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Richmond, VA — Saturday, October 4, 2025 — Families and sports fans in Richmond will have the rare chance to meet and learn from one of the world’s top pickleball players, James Ignatowich, during a special event hosted at Yello Club in Manakin-Sabot, VA.
Ignatowich, currently ranked among the top 10 pickleball professionals in the world, will headline a day filled with exciting activities for both adults and kids. The event will include:
- Pro Demonstration & Clinic Opportunities with James Ignatowich
- Meet & Greet Session with photo opportunities
- Open Play for all levels
- Raffle Giveaway — every attendee is automatically entered to win a brand-new RPM pickleball paddle
To make this event accessible for families, children under 10 receive free admission.
“We’re thrilled to welcome James Ignatowich to Richmond,” said Lauren Giedgowd, Head of Pickleball at of Yello Club. “This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire kids, introduce more families to pickleball, and create a community event that’s both fun, informative and interactive.”
Special Offer for Macaroni Kid Readers: Yello Club is giving two free general admission tickets exclusively to Macaroni Kid Richmond to share with their audience. Be on the lookout for more details on the Macaroni KID Richmond and Macaroni KID Chesterfield-Chester social media pages!
Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Location: Yello Club, 40 Plaza Drive, Manakin-Sabot, VA
Tickets: Starting at $25 (VIP experiences also available, but limited)
Kids under 10: FREE
Tickets are limited. To secure your spot, visit https://forms.gle/jHw8w2zAgkqmJxAH7
