Attention All Pickleball Fans (Present and Future)!

Avalon will become an official tour stop for the Association of Pickleball Professionals (APP) in 2023. The inaugural APP New Jersey Classic will be held at Avalon’s 8th Street pickleball complex Wednesday through Sunday, September 6th through 10th. The APP New Jersey Classic will include the top tour professionals in the world, a senior pro tournament, and an amateur division so locals and visitors can compete with each other. The announcement was made during a press conference held this afternoon, October 17th, at the 8th Steet courts.

A copy of the press release can be read here. The release is also available here on the Borough’s website. Photos and two video clips from the announcement follow below.

Mayor Pagliughi’s Announcement

Ken Herrmann, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of the Association of Pickleball Professionals

Scott Wahl, Avalon Borough Administrator

Marty Pagliughi, Avalon Mayor

Jacquie Ewing, President of the 7 Mile Business Community Association

2023 Tour Stop Schedule