first-come-first-serve basis as people check-in between 4-4:30pm.

If you register after all of the spots are full you can join a waitlist in case a team doesn't show up, or simply attend as a spectator to take part in the networking. The event space at Minneapolis Cider Company which is a great atmosphere, so the more the merrier, spectators encouraged!

The 2024 Founders Pickleball Tournament is an event meant to bring MN startup founders, entrepreneurs, and small business owners together. Our definition of ‘entrepreneur’ is pretty broad — new, seasoned, retired, failed, and aspired founders are all welcome.

Join the tournament with a team of 2-4 via the link above, or join solo and we'll pair you with another founder. Team spots will be available on a first-come-first-served basis. All skill levels are welcome from beginners onward (TBH none of us are great at pickleball!)  

You can also register as a spectator if you'd rather just come to watch and network!

The event will be held from 4-8pm at Minneapolis Cider Company in NE Minneapolis (701 SE 9th St, Minneapolis, MN 55414) and signs will direct you to our rental space.

The event will be held for 3-4 hours on 3 courts at Minneapolis Cider Company, which allows for 20-minute games. Teams will need to show up between 4-4:30pm to check-in and guarantee your spot, the tournament will start promptly at 4:30pm on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Our original plan was to do a single elimination tournament with 4 rounds. But to our surprise we've had over 80 founders register for the event, so instead we are going to be doing more of a speed-dating in an attempt to ensure that each team gets to play at least once! 

Yes! Our sponsor JP Morgan is graciously catering the event and donating 2 drink tickets to each person who registers (both players and attendees).

Each drink ticket is eligible for one free beverage at the Minneapolis Cider Company bar; they serve a variety of alcoholic drinks (ciders, beer) and non-alcoholic beverages. Visit Minneapolis Cider Company's website for more details.

Catered food will include a few platters of sandwiches, hors d'oeuvres, and cookies. Vegetarian sandwich options will be available.

Bringing your own racquet and pickleballs is certainly encouraged. Otherwise you will be able to rent or borrow gear when you arrive if you don't own any!