Benefiting The Padrino Foundation
Support World Down Syndrome Day!
Benefiting the Padrino Foundation and in support of World Down Syndrome Day 2025!
Round Robin Format
Using all 22 courts!
Event Details
Dates: March 21-22, 2025
Location: Palmas Pickleball Resort, Los Barriles, Baja Mexico
Estimated Participants: 200+ players
Format: Round Robin with playoffs
Entry Perk: Each participant receives a free Sunny’s Day hat
Prizes: Pickleball paddles, gear, and more
Accommodations: Stay and Play
Fun Twist: Wear your craziest, mismatched socks in recognition of World Down Syndrome Day!
Schedule & Divisions
Friday, March 21: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Men’s 3.5 (All Ages)
Women’s 3.5 (All Ages)
Men’s 4.0 (All Ages)
Women’s 4.0 (All Ages)
Men’s 4.5+ (All Ages)
Women’s 4.5+ (All Ages)
Men’s 65+ (All Levels)
Women’s 65+ (All Levels)
Saturday, March 22: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Mixed 3.5 (All Ages)
Mixed 4.0 (All Ages)
Mixed 4.5 (All Ages)
Mixed 65+ (All Levels)
Tournament Format
Round Robin: Games to 15, win by 2
Playoffs: Best 2 out of 3 to 11, win by 2
Balls Used: Core Pickleballs
Courts: Utilizing all 22 pickleball courts
Check-in: Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled start time
Food & Drinks: Provided by The Hideout Bar
DUPR Ratings: Results will not be uploaded to DUPR
Fair Play: Players are encouraged to register at their appropriate skill level. Categories may be adjusted to ensure balanced participation.
Get Involved
We are in need of 24 prize items, including paddles, backpacks, and eye protection. If you would like to contribute, please contact us!
WDSD and Crazy Socks
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is observed annually on March 21st to raise awareness and promote inclusion for people with Down syndrome. The date (3/21) symbolizes the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome, which causes Down syndrome.
Crazy Socks
The Crazy Socks Campaign is a fun and meaningful way to show support on WDSD. People wear mismatched, colorful, or crazy socks to start conversations and raise awareness about Down syndrome.
Why Socks?
• Under a microscope, chromosomes resemble pairs of socks. Since individuals with Down syndrome have an extra 21st chromosome, wearing mismatched socks represents the uniqueness of people with Down syndrome.
• The bright and fun socks encourage people to ask, “Why are you wearing those?”—creating an opportunity to educate others about inclusion and acceptance.
How to Participate
1. Wear crazy, mismatched, or brightly colored socks on March 21st.
2. Share on social media using hashtags like #LotsOfSocks and #WorldDownSyndromeDay.
3. Educate and advocate by starting conversations about Down syndrome and inclusion.
4. Support organizations that work with individuals with Down syndrome.
