P.I.C.K.L.E on the River
P.I.C.K.L.E. on the River
First Responders Flex Pickleball League
Doubles • Self-Scheduled • Community-Driven
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📣 League Overview
P.I.C.K.L.E. on the River (Protectors Inspiring Community Kindness, Leadership & Excellence) is a multi-week pickleball league and championship celebration honoring First Responders who embody service, leadership, and excellence both on and off the court.
On June 6th, the P.I.C.K.L.E. on the River Championship Event will be hosted at the IRSC Safety Complex. This culminating event brings together competitive pickleball, safety education, and community pride, while recognizing the winners of the P.I.C.K.L.E. on the River First Responders League.
The P.I.C.K.L.E. on the River First Responders Flex Pickleball League is a self-scheduled doubles league created for players who want organized, competitive play without fixed match times.
Designed with the demanding and unpredictable schedules of First Responders in mind, this flex-format league allows teams to coordinate their own matches at approved public courts and report scores online—offering flexibility while maintaining structure and competition.
While First Responders are the heart of this league, all players are welcome to participate and support the mission of P.I.C.K.L.E.: Protectors Inspiring Community Kindness, Leadership & Excellence.
🏓 Pickle on the River
First Responders Flex Pickleball League
Doubles • Self-Scheduled • Community-Driven
Honoring First Responders — Open to All Picklers
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👫 League Format
• Doubles teams only (no singles)
• Teams must register together
• Divisions offered in:
• Men’s Doubles
• Women’s Doubles
(Divisions may be combined or adjusted based on registration numbers.)
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🎯 Skill Divisions
• 3.0 Men’s / Women’s Doubles
• 3.5 Men’s / Women’s Doubles
• 4.0 Men’s / Women’s Doubles
• 4.5+ Men’s / Women’s Doubles
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🗓️ Season Structure
• League duration: 4-5 weeks
• Each team plays one match per week
• Weekly match deadlines will be provided
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📍 Match Locations
• Matches must be played at public pickleball courts or rented courts
• Teams coordinate:
• Date
• Time
• Location
• Court availability and weather are player-managed
The league does not reserve or guarantee court time.
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📝 Match Play & Scoring
• Match format will be released closer to start date
• Scores must be submitted by the weekly deadline
• Both teams are responsible for confirming results
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📲 Communication & Score Reporting
• Teams schedule matches directly with opponents
• League communication via Email/Text
• Scores reported through [FluidPB]
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💵 Registration Fee
• $60 per player
• Registration includes:
• Organized league structure
• Standings & rankings
• Score tracking
• End-of-season results
• Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
(Public court usage only — no court fees included.)
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⚠️ League Policies
• Teams must complete matches by weekly deadlines
• Failure to schedule or no-shows may result in forfeits
• All players participate at their own risk
• The league is not responsible for injuries or incidents at public courts
• Sportsmanship and respectful conduct are expected at all times
- Younger partner determines the age division
- Tournament reserves the right to combine or split divisions based on entries
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❤️ First Responders Recognition
Pickle on the River is organized in honor of First Responders, including:
• Law enforcement
• Fire rescue
• EMTs & paramedics
• Healthcare professionals
• Dispatchers
While the league is open to all, First Responders are proudly recognized and celebrated throughout the season.
Weather Info
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All competitions will continue as scheduled unless the tournament staff determines that weather creates unsafe conditions for players or could cause damage to the facility. No refunds will be given if events are cancelled due to weather.