PICKLEBALL4HEALTH 2025: A Tournament for Wellness, Family, and Community

Pickleball continues to win hearts across Malaysia, and this September, the sport takes on a new dimension with PICKLEBALL4HEALTH 2025, a two-day tournament that blends competition with wellness and community spirit.

Organised by the Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia (KKM) in collaboration with the Putrajaya Pickleball Association (PUPA), the event will be held at First Pick Pickleball, AEON AU2 Setiawangsa on 20–21 September 2025, running daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Part of a Bigger Vision: Health Through Sport

This event is not just another tournament on the calendar. It forms part of KKM’s broader initiative to encourage healthier lifestyles among Malaysians, combating sedentary habits by promoting active, community-based activities.

Pickleball was chosen for its accessibility and inclusivity. Unlike many competitive sports, it is easy to learn, gentle on the body, and suitable for all ages. By featuring categories for families, juniors, and mixed teams, PICKLEBALL4HEALTH showcases how sport can become a fun, shared activity that strengthens both physical fitness and family bonds.

For KKM, initiatives like this serve two important purposes:

1. Preventive Health – Encouraging regular movement and exercise to reduce lifestyle-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension.
2. Community Wellness – Building social connections that promote mental well-being, reduce stress, and foster stronger support systems.
   
   

By taking pickleball into the spotlight, KKM reinforces the idea that wellness is not only about hospital visits and treatment, it’s about prevention, community, and active living.

Event Categories for All

The tournament’s line-up reflects this inclusive philosophy:

• Men’s Doubles (DUPR 3.3 & below)
• Mixed Doubles (DUPR 3.3 & below)
• Family Doubles (Parent & Child, 18 years & below)
• Boys Junior Singles (15 years & below)
  
  

From juniors to parents, the categories encourage participation across generations, making health and sport a family affair.

Affordable and Rewarding

• Men’s Doubles: RM80/team
• Mixed Doubles: RM80/team
• Family Doubles (Parent + Child): RM50/team
• Boys Junior Singles: RM50/player
  
  

Each participant will also receive exclusive door gifts and an official event jersey, making the tournament not only accessible but memorable.

Competitive Edge with a Purpose

Matches will feature a group stage to finals format, rally to 13 (sudden death) keeping the action sharp and spectator-friendly.

Cash prizes will be awarded across all categories, ensuring participants are recognised for their efforts:

Men’s & Mixed Doubles

• Champion: RM800
• 1st Runner-up: RM400
• 2nd Runner-up: RM200
  
  

Family Doubles

• Champion: RM500
• 1st Runner-up: RM300
• 2nd Runner-up: RM200
  
  

Boys Junior Singles

• Champion: RM350
• 1st Runner-up: RM250
• 2nd Runner-up: RM150
  
  

More Than Just Competition

With support from PUPA, PICKLEBALL4HEALTH 2025 will not only raise the profile of pickleball but also highlight how sport can be a vehicle for national health priorities. By encouraging Malaysians to step onto the court, KKM is sending a clear message: wellness begins with movement, and health can be built through community-driven activities that are fun, social, and sustainable.

Registration Now Open

Players can register now via SportsSync. Early sign-ups are encouraged as slots are limited.

For enquiries, contact:

• Aizad – 013-6361785
• Puteri – 019-7589787
• Azwan – 013-3455154
  
  

Tournament Director: Ahmad Aizad