Get ready for the 4th Annual Blue Crab Classic, Maryland’s premier indoor summer pickleball tournament, returning to PickleRage in Glen Burnie for a full weekend of competition, energy, and nonstop play.
-What to expect:
Singles (Friday night), Doubles (Saturday), and Mixed Doubles (Sunday)
NEW: MLP-style 4-person mixed team competition offered on Friday night
Divisions for all levels from 2.5 (beginner-friendly) through 4.5+ Open $$$
DUPR-based brackets (and enforced!) to ensure fair, competitive play
Whether it’s your first tournament or you’re chasing a medal, there’s a bracket for you.
-Format & Play Experience:
We’ve built this event to maximize play and minimize downtime because we are players too.
Round robin pool play followed by playoffs
Guaranteed multiple games per event (five games minimum)
Brackets typically set with 6–10 teams
Staggered start times to keep the day moving efficiently
Most players will complete their event within a few hours (excluding medal matches)
You’ll spend more time playing and less time waiting.
Competitive Divisions
2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 skill levels
4.5+ Open $$$ division with prize payouts
MLP-style team division based on combined DUPR
Brackets may be split or combined based on registration, with priority given to maintaining competitive balance by skill and age.
-Venue
PickleRage in Glen Burnie
Indoor dedicated pickleball facility with professional setup and built-in highlight system.
