Dinks at the Lake Series

Compete. Connect. Win Big.

Join the excitement at the Smith Mountain Lake YMCA with the Dinks at the Lake Series — a season-long pickleball competition featuring multiple tournaments, exciting formats, and the chance to compete for cash prizes and series bragging rights.

Whether you’re a casual player looking for fun competition or a seasoned athlete chasing the leaderboard, this series is designed for all ages and skill levels.

Play in one tournament or compete in them all — the more you play, the better your chances to become a Series Champion.

Event Details

Series Dates: June 2026 – December 2026
Location: Smith Mountain Lake YMCA
293 First Watch Drive
Moneta, VA 24121

Tournament Schedule

• The Big Dill Hotdog Tournament — June 23
• Red, White, & Rally — July 22
• The Serve & Protect — August 26
• Summer Send Off Smash — September 19
• Dink If You Dare — October 30
• Dinksgiving — November 18
• 2nd Annual Coach’s Christmas Classic — December 2
• Grand Slam Grand Opening Tournament — TBD

Tournament Format

Each tournament is designed to provide competitive and enjoyable play for every participant.

Divisions Include:

• Beginner / Intermediate
• Upper Intermediate / Advanced

Formats May Include:

• Round Robin
• Bring-Your-Own-Partner
• Rotating Partners
• Single-Elimination Brackets

All players are automatically entered into the season-long points competition.

How the Series Works

Earn points throughout the season at every tournament:

• 1st Place = 10 points
• 2nd Place = 8 points
• 3rd Place = 6 points
• Each Match Win = 2 points

Points accumulate across all tournaments, and the top point earners in each division will be crowned:

Series Champions

🏆 Beginner / Intermediate Champion
🏆 Upper Intermediate / Advanced Champion

Each champion will receive a $500 Cash Prize.

Registration Information

• $35 per tournament with event swag
• $20 per tournament without swag