Intermediate to advanced. You do not need to be a pro. You need to already know what a third
shot drop is.
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Dink or Swim 2026. Built by Paddletek. Hosted by Chicken N Pickle.
Some people still think pickleball isn’t a real sport. That notion does not survive this
weekend. September 19 and 20, at Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park. Thirty campers. Four
pros. One coach’s team wins the week.
A clinic teaches you something and sends you home. Dink or Swim puts you on a team, hands you a coach who has played this game for a living, and gives you two days to prove what you are made of.
By Sunday night, one team owns the week, and every camper walks out with a paddle discount, a class photo, and a content pack built to make your group chat jealous.
Your coaches did not learn this game. They built it.
Jorja Johnson has established herself as one of pickleball’s brightest young stars through an aggressive style of play and an unwavering commitment to getting better every day. Fast hands at the net, powerful groundstrokes, and a relentless competitive spirit have become hallmarks of Jorja’s game. Every victory has been earned, never expected, making her one of the most exciting players to watch on tour.
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Known for his smooth all-around game, remarkable consistency, and calm confidence under pressure, JW has built his reputation through relentless preparation and a work ethic respected throughout the sport. Around pickleball, he’s known as someone who earns everything that comes his way, every point, every title, every championship.
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Julie Johnson has established herself as a respected force in pickleball through her competitive drive, athletic versatility and commitment to growing the game. Known for her strong all-around play and ability to compete at the highest level, Julie brings experience, energy and a passion for helping players elevate their game. Her knowledge of the sport and love for competition make her an exciting presence both on and off the court.
Ava Ignatowich has quickly made a name for herself as one of pickleball’s rising talents through her athleticism, competitive mindset and fearless style of play. Quick on her feet and confident under pressure, Ava brings energy and intensity to every match. With a relentless drive to improve and a passion for competing, she continues to establish herself as an exciting player to watch on the court.
Two days. Two different reasons to show up.
Saturday, September 19th | 3 – 6PM
Every camper starts here, whatever your dink looks like walking in. The pros work the courts, break down what is actually broken in your game, and build it back tighter.
When the courts close, the tables open. Food, drinks, small bites from Chicken N Pickle, and a room full of people who now understand exactly why you have been talking about pickleball for six months.
Sunday, September 20th | 9AM – 12PM
You have been drafted. Sunday is not a clinic, it is a tournament, and you are playing for a coach, not just for yourself.
One team wins Dink or Swim Overland Park. When it is over, nobody on that roster is forgetting who was on it.
Everything you need to show up and leave with proof.
1. A welcome package waiting for you on day one
2. A Dink or Swim camp shirt & hat
3. 50% off a new Paddletek paddle through the website, plus the chance to demo any Paddletek paddle at Chicken N Pickle before you buy.
4. Small bites from Chicken N Pickle
5. A full social content wrap-up of the weekend, shot and edited, yours to keep and post
Hosted at Chicken N Pickle, Overland Park.
Courts built for real pickleball, food and drink built for the after, and a room that gets loud when it matters.
Chicken N Pickle is designed for more than just the game. It’s a place to compete, connect and celebrate, with a lively atmosphere, great food and plenty of space to gather. From the first serve to the post-match hangout, Chicken N Pickle makes the entire experience part of the event.
Thirty spots. One price. No deadline but the one that matters.
$250 gets you two days, a coach, a team, a 50% off paddle discount, and content of the weekend that is yours to keep.
There is no cutoff date. There are only thirty spots, and once they are gone, they are gone.
Intermediate to advanced. You do not need to be a pro. You need to already know what a third
shot drop is.
18 and up. This is an adult camp.
Yes. You will accept it during registration.
Yourself, good shoes, and a burning desire to get better, compete, and have a great time.
This Dink or Swim event will be photographed, filmed, and recorded. By registering for or participating in the event, you grant Juice Creative Group, Paddletek, and Chicken and Pickle full permission to capture, edit, reproduce, publish, distribute, and use your image, likeness, voice, and appearance in promotional, advertising, and marketing materials related to Dink or Swim, Paddletek and its products, Chicken and Pickle facilities, and the participating organizations. This permission applies to all media and is granted without additional notice or compensation.
All photographs, video and audio recordings, and other content created in connection with the event may be owned and used by Juice Creative Group, Paddletek, and Chicken and Pickle. Your name will not be published alongside this content, and your personal information will not be sold to third parties.