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$250,000 contribution from Clemson Tigertown Throwdown
University in partnership with City of The inaugural Tigertown Throwdown
Clemson. A range of players use it, from Pickleball Tournament was co-presented
retirees in the early morning to a younger by the Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce
crowd in the afternoon and lots of folks and Clemson University Tennis Foundation
at the Duckworth Family Tennis Facility.
in the evenings. The three-day tournament was filled with
competing men’s/women’s singles, doubles,
“Since the gates opened, there’s been a mixed doubles, adaptive competitors
steady stream of players on the new pickleball and youth.
courts at Nettles Park, and we’re thrilled to
see them being enjoyed by our community,” “It was such a fun and successful event, with
said Clemson Mayor Robert Halfacre. “It’s great energy on the courts and in the stands,”
easy to see why this sport has gained so said Lacey Fahs, marketing and events
much popularity; it’s a fun way to connect with coordinator at the Clemson Area Chamber.
“We were thrilled to see the community come
your neighbors and stay active. If you haven’t together and help us raise over $10,000.”
played yet, pick up a paddle and join in!”
The Chamber funds supported two NIL
Members of Central-Clemson Recreational (Name, Image and Likeness) college
Center play pickleball on indoor basketball pickleball players. NIL student athletes may
courts converted into nine pickleball courts earn money through the commercial use of
with portable nets. On Monday, Tuesday and their name, image and likeness – through
Thursday two basketball courts are reserved endorsements, sponsorships and other
agreements that compensate for promoting
to create six pickleball courts from 9 am to products or services, without jeopardizing
noon. Other times are first-come, first-served. their college eligibility.
Members receive 12 guest passes or guest
admission is $10/day for the entire facility. Pickleball is popular and Clemson is ALL IN!
centralclemsonrec.com See you on the court!