FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Tim Whitlow
Butte Pickleball Association
Phone: (406) 595-1126
Email:
Website: www.buttepickleball.com
BUTTE, MONTANA – The Butte Pickleball Association is thrilled to announce the 1st Annual Copper Cup Pickleball Tournament, set to take place on August 30–31, 2025 at
Stodden Park. This two-day event marks the city’s largest outdoor pickleball tournament and promises an unforgettable weekend of competition, community, and fun in “Butte
America.”
The Copper Cup is open to adult players of all skill levels, from seasoned competitors to enthusiastic beginners. Divisions include Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles, with skill
ratings ranging from 3.0 to 4.0+. The tournament will feature a Fixed Team Round Robin format, followed by bracket play to determine division champions.
“We’re excited to bring this level of organized pickleball to Butte,” said event organizer Tim Whitlow. “The Copper Cup is more than a tournament—it’s a celebration of community,
health, and one of the fastest-growing sports in America.”
Participants can expect:
- Minimum four games per team
- Cash prizes, medals, and other awards.
- A 50/50 raffle supporting the Butte Pickleball Association
- Opportunities for sponsors to engage with a vibrant, active crowd.
Games will run from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday and 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Sunday,
with matches scheduled for each division. The official tournament ball is the Selkirk Pro S1.
Registration is now open. Interested players can sign up via the Butte Pickleball
Association website. Divisions may fill quickly, so we encourage early registration.
Current Supporting Sponsors:
Denny Menholt Ford
Crimson Phoenix Hobbies and Games
Cindy Cochran Farmers Insurance
Ace Hardware
Selkirk
Thriftway Super Stops
Murdochs
Compassion Church
Joyce, MacDonald, Haynes & Johnston
Trademark Elite Electrical Services
officialMarathon Machine Works
Butte Silver Bow Parks and Rec.
For full details, registration, and sponsorship opportunities, visit
About the Butte Pickleball Association:
The Butte Pickleball Association is dedicated to promoting pickleball in the local
community by organizing events, growing participation, and supporting healthy, inclusive
recreation for all ages.
