# Event Details - **Event Name**: Free Pickleball Networking Night in Houston - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for free pickleball, instructor for beginners + intermediate skill refining, networking, drinks, and fun - no experience necessary!About this EventPut down the laptop. Pick up a paddle!SPORTSKIND and the University of Houston SHRM Chapter invite Houston’s HR and people-community professionals to a free evening of pickleball, conversation, and networking. No pickleball experience is required—just come ready to meet great people and enjoy an evening of community, fun, and friendly competition! We will also be providing light bites and drinks.We’re taking over three courts at Pickleball Social near the Energy Corridor on Wednesday, October 14, from 5:30–8:00 PM. You’ll enjoy professional pickleball instruction, SPORTSKIND staff-led play, light bites, drinks, and a welcoming group of Houston professionals ready to connect beyond the usual business-card exchange. Come and go as you please!What to Expect5:30 PM: Check in, stretch, warm up, and grab a drink.6:00–7:00 PM: Court 1 - a professional instructor leads a guided clinic —ideal for first-time players and anyone looking to sharpen their skills.6:00–8:00 PM: Courts 2 and 3 - open play and organized games. SPORTSKIND staff will manage rotations, introduce new partners and opponents, and keep things fun and moving.8:00 PM: We wrap up—hopefully with a few new contacts in your phone.Note: the format is designed to make networking feel natural, with time to socialize before play, between games, and as the evening winds down.Why AttendThere’s no cost to attend and no formal program—just pickleball, conversation, and connection. SPORTSKIND runs adult sports leagues and corporate wellness programs across Texas, and this is our favorite way to introduce ourselves: through play, community, and a little friendly competition.Who Should AttendHR professionalsEmployee experience and engagement leadersCorporate wellness and culture teamsWorkplace coordinatorsAnyone who manages—or plays on—a company sports team in the Houston areaEvent Details📅 Wednesday, October 14th🕠 5:30 – 8:00 PM📍 Pickleball Social | Houston, TX (Energy Corridor)🎟 Free: Spots are limited, register now!Questions? Reach Ashley McLerran at ashley@sportskind.com or 512-537-1000.Agenda🕑: 05:30 PMCheck in, stretch, warm up, and grab a drink🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMCourt 1: Free pro instructor lead clinic (beginners or skill sharpening)🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PMCourt 2 & 3: open play and organized games - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/houston/free-pickleball-networking-night-in-houston/100001998453700816 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Contests, Sports, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: Pickleball Social - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Houston - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Pickleball Social - **lat**: 29.7869485 - **long**: -95.54917019999999 - **full address**: Pickleball Social, 1055 Conrad Sauer Drive, Houston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Free Pickleball Networking Night in Houston - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8a4f7d8d5574e37911d23463b6142a4f459a98423af97ae4ea1765e9e55c548b-rimg-w1200-h572-dc4868a8-gmir.jpg?v=1787717724 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Free Pickleball Networking Night in Houston being held? - **A:** Free Pickleball Networking Night in Houston takes place on Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Pickleball Social, 1055 Conrad Sauer Drive, Houston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Free Pickleball Networking Night in Houston? - **A:** Free Pickleball Networking Night in Houston is organized by SPORTSKIND. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Free Pickleball Networking Night in Houston is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Houston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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