Torre del Mar Pink Padel tournament raises money for cancer charity « Euro Weekly News
International residents in the Axarquia are turning sport into a fundraiser, with the second Pink Padel tournament coming to Torre del Mar this October.
Pink Padel returns to Torre del Mar
Pink Padel will take place at Global Sports in Torre del Mar on Saturday, October 17, from 5pm to 11pm, bringing 48 players for padel, music, food and fundraising.
Spectators can attend free of charge, with a raffle and prize-giving adding to the programme. Players each pay €10, with every euro going to Asociación Esperanza, the Axarquia association supporting people with cancer and their families.
Organiser Tracy Patterson said Pink Padel was created by a group of mainly non-Spanish-speaking residents who share a love of padel and affection for the Axarquia.
Expats putting something back
Patterson said the group wanted to get more involved in local life, learn more about the areas where they live and make a positive contribution to the community.
That international connection is being extended to local businesses. Organisers are inviting Axarquia companies to donate raffle prizes, gift vouchers or financial support towards costs such as court hire, decorations and sports equipment.
A picnic after the tournament will bring players together, with participants supplying the food. Music, a raffle and the prize ceremony will complete the evening too.
Money goes to local cancer support
Asociación Esperanza was chosen so money raised can directly benefit people and families in the Axarquia. The organisation provides social and psychological support, group activities, information and other services for people affected by cancer.
Last year’s first Pink Padel event raised €1,194 for FECMA, the Spanish Federation of Breast Cancer Associations.
Association president Maria Ramos thanked the organisers for bringing together sport, friendship and solidarity to support people facing cancer.
For players, businesses or anyone wanting to support the event, organisers are encouraging local participation. More information about Asociación Esperanza and its work is available through its website.
