USA Pickleball, in partnership with UTR Sports, is bringing elite competition to the heart of the Midwest with the Overland Park Open, an official USA Pickleball Golden Ticket tournament hosted by Visit Overland Park. The tournament will take place May 14–18 at SERV, Overland Park’s premier pickleball and entertainment venue.
The Overland Park Open is the only USA Pickleball Golden Ticket tournament in the Midwest and one of just fourteen held nationwide. At these exclusive qualifiers, division winners earn a coveted “Golden Ticket,” granting them with priority registration for the 2025 USA Pickleball National Championships, taking place this November in San Diego.
“UTR Sports is excited to visit Overland Park for the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket event,” said Chase Hodges, Senior Vice President of UTR Sports. “Our partnership with Visit Overland Park and SERV will provide a first-class experience for all participants. We’re looking forward to five days of competitive play, community, and fun!”
With more than 80 courts across 12+ facilities, Overland Park has become one of the Midwest’s most pickleball-obsessed communities, drawing athletes and fans from across the region, and offering residents countless opportunities to play, connect, and compete.
“Pickleball’s Most Obsessed City is thrilled to welcome the Golden Ticket tournament back to Overland Park,” said Eric Olson, Vice President of Sports and Events at Visit Overland Park. “As our sports tourism strategy continues to evolve, pickleball is a perfect example of how we’re embracing new, engaging events. We can’t wait to host the athletes, families, and fans who will experience all that Overland Park has to offer.”
Admission is free for spectators, who can enjoy top-tier competition and SERV’s one-of-a-kind hospitality and social atmosphere.
“We are thrilled to partner with UTR and Visit OP to bring Kansas City’s first-ever UTR Sports-sanctioned pickleball event to SERV,” said a SERV representative. “Hosting an official USA Pickleball Golden Ticket tournament is an incredible opportunity to showcase not only our top-tier pickleball facilities but also the energy and connection that make SERV a standout destination. We’re ready for five unforgettable days of pickleball, entertainment, and community.”
For more information on the Overland Park Open and the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket series, visit HERE.
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