Pickleball for Mental Health- CMHA SOS

Canadian Mental Health Association to Host 2nd Annual Pickleball for Mental Health tournament presented by Nor Val RentalsAlmost 170 pickleball players from all over British Columbia will descend on the Penticton pickleball courts for a tournament on September 15, 16 and 17. The event is hosted by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) in partnership with the Penticton Pickleball Club, and features men’s doubles, mixed doubles, and ladies’ doubles. Beginners to advanced levels of play will be on display at the Penticton Senior’s Drop-In Centre courts all 3 days.This eagerly anticipated pickleball tournament is designed to promote interaction and build connectionsamong players, fostering a sense of community within the pickleball family . Tournament players range inage from 14 to 80 which is true indication of how inclusive pickleball is for anyone and everyone.“Pickleball for Mental Health tournament is all about having fun and supporting mental health” stated Leah Schulting, Executive Director of the local CMHA branch. The tournament is a celebration and support of mental health for all, with the goal of bringing mental health to the forefront.Everyone is encouraged to come down to the courts on the weekend of September 15, 16, 17 and check out the greatpickleball on display. There will also be music, a food truck, 50/50, and lots of fun! Free admission for all.CMHA would like to thank the Penticton Pickleball Club for their support, and the following sponsors:• Nov Val Sales and Nor Val Rental• Parkers Chrysler• Spareroom Co.• Stewart-Beaumont Investment Group• Penticton Foundry• South Okanagan Laser and Skin Centre• Summerland Seniors Village• Visit Penticton• Pickleball Depot• The City of Penticton• Dan Ashton, MLA• South Okanagan Counselling