The Ponte Vedra Beach Dink for Diabetes is an annual pickleball tournament that raises funds to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).

Founded by Thomas Marinko, a local Ponte Vedra High School student, the inaugural "Dink for Diabetes" tournament is set for Saturday, May 4, 2024.

The catalyst of this event was deeply personal, based on Thomas's love and concern for his eleven-year-old sister, Helena, who has been battling type-1 diabetes since the age of eight. Witnessing her strength and determination, Thomas was inspired to use his passion for sports as a catalyst for change and a cure for Type-1 diabetes.

Combining his family's love for pickleball, he saw it as an opportunity to unite their community around this cause.

We hope you can join us, whether a player or spectator, for a fun night that will leave a lasting legacy of love, resilience and hope for a brighter, diabetes-free future.

PVB Dink For Diabetes 2024

Join us for a night of Pickleball fun to benefit JDRF