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Miramar serves up inaugural pickleball tourney at Lakeshore Park. Here are details

Pickleball players of all skill levels can compete at the inaugural Miramar Kitchen Sync Classic Pickleball Tournament on June 28.
Pickleball players of all skill levels can compete at the inaugural Miramar Kitchen Sync Classic Pickleball Tournament on June 28. Laura Tang via Unsplash

Pickleball players of all skill levels can compete at the inaugural Miramar Kitchen Sync Classic Pickleball Tournament this month.

The tournament, hosted by Vice Mayor Carson “Eddy” Edwards, is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, from 7 a.m. to noon at Lakeshore Park, 8501 Sherman Circle.

Pickleball has exploded in popularity in Miramar and nationwide, with residents requesting the city add more courts at its public parks.

Miramar officials hope the Kitchen Sync Classic will become a signature community event celebrating the sport’s growing local following.

The tournament will feature men’s, women’s and mixed doubles divisions, with participants competing for bragging rights and the opportunity to connect with fellow pickleball players.

So why the “Kitchen Sync” tournament title? The name is a nod to pickleball’s “kitchen” — the non-volley zone near the net where many of the sport’s most-exciting rallies happen — and the teamwork required for doubles partners to stay “in sync” during play.

Pickleball players of all skill levels can compete at the inaugural Miramar Kitchen Sync Classic Pickleball Tournament on June 28.
Pickleball players of all skill levels can compete at the inaugural Miramar Kitchen Sync Classic Pickleball Tournament on June 28.

The tournament is open to players of all levels, from beginners to seasoned competitors.

In addition to tournament play, players and attendees can enjoy music, giveaways, refreshments and snacks throughout the morning.

Registration is $30 per player and advance registration is encouraged. Players can register online at kitchensync.eventbrite.com.

For more information, call 954-602-3178 or visit MiramarFL.gov/ Home.

Here’s what to know

  • What: Miramar Kitchen Sync Classic Pickleball Tournament
  • When: Sunday, June 28
  • Time: 7 a.m. to noon
  • Where: Lakeshore Park, 8501 Sherman Circle
  • Cost: $30 per player
  • Divisions: Men’s, women’s and mixed doubles
  • Registration: kitchensync.eventbrite.com
Luisa Yanez
Miramar News
Luisa Yanez is a reporter for the Coral Springs News, the Pembroke Pines News and the Miramar News. In her work, she will be using both traditional reporting and AI tools.