Description

Dink, Drive & Network: 1st Annual Lake Norman Chamber Pickleball Tournament

📍 Hosted at The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen

20220 Chartown Drive - Cornelius

📅 May 17, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Registration for this event will cut off May 10th

Additionally, there will be no onsite registration day of event!

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Get ready to connect, compete, and have some fun at the 1st Annual Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce Pickleball Tournament — a high-energy event designed to bring together business leaders, professionals, and community members for a one-of-a-kind experience both on and off the court.

Whether you're a seasoned player or picking up a paddle for the first time, this tournament offers the perfect blend of friendly competition, meaningful networking, and interactive entertainment. In addition to exciting pickleball match play, participants will have the unique opportunity to showcase their skills in the Topgolf Swing Suite Simulators, adding an extra level of excitement to the day.

This inaugural event is more than just a tournament — it’s a chance to build relationships, promote your business, and be part of something new and impactful within the Lake Norman community.

Event Details

Cost: $80 per person (+ tax)

Includes:

Pickleball tournament play

Topgolf Swing Suite competition

Closing reception

Awards & trophies

Special giveaways

Sponsorship Opportunities

Position your business at the center of one of the Lake Norman Chamber’s most exciting new events. The Dink, Drive & Network Pickleball Tournament offers a unique platform to connect with a highly engaged audience of local professionals, business leaders, and community members.

With activation opportunities both on the courts and within the Topgolf Swing Suite, sponsors benefit from high-impact visibility, direct engagement, and meaningful brand exposure throughout the event.

Premier Sponsorships

SOLD OUT

🏆 Tournament Title Sponsor – $7,000 (Exclusive)

Exclusive naming rights (Presented by…)

Premier logo placement on all marketing, signage, and promotions

Recognition in media and event communications

On-site speaking opportunity and premium vendor presence

Brand integration across both pickleball and Topgolf experiences

🎾 Ace Sponsorship – $4,000 (Exclusive)

SOLD OUT

Prominent logo placement across event materials and website

On-site signage and vendor table opportunity

Recognition in marketing and social media

Verbal recognition during the event

Experience & Engagement Sponsorships

SOLD OUT

🛍️ Swag Bag Sponsor – $2,000 (Exclusive)

Logo featured on all participant swag bags

Opportunity to include promotional items

Strong take-home brand visibility

Supporting Sponsorships

🏟️ Court Sponsor – $1,000 (Limited Availability)

Branded signage on a pickleball court

Logo placement on event materials and website

On-site recognition

🎯 Drop Shot Sponsor – $600 (Multiple Available)

Targeted on-site branding opportunities

Logo inclusion on select promotional materials

Why Participate or Sponsor?

Connect with Lake Norman’s business and professional community

Gain valuable exposure for your brand

Engage in a fun, active, and memorable event experience

Be part of launching a new Chamber signature event

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👉 [Reserve Your Spot or Become a Sponsor Today]