Time to dink! As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, Visit Johnson City has partnered with Southern Pickleball to bring the inaugural Tennessee Pickleball Association (TPA) State Championship to Johnson City.The championship will take place at Memorial Park Community Center on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.The tournament is open to pickleball players of all ages and skill levels. Registration is $60 for one day and an additional $15 to play both days.