Gippy Battle – Pickleball Tournament

Register as an individual player and represent your nominated town in the inaugural Gippsland Inter-Town Pickleball Battle! Compete for regional bragging rights and the honour of having their town’s name engraved on the Gippy Battle perpetual shield.

This is a fun, competitive, and community-focused tournament bringing together players from across Gippsland for a full day of great matches, camaraderie, and local pride.

Registration includes a sandwich and a muffin. Please note there will be no reduction in the registration fee for participants who choose not to receive catering.

Minimum registration numbers are required for the event to proceed. Confirmation that the tournament will go ahead will be provided once registrations have closed and no later than Friday 8 May 2026.

Registration opens 30 March 2026

GRISS Spring Indoor Pickleball Competition - “Kick off” 2026

Welcome to our upcoming Pickleball Competition! Whether you're a returning player or new to the game, all the key information you need is below.

*Please be advised that registrations will not be monitored between 22 December 2025 and 11 January 2026. If team capacity is reached before the official close of registrations, Teams will be notified that they have not been allocated a place in the competition for the upcoming season the week of the 12 January 2026.

All players must be aged 15 or older. This is a team-based competition – please enter as a team Don't have a team? Contact us at GRISS@latrobe.vic.gov.au 

Team Registration

Teams are placed into divisions based on:

• Previous competition results
• Player ability
• Number of registrations
• First in, best dressed! Spots are limited – register early to secure yours!

Player Insurance: All players not currently registered with Pickleball Australia or Pickleball Victoria must pay a $25 insurance fee before taking the court.

 

 per player per game - paid at reception

Fill-In Players

• Fill-in players pay $5 per game.
• A maximum of three fill-in games is allowed before the $25 registration is required.
• Previous fill-in fees do not count toward the $25.
  
  Match Format
   
• Matches consist of two sets, played to 11 points (no two-point advantage)
• The team that wins the most sets is the match winner.
• Time limits apply:
  • If Game 1 reaches 7.30pm, or
  • If Game 2 reaches 9.15pm
  • The match stops, and current scores stand.

Score Sheets

Ensure score sheets are accurately filled out, including any fill-in players. Winning team is responsible for returning the score sheet to reception after the match.

Match Balls - To Be Confirmed.

The confirmed balls will be the only balls permitted during the competition. Outdoor balls are not permitted - this to ensure consistency and fairness for all players.

Captains’ Responsibilities:

• Team captains must ensure all players have read the Terms & Conditions.
• Indoor Pickleball Competition Terms and Conditions
• Printed copies will be available at reception.
• By playing, all participants are considered to have accepted the terms.

Spirit of the Game: We kindly request that all play with fairness, care, and respect and maintain a positive and supportive attitude, both on and off the court. If you have any questions or concerns during the competition, please contact us at GRISS@latrobe.vic.gov.au  

*Please be advised that registrations will not be monitored between 22 December 2025 and 11 January 2026. If team capacity is reached before the official close of registrations, Teams will be notified that they have not been allocated a place in the competition for the upcoming season in the week of the 12 January 2026. 

Cost: $5.20 per person

No booking required

All abilities walking basketball introduces adult participants to basketball with the opportunity to develop important coordination skills, motor skills and social skills.

To enhance the delivery of the tailored program, sessions are conducted in a fun, social and relaxed environment utilising different teaching methods to stimulate participants' learning processes.

Cost: $5.20 per person

No booking required

This program provides optimal health benefits to all who participate including those who might be intimidated by the pace and impact of a traditional basketball game but love the slower more social version of Walking Basketball.

Active Adults Basketball is a program designed for participants 50+yrs to help maintain and improve health and decrease risk factors associated with sedentary behaviour.

What makes Walking Basketball stand out from most activities is that it doesn’t matter if you have never played the game of basketball before, or are handy on the court, as this will still be a level playing field for everyone.

GRISS Indoor Netball Competition - Summer 2026

 
We’re commencing 2026 with a fast and fun Netball Blitz, kicking off Thursday, 22 January 2026!

Registrations are now closed 

Season Details

Start Date: Thursday 22 January, 2026

Season Length: 10 Weeks (including finals)

Game Times (Subject to number of teams): 6.30pm, 7.20pm, 8.10pm, 9pm 

Competition Format:

• No grading games (due to shorter season)
• Teams randomly placed into POOLS
• Top teams from each pool will qualify for Finals

Note:  Spots are limited – registrations may be capped based on numbers. Teams will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
 

*Please be advised that registrations will not be monitored between 22 December 2025 and 11 January 2026. If team capacity is reached before the official close of registrations, Teams will be notified that they have not been allocated a place in the competition for the upcoming season the week of the 12 January 2026.

Grab your teammates, lock in your spot, and get set for a high-energy start to the year!