Welcome to the 2024 "Decembrrrrrrrr" Paddle in the Burg pickleball tournament!
Beat the cold indoors December 14 and 15
1. ROUND ROBIN PLAY - lots of matches...see formats for all draw sizes below.
2. NO RISK - SIGN UP TODAY! FULL REFUNDS if have to pull out up to 7 days before tournament. Sign up today so others can see who is playing.
3. COST IS DOWN! $55 total for one event, $80 total for 2 events.
4. EVENTS FOR 2.5's! Perfect for beginners or first tournament.
5. Custom Medals for gold, silver, bronze.
6. Stay on court during your event...goal is events range from 2 hours to 4 max.
BRACKET SIZE FORMATS:
4 teams = RR games to 15, top 2 play 2/3 to 11 for Gold. 3rd and 4th play 2/3 for Bronze.
5 teams = RR games to 15, top 2 play 2/3 to 11 for Gold. 3rd and 4th play game to 15 for Bronze.
6 teams = RR games to 15, top 2 play 2/3 to 11 for Gold. 3rd and 4th play game to 15 for Bronze.
7 teams = RR games to 15, top 2 play 2/3 to 11 for Gold. 3rd and 4th play game to 15 for Bronze.
8 teams = RR games to 15. Playoff TBD
Sponsors and Giveaways!
DEADLINE IS MONDAY December 9!!!!
DETAILS:
1. This tournament is NOT sanctioned. You do not have to be a USAPA member, so you do not have to pay any extra fees! All results will go to DUPR.
2. You can self rate at any level. You can always "play up" but players should not self rate lower than actual ability level.
LOCATION:
This tournament will be held in the state-of-the-art University of Mary Washington tennis facility (University Tennis Center, 1200 Hanover St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401).
There is plenty of space for play, spacious hallways and an upper deck area for the best views overlooking all the courts. Chairs are not permitted on the courts. There are benches alongside the courts for players/limited spectators/coaches. There will be 12 courts with a combination of temporary durable “pro-grade” nets and temporary portable nets.
SCHEDULE: PLEASE CLEAR YOUR SCHEDULES FOR THE DAYS YOU PLAN TO PLAY. Official Start times will be posted approximately 1 week before the tournament start date. Goal is for events to finish in a 4 hour window.
- Gender Doubles will be on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024
- Men's Open; Tentative start at 9:00am
- Women's Open; Tentative start at 12:00 pm
- Round Robins for maximum play.
- Medals awarded to Gold, Silver, Bronze
Ball:
• Lime Green Franklin X-40 outdoor ball. Per the updated 2023 USA Pickleball rules, please do not wear predominately lime green apparel or you will be asked to change
Cost:
• Registration - $30 per person.
• Each Event - $20 per event (up to 2 events)
• PB Brackets Website fee - $5 per event
- Non sanctioned keeps the fees down!
For more information contact: Todd Helbling, thelblin@yahoo.com
Additional Information
Your official UTPR ratings will be used to determine brackets.
We expect to have giveaways and prizes on site.
Venue Information
UMW Tennis Center
1200 Hanover Street
Fredericksburg Virginia 22401 United States
Surface Type: Tennis Hardcourt Surface
Play Area Type: Indoor
Net Type: Portable
Ball Used: Franklin X 40
Number of Courts: 12
Parking: No Fee
There is plenty of parking on either side of the venue.
Amenities
Lodging
Many hotels within 5 miles of venue.
Allow Pets: No
Membership Required: No.
Allow Food: Snacks only. No major outside food (like grilling, catering, etc…)
Allow Dish to Pass: No
This is an indoor facility.
No animals.
No food on court.
No personal chairs on court (you may bring for mezzanine).
