Babcock Ranch Pickleball Tournament brought to you by Pickleball R US
A First-Class Pickleball Experience!
Join us at the spectacular Babcock Ranch at Jack Peeples Park for an exciting pickleball tournament featuring 12 oversized, dedicated courts! PB1965 is an incredible sponsor and is working hard to create a first-class experience for every player, with player gifts, complimentary food, numerous vendors, live music each day, and, of course, plenty of fun and competitive pickleball!
Whether you’re competing for the medals or simply enjoying the atmosphere, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with great competition, community, and fun.
Registration Fee
$50 per player — covers all events you choose to enter, including gendered doubles and/or mixed doubles.
Location
Babcock Ranch — Jack Peeples Park
43350 Trailblazer Loop
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
Official Tournament Ball: Franklin X-40
Important Tournament Information
Please note that tournament schedules, formats, and other details are subject to change at the discretion of the Tournament Director. Brackets may be consolidated or expanded based on court availability, venue modifications, or unforeseen circumstances. Players will be notified by email of any changes.
All brackets are initially scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM for registration purposes. Actual start times may change once registration closes and brackets are finalized.
Start and end times are not guaranteed. Please do not register if you have other commitments that may conflict with the tournament schedule.
Skill Levels and Brackets
This is a non-sanctioned tournament. All players are expected to register at their appropriate DUPR skill level and select partners accordingly. A DUPR rating is required at registration.
Once registration closes, brackets will be reviewed to promote fair and competitive play. If the Tournament Director determines that a team has registered at an inappropriate skill level, the team may be moved to a more suitable bracket to maintain the integrity of the competition.
All match scores will be reported to DUPR.
Scoring and Tournament Format
* Format: Round robin
* Playoffs: The top four teams from each bracket advance to the playoffs. For brackets with multiple pools, the top two teams from each pool advance.
* Medal matches: Best two out of three games, win by two points.
Weather Policy
This is an outdoor tournament, and no indoor backup facility is available.
In the event of inclement weather, the Tournament Director will make every reasonable effort to continue play. However, the tournament reserves the right to modify the playing format as necessary due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Please plan accordingly, as no refunds will be issued due to weather or changes to the tournament format.
No-Refund Policy
This is a strictly no-refund event. Once registration is completed, no refunds will be issued for any reason.
By registering, players acknowledge and accept the tournament policies, including potential schedule and format changes, weather-related modifications, and the no-refund policy.
Get Ready to Play!
Bring your competitive spirit, enjoy the fantastic atmosphere at Babcock Ranch, and get ready for an exciting tournament filled with great pickleball, live entertainment, delicious food, and an amazing community of players.
We look forward to seeing you on the courts!