Make an Impact Through Pickleball
Reach for Resources is seeking a volunteer with pickleball and tournament experience to serve as our Volunteer Pickleball Tournament Coordinator. This individual will play a key role in ensuring our tournament runs smoothly and provides a fun, organized experience for all participants.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced pickleball player, tournament organizer, or enthusiast who enjoys event management and wants to support a meaningful cause.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary tournament lead during the event.
- Assist with tournament setup and player check-in.
- Manage brackets, court assignments, and match scheduling.
- Monitor scores, standings, and tournament progression.
- Help keep matches running on schedule.
- Answer tournament-related questions from participants.
- Communicate with players, volunteers, and Reach staff throughout the event.
- Assist with awards presentation and event wrap-up.
- Troubleshoot minor issues and help create a positive participant experience.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of pickleball rules, scoring, and tournament formats.
- Experience participating in, organizing, or managing pickleball tournaments preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain calm, flexible, and solution-focused in a fast-paced environment.
- Friendly and professional demeanor with participants of all skill levels.
Why Volunteer?
By sharing your pickleball expertise, you'll help create a successful event while supporting Reach for Resources' mission of helping people of all abilities live, work, learn, and play more independently. Your contribution will help foster inclusion, recreation, and community connections throughout the Twin Cities.
About Reach for Resources
Reach for Resources is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people of all abilities through individualized services, inclusive recreation programs, mental health supports, employment services, and community engagement opportunities.
