Essen, a small city in the northwest of Germany which was named the 2010 European Capital of Culture, will be hosting the third annual edition of the Bainbridge Cup. Team North America was able to capture the first two cups comfortably, but as our European friends continue to improve at pickleball we need YOUR help to ensure it stays on our continent where it belongs! If you’re looking for more than just a pickleball experience, join Pickleball Trips, the official travel partner of the Bainbridge Cup and our team including trip leader Jon Moore and head instructor, pickleball national champion, & team North America captain Daniel Moore for a historical, cultural, and gastronomical tour of the stunning Rhine region of Germany!