P ICKLEBALL ON LONG ISLAND
P ICKLEBALL ON LONG I
Arraya, Carter Win Inaugural Hampto
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he first-ever Long Island Tennis Magazine Hamptons Pickleball Open took place at Tennis & Pickleball at The Barn in Westhampton as dozens of pickleball teams headed out east to compete in this one-of-a-kind event. The event was split into two different divisions, with the Mixed Doubles 3.5 competitors playing in the morning, while the Men’s Doubles 5.0+ pro division gathered in the afternoon to battle it out. The Mixed Doubles winners and finalists earned themselves new pickleball paddles courtesy of adidas, and the Men’s Doubles players competed for the $2,000 purse that was up for grabs. Throughout the day, the courts at The Barn were filled with high-level pickleball action, and players and spectators were able to enjoy the complimentary waters and bananas, Courtney and Kevin Kowalsky captured the title in the Mixed Doubles division. as well as the breakfast platters and pizza provided. In the afternoon, the open bar became the place to be with beers and margaritas available to help convert the tournament into an event. "We have been running events for multiple racquet sports for over a decade all around the Metropolitan area, and we just recently entered into the pickleball world, and were thrilled to team up with Barry Altman and Tennis & Pickleball at The Barn," said David Sickmen, Owner of Long Island Tennis Magazine. "When we run events, we like to make sure that in addition to the competitiveness on-court, players and fans can enjoy the fun atmosphere off court. Tournament Director David Radisch did a great job making the event run smoothly, and the catered breakfast, lunch and open bar kept everyone well-fed and well-"hydrated". The best part is the pickleball world is filled with great people Enrique Carter & Juan Arraya won the Men’s Doubles division, earning the top who were a pleasure to get to know. This was a real team prize money courtesy of Hampton Estates Realty
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Long Island Tennis Magazine • July/August 2022 • LITennisMag.com
