DCH Foundation to host second annual pickleball tournament honoring Dr. Suresh Lohano

Daviess Community Hospital Foundation will host the second annual Daviess Community Hospital Foundation Pickleball Tournament June 26–28, 2026, at the Daviess County Pickleball Courts, 800 Longfellow Drive in Washington, Indiana. The three-day event honors the legacy of longtime DCH physician Suresh Lohano, M.D., and will raise funds to support vital health care initiatives in the region.

Open to players ages 8 and older, the round-robin tournament will feature singles, doubles and mixed formats with divisions for a variety of skill levels. Matches will be held throughout the weekend, with singles on Friday, men’s and women’s doubles on Saturday, a youth open-age division on Saturday night, and mixed doubles on Sunday. Age divisions for youth players include 8–11, 12–15, and 16–18. All participants are guaranteed a minimum of four games, and first-, second- and third-place awards will be given in each bracket by skill level. A signed parent or guardian waiver is required for youth participants.

Sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 tournament are available now. Levels include Smash ($3,000), Golden Pickle ($1,500), Ace ($1,000), Volley ($500) and Dink ($250). To secure a sponsorship, contact DCH Foundation Director Angie Steiner at 812-254-8858 or [email protected].

Dr. Lohano served as a physician at Daviess Community Hospital for many years, where he was known for his compassion, clinical excellence and leadership. He was deeply committed to improving the health of others—not only through medicine, but also by encouraging active lifestyles and meaningful relationships. His sudden passing in 2024 left a profound impact on his patients, colleagues and the broader region.

“This tournament is a way to celebrate Dr. Lohano’s passion for people and for healthy living,” said Angie Steiner, Daviess Community Hospital Foundation director. “He believed in caring for the whole person, and Hoops for Healthcare brings our community together in that same spirit—building connections, getting active and supporting better care for our patients.”

Proceeds from the tournament will benefit programs and initiatives supported by the DCH Foundation, which helps enhance patient care, improve access and support long-term health goals for the region. Foundation funding has historically supported projects such as equipment for therapy and rehabilitation, updates to hospital facilities and other tools that help keep high-quality care close to home.

“The success of last year’s inaugural tournament showed just how much this community loved and respected Dr. Lohano,” Steiner said. “With hundreds of community members attending, more than 100 youth and adults from across Indiana and Kentucky participating, and approximately $20,000 raised, we saw the power of coming together for a cause that truly matters. We are excited to build on that momentum in 2026.”

Event registration is not yet open, and the Foundation is encouraging interested players to save the dates. Additional details regarding registration, brackets and event logistics will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information, contact Steiner at 812-254-8858 or [email protected].

The Daviess Community Hospital Foundation’s mission is to enhance and complement the mission of Daviess Community Hospital by providing a means for philanthropic support of the hospital and by strengthening relationships between the hospital and the people in the communities it serves. Gifts to the Foundation stay local and help support patients, families, friends, co-workers and neighbors who rely on Daviess Community Hospital for care.

Donations to the Daviess Community Hospital Foundation may be mailed to:
Daviess Community Hospital Foundation
P.O. Box 760
Washington, IN 47501