The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) are proud to welcome Sky River Casino as the official casino partner of the 2026 APP Sacramento Open Benefiting Shriners Children’s. Set to take place April 30-May 3 at the venerable Johnson Ranch Sports Club in Roseville, Calif., Sky River Casino will be the official naming rights partner of the event’s premium VIP experience.

In what will be a second-to-none experience in pickleball, Sky River Casino will lend its name to a viewing lounge for all premium VIP ticketholders at the 2026 APP Sacramento Open Benefiting Shriners Children’s. The lounge will offer unmatched views of Championship Court to watch the world’s best pickleball players battle for gold, high-end food and beverage options, special giveaways and more. VIP tickets are available now via TheAPP.global.

“APP Tour events keep getting bigger and better, and we’re thrilled to partner with Sky River Casino to enhance our premium spectator experience even further in Sacramento,” said Greg Coletti, the APP’s executive director of strategic partnerships in Sacramento. “Championship Court will be the single best place to be for watching the world’s best pickleball players in Sacramento, and together with Sky River Casino, we’ll createexhilarating views and lasting memories.”

“The nationwide excitement around pickleball continues to grow, and we’re excited to help elevate that energy by delivering an exceptional VIP experience for players and spectators alike,” said Michael J. Facenda, President and General Manager of Sky River Casino. “The APP Sacramento Open combines elite competition, a passionate fan base, and meaningful community support, making it a natural fit for Sky River Casino to be part of.”

In addition to showcasing the best talent in pickleball, the 2026 APP Sacramento Open Benefiting Shriners Children’s will welcome hundreds of amateur players of all ages and skill levels. Participants and spectators alike can try their hand in the APP Pickleball Playground courts, featuring recreational on-court activities such as beginner and intermediate target drills, a beat the pro court, and champ of the court.

On April 29 from 5–7 p.m. PT, Sky River Casino will host a free meet-and-greet with APP Sacramento Open competitors Brandon Lane, Glauka Carvajal Lane, William Sobek, and Andre Millet. Members of the public are invited to meet the players near the newly expanded gaming floor on the east side of the casino, where they can obtain athlete autographs, take photos, and ask them questions ahead of the tournament.

More information on 2026 APP Tour events can be found via TheAPP.global. The pickleball community can stay in the know on the latest APP updates by following the APP’s Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn channels.

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