1060 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill, FL 32117
Major League Pickleball at Pictona!
Four days. Nine premier teams. One unforgettable weekend of world-class pickleball on MetroHealth's championship courts.
From the first serve to the final rally, the teams brought the heat, and our fans brought the energy. Thank you to everyone who cheered, volunteered, and made this event a smash hit.
We had 151 volunteer shifts filled by 84 volunteers accounting for 577 total hours.
We couldn’t have asked for a better crowd or a better community to share it with. See you on the courts!
We’re thrilled to welcome Scott Thornton as our new Education Director—a powerhouse in racket sports and a visionary in facility management. With a Master of Arts in Sports Administration from Delaware State University, Scott brings over a decade of hands-on leadership experience, championing innovation and community impact across the sports landscape.
At Pickleball House, LLC, he has overseen the complete buildout of a state-of-the-art indoor pickleball facility and managed all day-to-day operations. His tenure at the City of Orlando's Tennis Centre saw him lead a team to win the Racket Sports Industry's Park & Recreation Agency of the Year award in 2020.
Scott's passion for community service is highlighted by his role as the founder and Executive Director of The G.O.A.L. Foundation, Inc., a non-profit program that has served over 8,500 at-risk youth. His commitment to fostering a positive environment for both staff and participants has made him a respected figure in the sports community.
The Pictona Jamboree is a FREE two-day event celebration for Pictona Members!
🗓️ Saturday, September 19-20, 2025
The party begins with a Friday evening buffet and is followed by the Pictona Pentathlon! The pentathlon will consist of five recreation court games (see below) aimed at providing time for members to socialize and have a blast! However, since we are all competitive...winners will be crowned!
The Jamboree continues on Saturday with a full-day Member-Only pickleball tournament to crown the Pictona champions in women and men’s doubles (no mixed or singles). There will be 5 age categories and 4 skill levels. And it’s all FREE.
Come join us at the Pictona Jamboree for FOOD, FUN, AND FRIENDS.
Sponsored by Progressive Medical Research
Advent Health Sundown Showdown Series
Team Tournaments
This fun, fast-paced evening tournament is perfect for teams of 4–6 players. You’ll enjoy round robin play, skill and age divisions, and the electric energy of a summer night on the courts.
🏆 Challenge yourself!
🍾 Celebrate with your crew!
🔥 Compete under the stars!
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Pictona Drill to Thrill!
Third Shot Dropper Drill
Pictona has partnered with Pickleball Drills HQ, the world's most extensive collection of pickleball drills. Each issue of the Pictona News will feature a video and is available for FREE to members!
Click the image below to watch this issue's featured drill, filmed right here at Pictona!
Pictona would like to recognize Gloria Gilpatrick as the June Pictona Volunteer of the Month. Gloria began volunteering at Pictona during the Pictona Challenge checking in players for the event. She enjoyed the experience so much she offered to expand her availability to other volunteer opportunities during the tournament. At the most recent MLP Daytona pro tournament, Gloria volunteered every day of the four day event, including multiple shifts, for a total of 29 hours of volunteer support. Gloria will have access to the Volunteer of the Month parking spot for the month of June and July. Congratulations, Gloria
Gear Up at the Player Shop!
We’re stocked and serving fresh pickleball looks! From top-tier paddles (hello Selkirk & Joola!) to Pictona tumblers, hats, and must-have court shades—your summer pickleball style starts here. Don’t forget to grab a backpack and hit the courts in style. 🧢🕶️🔥
Swing by the Player Shop today!
Soft Cotton Blend - sure to be your favorite way to show your\
Pictona Pride!
Get yours in the Player Shop!
A great alternative to dealing with the paddle rack system! Pictona organizes:
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Pictona has a very capable group of certified instructors! OR - Click HERE to arrange a private lesson!
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A great alternative to dealing with the paddle rack system!
FLEX LEAGUES
Flexibility at Its Finest: One of the standout features of our league is its flexibility. Say goodbye to the stress of committing to every game day – with our format, you have the freedom to opt in or out based on your availability.
Flex League Pricing: $5 game day fee each time you opt-in.
Ladder Play
Mondays, 6 - 8 pm
Do you have what it takes to reign supreme on the pickleball court and claim the esteemed title of King or Queen of the Court? Join us at Pictona for an evening of competitive pickleball action during our Open Seeded Ladder event, exclusively designed for players with skill levels ranging from 2.5 to 3.99. Prepare to showcase your prowess and engage in a thrilling Pictona Intramural event that pairs participants with like-skilled partners, regardless of gender.
Entry Details:
Novice Mixers
Mondays, 5 - 8 pm
Wednesdays, 6 - 8 pm
Sundays, 9 - 11 am
When you arrive at the courts for a MIXER, you will be given a PLAYER NUMBER. There will be a printed game schedule that shows the assigned player numbers at each court. They will play 6 competitive games.
NOVICE Mixers will be played on courts 37-44, Sundays from 9-11am and Wednesdays from 6-8pm. Participants will play 5 competitive games. All players are required to STOP AT WELCOME DESK to CHECK IN for these events.
Pictona was built through a public-private partnership with the City of Holly Hill and Martens Charities, and $2.9 million in Volusia County ECHOgrants.
