Pickleball Tourney to Promote Mental Health and Suicide Awareness
Organizers are hoping to turn pain into positivity through Pickleball. The 2nd annual Pick-El Ball Tournament and Fundraiser is taking place on December 6th from 8:30 AM until 4 PM at the Sports Core in Kohler.
The tournament observes the memory of Elli Westfall who was lost to depression 11 years ago in November of 2014, and is being hosted by Elli’s friends and family along with Lilly Schroeder, owner of Link Pickleball and channel marketing manager of Kohler Company.
Through celebrating Elli’s life, we hope to bring hope, healing, and a commitment to mental wellness that will resonate across Sheboygan and beyond.
Schroeder, who was Elli’s best friend, aims to spark conversations about mental wellness, reduce stigma, and raise funds for Mental Health America Lakeshore, amidst increasing rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidality in Sheboygan County and nationwide.
Author's summary: Pickleball tournament promotes mental health awareness.