The Trust for the National Mall and Humana Announce New Programming and Advance Court Reservation Sign-up Date for National Mall of Pickleball 2024
The Trust for the National Mall and Humana (NYSE: HUM) announce the second annual National Mall of Pickleball event, scheduled for September 27-29, 2024, in Washington D.C. This year's event, themed 'One for the Ages,' will feature 11 temporary courts and over 250 hours of pickleball activities. New additions include two extra courts, the 'Ultimate Duo Challenge' celebrating intergenerational relationships, and various tournaments. Advance court reservations open on September 18, 2024, at 12:00pm ET.
The event aims to promote intergenerational connections and active lifestyles. It will offer free community play, lessons, and spectator opportunities. Funds raised will support the Trust's mission to preserve and enhance the National Mall. The collaboration between the Trust and Humana emphasizes the importance of social connection and physical health in promoting healthy living, particularly for seniors.
Il Trust per il National Mall e Humana (NYSE: HUM) annunciano il secondo evento annuale National Mall of Pickleball, in programma dal 27 al 29 settembre 2024 a Washington D.C. Il tema di quest'anno è 'One for the Ages' e presenterà 11 campi temporanei e oltre 250 ore di attività di pickleball. Le nuove aggiunte includono due campi extra, la 'Ultimate Duo Challenge' che celebra le relazioni intergenerazionali, e vari tornei. Le prenotazioni anticipate dei campi apriranno il 18 settembre 2024, alle 12:00 ET.
L'evento mira a promuovere connessioni intergenerazionali e stili di vita attivi. Saranno offerti giochi comunitari gratuiti, lezioni e opportunità per gli spettatori. I fondi raccolti supporteranno la missione del Trust di preservare e migliorare il National Mall. La collaborazione tra il Trust e Humana enfatizza l'importanza della connessione sociale e della salute fisica nella promozione di uno stile di vita sano, particolarmente per gli anziani.
El Trust para el National Mall y Humana (NYSE: HUM) anuncian el segundo evento anual National Mall of Pickleball, programado del 27 al 29 de septiembre de 2024 en Washington D.C. El tema de este año es 'One for the Ages' y contará con 11 canchas temporales y más de 250 horas de actividades de pickleball. Las nuevas incorporaciones incluyen dos canchas adicionales, el 'Ultimate Duo Challenge' que celebra las relaciones intergeneracionales, y varios torneos. Las reservas anticipadas de canchas se abrirán el 18 de septiembre de 2024, a las 12:00 p.m. ET.
El evento tiene como objetivo promover conexiones intergeneracionales y estilos de vida activos. Ofrecerá juegos comunitarios gratuitos, lecciones y oportunidades para los espectadores. Los fondos recaudados apoyarán la misión del Trust de preservar y mejorar el National Mall. La colaboración entre el Trust y Humana enfatiza la importancia de la conexión social y la salud física en la promoción de un estilo de vida saludable, especialmente para los adultos mayores.
내셔널몰 신탁과 Humana (NYSE: HUM)가 2024년 9월 27일부터 29일까지 워싱턴 D.C.에서 열리는 제2회 내셔널몰 피클볼 이벤트를 발표합니다. 올해의 주제는 '세대를 초월한'이며, 11개의 임시 코트와 250시간 이상의 피클볼 활동이 포함됩니다. 새로운 추가 사항으로는 두 개의 추가 코트, 세대 간 관계를 기념하는 '궁극의 듀오 챌린지' 및 다양한 토너먼트가 있습니다. 미리 코트를 예약하는 기회는 2024년 9월 18일 오후 12:00 ET에 개방됩니다.
이 행사는 세대 간의 연결과 활발한 라이프스타일을 촉진하는 것을 목표로 합니다. 무료 커뮤니티 플레이, 레슨 및 관중 기회를 제공합니다. 모금된 자금은 내셔널몰을 보존하고 향상시키려는 신탁의 사명을 지원합니다. 신탁과 Humana 간의 협력은 건강한 삶을 증진하는 데 있어 사회적 연결과 신체 건강의 중요성을 강조합니다, 특히 노인을 위해.
Le Trust pour le National Mall et Humana (NYSE: HUM) annoncent le deuxième événement annuel National Mall of Pickleball, prévu du 27 au 29 septembre 2024 à Washington D.C. Le thème de cette année est 'One for the Ages' et comportera 11 terrains temporaires et plus de 250 heures d'activités de pickleball. Les nouvelles additions incluent deux courts supplémentaires, le 'Ultimate Duo Challenge' célébrant les relations intergénérationnelles, et divers tournois. Les réservations anticipées de terrains ouvriront le 18 septembre 2024 à 12h00 ET.
L'événement vise à promouvoir les connexions intergénérationnelles et les modes de vie actifs. Des jeux communautaires gratuits, des leçons et des opportunités pour les spectateurs seront proposés. Les fonds collectés soutiendront la mission du Trust de préserver et d'améliorer le National Mall. La collaboration entre le Trust et Humana souligne l'importance de la connexion sociale et de la santé physique dans la promotion d'un mode de vie sain, en particulier pour les personnes âgées.
Der Trust für die National Mall und Humana (NYSE: HUM) geben die zweite jährliche National Mall of Pickleball-Veranstaltung bekannt, die vom 27. bis 29. September 2024 in Washington D.C. stattfinden wird. Das Thema in diesem Jahr lautet 'One for the Ages' und wird 11 temporäre Plätze sowie über 250 Stunden Pickleball Aktivitäten umfassen. Zu den Neuerungen gehören zwei zusätzliche Plätze, die 'Ultimate Duo Challenge', die intergenerationale Beziehungen feiert, und verschiedene Turniere. Die Vorausbuchung für die Plätze beginnt am 18. September 2024 um 12:00 Uhr ET.
Die Veranstaltung zielt darauf ab, intergenerationale Verbindungen und aktive Lebensstile zu fördern. Es wird kostenloses gemeinschaftliches Spielen, Unterricht und Möglichkeiten für Zuschauer angeboten. Die gesammelten Mittel werden die Mission des Trusts unterstützen, die National Mall zu erhalten und zu verbessern. Die Zusammenarbeit zwischen dem Trust und Humana betont die Bedeutung sozialer Kontakte und körperlicher Gesundheit zur Förderung eines gesunden Lebensstils, insbesondere für Senioren.
- Expansion of the event with two additional courts, potentially increasing participation and revenue
- Introduction of new programming elements like the 'Ultimate Duo Challenge' and 'Pickle Madness', potentially attracting more participants and media attention
- Partnership with local and national organizations, potentially expanding Humana's brand visibility and community engagement
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The second annual event will bring more than 250 hours of pickleball to the National Mall, including the finalists of America’s first-ever “Ultimate Duo” search, celebrating intergenerational relationships and active lifestyles
Advance court reservations go live on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 12:00pm EST
The popularity of last year’s event demonstrated the overwhelming enthusiasm for pickleball, with advance court reservations completely booking up within two minutes. To meet the demand for court time, the second-annual National Mall of Pickleball 2024 will feature two additional courts. About half of the courts will be available for advance reservations, including two players per one-hour block, when bookings go live on September 18, 2024, at 12:00pm ET at nationalmall.org/pickleball. Paddles and balls will be available for use on-site.
Additionally, D.C.’s very own D.C. Pickleball Team (DCPT) and its new roster, including James Ignatowich, Rachel Rohrabacher, Vivian Glozman, and Dekel Bar, will offer a limited number of spots for beginner, intermediate and advanced pickleball clinics.
“National Mall of Pickleball is back and better than before, with fun new ways to join us in the stands and on the courts. One-of-a-kind events like this are just one way the Trust works with our partners to ensure a vibrant and engaging National Mall for all,” shared Catherine Townsend, President and CEO of The Trust for the National Mall. “This year, as we head toward America’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, where the National Mall will play center stage, we are inviting players and fans to support the Trust for the National Mall’s work to preserve and elevate this iconic space, where visitors come to unite, reflect, learn and play, for generations to come.”
Similar to the inaugural event, there will be plenty of free opportunities for players to engage beyond reserved court time, including dedicated walk-on courts for community play, and lessons led by US Senior Pickleball (USSP) and
- Media Match: The Washington Post will play to defend its title of best press pickleball team in D.C. as they compete in a round robin tournament against other members of the national press corps
- DMV Invitational Tournament: Local leagues will compete on the courts for pickleball champion and off the courts in a friendly fundraising challenge to support the mission of The Trust for the National Mall; the top three fundraisers will win unique experiences and prizes
- DCPT Showcase: Professional DCPT athletes will face off against each other on Center Court
- In the Kitchen: Presented by the Humana Foundation in partnership with the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, In the Kitchen will feature healthy and nutritious recipes to fuel players’ minds and spirits throughout the weekend
New programming in 2024 will include some exciting additions, with special guests and announcements still to come:
- Pickle Madness: A showing from D.C.-area colleges and universities where current students and alumni will pair off to see who is the brightest on the courts
- Knock Out: Anyone who considers themselves a pickler will be invited to play on Center Court and play for the title of National Mall of Pickleball Knock Out Champion in a friendly game of knock out to close out the courts each day
This year, six pairs of intergenerational finalists from across the
The finalists of the Ultimate Duo contest will receive an all-expense-paid trip to participate in the National Mall of Pickleball in September and will be sharing their experience through the Trust’s social channels.
“The Trust and Humana know how important social connection and physical health are to living a healthy life,” said Humana Foundation and Trust for the National Mall Board Chair, Bruce Broussard. “The event this year will celebrate the impact pickleball has had on picklers across generations who have deepened their personal relationships through the sport, while also fostering a sense of healthy living. We are proud to advance our mission of promoting an active and healthy lifestyle for America’s seniors through such an impactful event, and we look forward to more meaningful connections forming at National Mall of Pickleball.”
To learn more about the National Mall of Pickleball, the planned activities and to reserve your court time or spot in a clinic once they go live, please visit: nationalmall.org/pickleball and sign up for the Daily Dink newsletter to programming updates.
Funds raised through the 2024 National Mall of Pickleball will support the Trust’s mission with the National Park Service and will fund restoration and sustainability projects, educational enrichment programs and their award-winning Volunteers-In-Parks volunteer programming on the National Mall. To learn more about ways to get involved and protect this historic landscape, visit https://nationalmall.org/support.
Members of the media interested in attending the event must register. Please fill out this form. Organizers will follow up promptly to confirm the status of your media credentials.
About Trust for the National Mall
As the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan philanthropic partner of the National Park Service dedicated to restoring, preserving, and enriching the National Mall, the Trust brings expertise, private funding, and in-kind support to time-sensitive restoration and sustainability projects. The Trust also mobilizes a volunteer operation to provide educational opportunities to ensure that the National Mall endures and evolves as a vibrant civic stage for all. With over 36 million annual visits, the National Mall’s aging infrastructure and outdated visitor amenities are in urgent need of repair and improvement as we approach America’s historic 250th anniversary in 2026. To learn more and to support our mission visit www.nationalmall.org | information@nationalmall.org | @thenationalmall
About Humana
Humana Inc. is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers, and our company. Through our Humana insurance services, and our CenterWell health care services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
About Humana Foundation
The Humana Foundation was established in 1981 as the philanthropic arm of Humana Inc. and is focused on health equity, working to eliminate unjust, avoidable and unnecessary barriers in health and healthcare. The Foundation fosters evidence-based collaborations and investments that help people in underserved communities live connected, healthy lives. As a steward of good health, the Foundation creates healthy emotional connections for people and communities and is shaping a healthier approach to nutrition to support lifelong well-being. For more information, visit humanafoundation.org.
Humana Inc. and the Humana Foundation believe everyone should have access to the tools and support needed to have a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible. Our commitment to improving health outcomes for all – our members and patients, employees, the communities we serve, the healthcare system, and the environment - is the foundation of our Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact platform.
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