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Pickleball Tournament In Palm Desert: Fundraiser For American Heart Association
Here's how to register to play pickleball for a cause in May at the Palm Desert JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa.

PALM DESERT, CA — The Greater Palm Springs Marriott Business Council's 2026 Pickleball tournament is slated for May 3, where visitors can serve up good times for a great cause. Pickleball partners can enter the tournament at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, where the tournament will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The cost of entry is $150 per team of two players, and team signups are available online. The play will be bracket rounds, with guaranteed four games for each team that enters.
"This is an all-day affair that will benefit the American Heart Association of Coachella Valley," a spokesperson for JW Marriott tells Patch.
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"This marks the second annual tournament at the hotel, following last year’s success," they said. "There will be awards for the winners. In addition to the matches, there will be lunch, drinks, and exciting giveaway bags."
Pickleball at the JW Marriott is a fun way to liven up your stay, they said.
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"If tennis or pickleball is your game, JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa is your ultimate destination. Our breathtaking facility, fabulous weather, and unparalleled programming have created our one-of-a-kind reputation as an internationally acclaimed tennis utopia in Palm Desert," they said of the sport. "At JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California, you’ll find eight outdoor pickleball courts where both spirited competitions and leisurely matches come to life. Grab a paddle and your buddy ready for an epic pickleball showdown."
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