On June 21, one interesting event in pickleball history is the ongoing tradition of the Ricky Huynh Memorial Pickleball Tournament. This tournament is a fun-filled, single-day, double-elimination event that welcomes players of all skill levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced. The competition involves teams of two players each, who sign up and compete together for the chance to be crowned champions and earn medals. The tournament runs from 9 AM to 5 PM and is held at the pickleball courts in Belvidere Park. It requires honest self-assessment so players can enter the appropriate division and compete fairly. This event has become a beloved annual fixture for the community, embodying the spirit of pickleball as an inclusive, social, and competitive sport that can be enjoyed by anyone. The Ricky Huynh Memorial Pickleball Tournament celebrates camaraderie and skill, bringing players together on this date to share their love for the game.

This tournament is part of the broader growth and popularity of pickleball, which started back in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington. The game was invented by friends Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum when they wanted a new family activity. They improvised with a lowered badminton net and perforated plastic ball, creating a game that would rapidly spread in popularity across the United States and beyond. Pickleball’s origins are rooted in community and fun, much like the modern tournaments that continue to bring players together, including events like the Ricky Huynh Memorial Tournament every June 21.

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