RIZE Prevention brings Dinkin’ Donuts Pickleball Tournament back to Pickle Yard on Nov. 21

Local pickleball players and community supporters can get ready to rally for a cause as the annual Dinkin’ Donuts Pickleball Tournament returns to the Golden Strip this November.

Hosted by RIZE Prevention, the high-energy charity tournament is scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Pickle Yard, located at 15 Jenkins Court in Mauldin.

The event combines friendly athletic competition with a mission focused on youth empowerment and substance abuse prevention. Proceeds raised from the tournament directly support RIZE Prevention’s evidence-based school outreach programs, which equip students across the region with life skills, mentorship, and positive coping strategies to stop addiction before it begins.

Tournament entries are open for two-player teams at $100 per team ($50 per individual player). The tournament features grand prizes for top finishers and is supported by key regional partners, including New Balance Greenville, the NFL Alumni Association, and Pickle Yard Mauldin.

For community members who prefer to watch the action from the sidelines, spectator admission is completely free, making it an accessible Saturday outing for families to enjoy the matches, grab food and refreshments, and learn more about local youth prevention initiatives.

Team spots are limited and expected to fill quickly. Players and community sponsors can register and secure their court placement by visiting rizeprevention.org/events.