KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The third annual PickleCon was held this weekend at the Kansas City Convention Center, highlighting the significant growth of pickleball and the introduction of cash prizes for tournament play.
The event featured 47 courts set up inside the convention center for both tournament and open play, offering participants a welcome air-conditioned environment. This expansion into cash prizes includes new opportunities for players of all skill levels to win money through sponsorships from organizations like Pickle Moneyball.
Over the last 10 years, pickleball has seen a substantial increase in popularity, opening new avenues for players to financially benefit from their skills…