Atlanta Hosts Antigua National Pickleball Team for International Training & Community Events
Atlanta will welcome the Antigua National Pickleball Team for a week of elite training, competition, and community engagement from February 19–24, bringing an international sports experience to the city.
The Atlanta Training Week gives local players the opportunity to train, play, and compete alongside members of the Antigua National Pickleball Team. Activities throughout the week will include training sessions, open play, tournament participation, community celebrations, and a special tour of Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Event Highlights
Training Session — Tucker Recreation Center
Black Pickleball & Black History Month Celebration — Browns Mill Recreation Center
Open Play — Atlanta Pickleball Center
KW Family Reunion Tournament — Dill Dinkers
Elite Training Sessions — Various locations
These events bring together athletes, families, and the broader community to promote wellness, sportsmanship, and cultural exchange between Atlanta and Antigua & Barbuda.
“This week is about more than competition,” said event organizer Michael Lindsay. “It’s an opportunity to connect communities, celebrate culture, and grow the game of pickleball on an international level.”
Limited participation spots are available for select sessions.
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