Pickleball Tournament

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RULES & REGISTRATION

Join the Second Annual THINQ Summit Pickleball Tournament

Have you picked up pickleball as a hobby? Find a partner to form your doubles team and register for a chance to win the grand prize and bragging rights for a year.

You'll enjoy an exciting day of pickleball competition and camaraderie led by Jeff Bethke, a pickleball enthusiast Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this competition offers a fun and challenging environment to test your skills against others while learning from one of the best in the game.

Eligibility

  • The doubles tournament is open to all registered attendees of THINQ Summit 2026.

  • Participants must register for the Summit and sign up by Sept. 26 at 7pm CT to be eligible to compete.

  • All skill levels are welcome; teams will receive their bracket placement in an unbiased process.

  • Players must be able to participate in the tournament on Thursday, October 1 from 12:30-3:00PM.

  • Pay $50/ Team Registration Fee. Registration fee covers tournament play and lunch on Thursday, October 1

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The Details

WHEN

Thurs, October 1 at 12:30PM

Tournament Play will begin on Thursday, October 1 at 12:30PM. Lunch will be included in this experience.

WHO

THINQ Summit Attendees

All skill levels are welcome; teams will receive their bracket placement in an unbiased process. The only requirement is to register for THINQ Summit.

FORMAT

Single Elimination

The doubles tournament will be played using a single elimination bracket format. Games will be played to 11.

Registration

Registration for the pickleball tournament is now open. Please complete the form below and you’ll be notified once your participation is confirmed.
Registration will be limited to 24 Teams. For questions email info@thinqmedia.com.

Not registered for THINQ Summit 2026 yet? Learn more and register now to ensure you’re ready to sign up for the pickleball tournament.

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FAQs

  • Hosted by THINQ Media (formerly Q Ideas), THINQ Summit is designed specifically for all generations to come together, think well, and faithfully reimagine culture. Through immersive, creative learning experiences and dynamic dialogue, THINQ Summit will equip and empower you as a thought leader to create and navigate culture in your unique area of influence. Learn more and register now.

  • If you’re interested in participating in the tournament but don’t have a partner, email info@thinqmedia.com with your name and general skill level to be added to a waitlist list with the potential to be matched with a doubles partner.

  • Details and schedule for the Pickleball tournament will be released prior to the event.

  • Anyone is welcome to watch and cheer throughout the tournament. We will have courts available for those who wish to play but not participate in the tournament!

  • For any questions regarding the tournament, please contact info@thinqmedia.com

  • Yes! The winning team will receive two (2) $200 gift cards to elevate your pickleball game.