Back for a 3rd year, The Greatest Spectacle in Pickleball, now brought to you by Citizen's Energy Group. Same great tournament you have come to love, just a new look and a new charity. We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the beautiful Community Sports & Wellness Center. 16 courts on an indoor tennis surface and 3 additional courts for tournament play along with overhead viewing available in each venue.

The planned format will be round robin with single elimination playoff. Based on number of teams per event the format may be modified. When asked your skill level, choose the level you plan on playing in this tournament.

AGE BRACKETS- If you are a 50+ player and your partner is under 50, you will have to play down.

BRACKETS CHANGES-

Events may be merged/split by age or skill based on number of registrations. Registering for this tournament means you accept that this may happen.

PAYMENT/PARTNER POLICY-

Players must be paid and have a registered and paid partner to be confirmed. Players not paid and without registered and paid partners will be moved to a wait list if the division in which a spot is being held is filled with fully registered and paid teams by 5/8/24.

WAITING LIST- If the event you want to play in is full, we encourage you to register for the waiting list.

TIMES WILL NOT BE POSTED (and we won't know the times) UNTIL REGISTRATION CLOSES AND TOURNAMENT LAY OUT IS FINISHED. Sorry, it's just the nature of larger tournaments.

To guarantee t-shirt size, pay by Wednesday, April 24. Final registration is Wednesday, May 8th.

Although this tournament in not sanctioned, we will be following USA Pickleball rules including the approved paddle list.

***The USAP just announced that they have removed the Gen 3 Joola's from the approved paddle list. Given the timing of this announcement, these paddles WILL be allowed to play in the Greatest Spectacle in Pickleball.

Registration is $55 and $10 per event. Only one event per day will be allowed.

An awesome t-shirt is included in your registration!

We ask that everyone play in their appropriate skill level. We all want to have fun and good competition!

And in the spirit of fun and good competition, poor sportsmanship will NOT be tolerated!

Hold onto your paddles because we've got some absolutely incredible news to share with you all. The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) has handpicked our tournament to be the prestigious United States Pickleball Championship tournament for Indiana!

This is HUGE! And here's the cherry on top: if you clinch that glorious gold medal in your event at our tournament, you snag yourself a free entry into the National Championship in Dallas from November 4th to 10th. That's right, folks! Your chance to shine on the national stage and compete for the esteemed title of United Pickleball Champion is within reach if you so desire!

Now, I know what you're thinking, what does this mean for me, the player and let me keep it real, folks. The heart and soul of our tournament remain unchanged. The PPA was drawn to our vibrant atmosphere and the charitable vibes we bring to the court. In fact, they see it as a valuable addition! So, consider this an exciting bonus to your tournament experience. Winning that gold medal could catapult you into the national spotlight in Dallas! Again, if you so desire.

Our good friends and long-time supporters, the Pickled Paddler will be selling their unique and inclusive apparel. We love having them and supporting local WBE!

Speaking of local, The Stable, Pendleton's small town, local gathering place is back for another year serving up food and adult beverages on Saturday and Sunday.

One last thing, MUSIC WILL BE PLAYED AT THIS EVENT, INCLUDING A DJ!

Registration and payment deadline is Wednesday, May 8th - NO REFUNDS AFTER MAY 8th.

SERVICE FEES WILL NOT BE REFUNDED.

To guarantee t-shirt size, you must be paid by Wednesday, April 24th.

Late payments will not be accepted.