The HUSTL GESAC CLASSIC 2024 pickleball tournament is back bigger and better with 15 events across 2 days. Players are invited to participate in up to 3 events including gender doubles, mixed doubles and singles. For each event, medals will be awarded in first, second, and third place. The pickleball tournament is held at the Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre 9-court stadium.
Outside of the Victorian Open the GESAC Classic has become Melbourne’s signature pickleball event for players of all levels to come and enjoy the thrill of playing in a sanctioned pickleball tournament. With various skill and age divisions, there are plenty of events for everyone to ensure they get some good pickleball games. Last year players travelled from all over Victoria to play, with some as far as Sale, Sorrento and Warrnambool. We are expecting the same again this year as there are entrants from Bendigo and Geelong and many other parts of the sate.
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in Australia and the world, with many people of all ages giving it a go. Not only is pickleball a lot of fun, it’s an inclusive and social sport. It is great for your overall health and fitness. You can burn up to 500 to 750 cal per Pickleball session which means it’s a great sport to improve your cardiovascular fitness and keep trim. Games, usually last for around 10 to 15 minutes and people generally play between one and two hours at a time.
Pickleball is also becoming very popular in schools with kids being able to pick up a paddle and hit the ball over the net, and in with ease compared to tennis or other racket sports. this is the reason that the average age of the pickleball player in the USA has come down to 35 compared to 59 in Australia. If you have ever wanted to play a fun competitive sport that is also very social, then Pickleball is for you. to find a local Pickleball centre or venue near you visit www.melbournepickleball.com.au and if you need to find a Pickleball Paddles supplier in Melbourne, Pickleball HQ is the place to go.
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