On the afternoon of November 7, Hoiana Resort & Golf held the opening ceremony of a system of 8 Pickleball practice courts. The ceremony was attended by Mr. Tao Viet Hai - Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Quang Nam province, Mr. Jan David - Founder of Pickleball Global and the World Pickleball Championship, along with representatives of Pickleball clubs in Quang Nam, Da Nang, local agencies and press agencies.
The launch of Hoiana Pickleball Court marks a step forward in the expansion and strong development of sports activities, as well as enhancing the experiences for domestic and international visitors of Hoiana Resort & Golf.
Ribbon cutting ceremony to inaugurate the Pickleball practice field system at Hoiana Resort & Golf
At the ceremony, Mr. Jan David said that with international standard facilities, the Pickleball court system at Hoiana Resort & Golf is qualified to host the final round of the World Pickleball Championship scheduled to take place in January 2025. This is one of the major Pickleball tournaments with many qualifying rounds in many countries. The final round brings together top players from China, India, Vietnam, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and Hong Kong (China). This sporting event promises to bring dramatic competitions at the Hoiana Pickleball Court.
Mr. Steve Wolstenholme – Chairman and General Director of Hoiana Resort & Golf shared: “We aim to make Hoiana a leading destination for international sports tournaments, including Pickleball. Hoiana will continue to strive and increase local connection activities to create classy and memorable experiences for every visitor to Hoiana in general and Quang Nam in particular.”
Mr. Tao Viet Hai - Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Quang Nam province commented that pickleball is a sport with great potential to contribute to economic and social development. He hopes that attractive sports events and activities can become unique highlights to help attract more tourists to Quang Nam.
Mr. Steve Wolstenholme presented a talent development sponsorship package to young athlete Sophia Phuong Anh
Within the framework of the event, Hoiana Resort & Golf also officially signed a cooperation agreement to sponsor and develop Pickleball talent with Sophia Phuong Anh – the youngest professional Pickleball athlete in Vietnam. Although only 16 years old, Sophia Phuong Anh has achieved many remarkable achievements, including two gold medals at the 2024 World Pickleball Championship held in Bali, Indonesia last October.
In addition to experiencing the international standard driving range, at Hoiana Pickleball Court, visitors will also have the opportunity to participate in professional Pickleball training programs organized by ePGA - Pickleball & Golf Academy. On the occasion of its opening, Hoiana Resort & Golf is now organizing friendly Pickleball matches every two weeks, free registration, with many attractive rewards.
Hoiana Resort & Golf - Asia's Leading Integrated Resort 2024
Hoiana Pickleball Court not only provides excellent training and development opportunities for Pickleball players in Central Vietnam, but also offers a perfect combination of luxury lifestyle and vibrant sports spirit. The opening of Hoiana Pickleball Court is a testament to Hoiana Resort & Golf's commitment to continuously diversify and improve the quality of services, affirming its position as the leading integrated resort in Asia.
