12 Hours. One Mission. Endless Impact. ❤️
Join Axes Physical Therapy on Saturday, September 12, 2026 , at Paddle Up Pickleball Club in Chesterfield for Pickle the Cause, a 12-hour pickleball-a-thon benefiting Pedal the Cause and local cancer research.
Whether you grab a paddle, make a donation, or stop by to cheer everyone on, every dollar raised supports groundbreaking cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Three Ways to Participate
🏓 Play Challenge Team Axes on the court! Reserve a court for your team (2–3 players) and enjoy up to two hours of pickleball while supporting an incredible cause.
❤️ Donate Can't play? Every donation, big or small, helps fund lifesaving cancer research.
🎉 Attend Stop by throughout the day to watch the action, meet the players, enjoy the atmosphere, and celebrate with us during our Final Rally Celebration from 6:00–9:00 PM featuring food, drinks, music, games, and more.
RSVP/Register Here!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can play? Anyone! Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome.
What skill levels are available? We'll have beginner, intermediate, and advanced courts available. Whether it's your first game or you play every week, we'd love to have you.
Do I need a partner? Yes. Teams consist of 2–3 players.
Can we reserve more than one timeslot? Absolutely! Reserve as many time slots as you'd like.
What should I bring? Comfortable athletic clothing, court shoes, and a paddle if you have one. We'll have extra paddles available if needed.
Where is the event? Paddle Up Pickleball Club in Chesterfield, MO - 17057 N Outer 40 Rd Ste 145, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Will food and drinks be available? Yes! Thanks to our generous sponsors, complimentary snacks and drinks will be available throughout the day. Food will also be available for purchase from The District restaurants, many of which offer delivery directly to Paddle Up.
Can I bring my family and friends? Absolutely! Spectators are encouraged. We'll have music, pickleball simulators, a beginner court for free play, and plenty of activities to enjoy throughout the day.
Can I attend if I'm not playing? Of course! We'd love to have you stop by and help us celebrate. Join us for our Pickle the Cause Celebration from 6:00–9:00 PM to wrap up the day with food, drinks, music, games, and the announcement of our fundraising totals.
About Pedal the Cause Pedal the Cause is one of our region's most impactful movements to end cancer. Axes Physical Therapy is proud to support its mission by raising funds for innovative cancer research happening right here in St. Louis.
100% of every participant-raised dollar funds cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital , helping accelerate new treatments, clinical trials, and discoveries that improve patient outcomes.
Since 2010, Pedal the Cause has funded more than $56 million in local cancer research.
Every donation brings us one step closer to a world without cancer.
Thank you for helping us make a difference. We can't wait to see you on the court! ❤️
Offline Payment Instructions
Check Donations - Please make the check payable to Pedal the Cause and mail to address: Pedal the Cause, PO Box 790372, St. Louis, MO 63179-0372
Stock donations and Donor-Advised Fund - When processing a DAF grant through a charitable giving account, search for the Pedal the Cause by tax ID (27-2233336). In the “notes” section, indicate the Pedal the Cause fundraiser you want to support.
*Once the check is received Pedal the Cause will post the check to your profile. Please note it typically takes 10-14 days to post.