Can In Hand Pickleball Tournament
Schedule
Sat, 06 Sep, 2025 at 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
509 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO, United States, Missouri 64155 | Gladstone, MO
Divisions:
Lite Dinkers — for social, recreational, or newer players.
Heavy Hitters — for advanced, competitive players who want a real challenge (and still want to hold that can!).
Format
Social - Doubles Play
Open - no male-to-female ratio requirement
Pool play → Single‑elimination bracket
🎯 Basic Rules
Can In Hand:
Each player must hold a full or partially full Miller Lite or other beverage of choice in their non-dominant hand during play.
You cannot set the drink down or switch hands mid-point.
One-Handed Play:
You must hit the ball and serve using only the hand not holding your drink.
Drops, spills, or accidental double-handing result in loss of point.
Spillage Penalty:
If you spill more than a sip’s worth at once, the point goes to your opponent.
Serving:
Standard pickleball rules apply for serving—underhand, below the waist, behind the baseline.
Scoring:
Pool play games are played to 15, win by 1.
Best 2 out of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2, for bracket rounds.
Equipment:
Standard paddles and outdoor balls.
Cold can of Miller Lite or other beverage of your choice!
Substitution:
Players can swap out for a fresh drink only between games or at an agreed break.
Prizes:
Champions for each division win prizes and bragging rights.
Sportsmanship:
Keep it lighthearted — it’s all about fun, laughs, and a cold Miller Lite. Play fair, drink responsibly, and have fun!
Where is it happening?
509 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO, United States, Missouri 64155, 509 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO 64155-2732, United States, GladstoneEvent Location & Nearby Stays: