PURRS & PADDLES PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT 2026
Saturday, May 2, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Get ready for a high-energy day of pickleball, community, and compassion at the 2nd Annual Purrs & Paddles Pickleball Tournament — happening Saturday, May 2 at the National Pickleball Center inside East Naples Community Park!
This unforgettable event brings players, spectators, families, and animal lovers together for a fun-filled day on and off the court — all in support of the lifesaving work of For the Love of Cats.
Bring the style AND the smiles!
Rock your most fun, colorful, or creative pickleball outfit for a chance to win prizes and be featured in event photos and social media.
Cat-themed looks welcome — but not required!
Whisker Warriors Cat Photo Fundraiser
Not playing pickleball? Let your cat take the court!
With a $100 donation, submit your cat’s photo and we’ll transform them into a magical pickleball player for our Whisker Warriors Cat Team.
✨ Featured online & at the event
✨ Displayed in our Catwalk for a Cause
✨ Receive a custom digital image to share
Kitten Meet & Greet
Don’t miss one of the most heartwarming highlights of the day! Meet adorable kittens, learn about fostering and adoption, and experience firsthand the joy these little lives bring.
A Day for Community & Compassion
Purrs & Paddles is more than a tournament — it’s a celebration of sports, connection, and caring for cats in our community. Every serve, smile, and supporter helps make a difference.
SIGN UP TO PLAY TODAY at http://www.fortheloveofcatsfl.com