Tournament Description

Welcome to Cramer's Paddle for a Cause Benefiting the Cramer Children's Advocacy Center presented by the Long-Lewis Foundation, hosted at Veterans Memorial Park. We are excited to have you join us for a competitive and well-organized Southern Pickleball event supporting a great organization.

We ask you to be the light in a child's darkest moment. The Cramer Children's Advocacy Center supports children under 19 who have experienced abuse or witnessed violence. They provide forensic interviews, mental health services, medical services, and advocacy while coordinating investigations through their Multidisciplinary Team.

Every child, regardless of background, receives care. The organization is proudly accredited by the National Children’s Alliance and the Alabama Network of Children’s Advocacy Centers (ANCAC).

DONATION & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE:

Click the Cramer Children's logo under Sponsors or click the “Website” link at the top of this page for more information.

<a href="https://givebutter.com/c/cramerpaddleforacause" target="_blank">CLICK HERE FOR DONATION & SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION</a>

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TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE & INFORMATION

This event will be held on FRIDAY & SATURDAY.

Friday, July 17 – Mixed Doubles

Friday Mixed Doubles may begin as early as 4:30 PM CST

Saturday, July 18 – Men’s & Women’s Doubles

Specific start times for each event will be posted and emailed within 24–48 hours after the close of registration.

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REGISTRATION & FEES

Entry Fee: $60 and includes one (1) event

Additional Events: $15 per additional event

LAST DAY TO REGISTER AND BE GUARANTEED A FREE TOURNAMENT SHIRT: JULY 5TH AT 11:55 PM

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DIVISIONS OFFERED

Mens & Womens Doubles | Mixed Doubles

SKILL LEVELS (DUPR REQUIRED)

2.5 | 3.0 | 3.5 | 4.0 | 4.5

AGE GROUPS

15+ | 35+ | 50+ | 60+ | 70+

Age is determined as of 12/31/2026

If the tournament director combines any brackets, medals will be awarded based on players’ original registration.

TEAM RULE: Teams must compete at the skill level of the higher-rated player (or higher) and in the age group of the younger player.

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MATCH GUARANTEE

• Southern Pickleball guarantees a minimum of four (4) matches per team per event.

• Tournament management reserves the right to combine brackets as needed to create playable divisions.

• If brackets are combined, medals will be awarded based on the original registered division.

RATINGS (DUPR)

• DUPR ratings will be used for all events

• All matches will be reported to DUPR

• Score corrections may not be possible once the next match has started, so players are strongly encouraged to verify scores promptly.

• Tournament Director reserves the right to move players up or down as deemed appropriate

• After registration closes, all players' DUPR ratings will be updated and reviewed

• Players whose updated DUPR rating (with 50% or higher reliability) exceeds the registered division will be moved to the appropriate higher bracket

• Players with a DUPR rating (below 50% reliability) may appeal to play in a lower division

• Players must initially register in the higher division mandated by their current DUPR rating

• Appeals must be submitted via email to <a href="mailto:info@southernpickleball.com">info@southernpickleball.com</a> before registration closes

• Both partners (if applicable) must agree to the appeal

PARTNER POLICY

• Players may register with a partner or select “Need a Partner.”

• IF REGISTERING WITH A PARTNER: The selected partner must register within five (5) days of the first player’s registration. Failure to do so will result in the team being placed on the waitlist. Once the partner registers, the team will automatically move to the active list if space is available. Registration is not guaranteed until both players are registered and paid.

• IF SELECTING "NEED A PARTNER": Choosing this option does not guarantee the tournament will find a partner. This feature is provided as a courtesy so players may connect with one another. Players without partners must withdraw according to the tournament’s refund policy to be eligible.

MATCH PLAY

• No referees

• All matches self-monitored

Additional Information

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GUIDELINES, RULES & PADDLES

The Southern Pickleball Association adheres to the guidelines set forth in the USA Pickleball Rulebook. All gameplay, officiating, and judgment decisions during our events are based on these rules to ensure consistency and fairness for all players. Southern Pickleball reserves the right to deviate from the USA Pickleball rules at the discretion of tournament management.

We encourage all participants to familiarize themselves with the USA Pickleball Rulebook to understand the standards and expectations that govern our games. For more information or to access the rulebook, please CLICK HERE to visit

<a href="https://usapickleball.org/what-is-pickleball/official-rules/" target="_blank">USA Pickleball's Official Website</a>.

Southern Pickleball allows paddles that are on the official UPA-A amateur and USA Pickleball approved paddle lists. It is the player's responsibility to ensure their paddle is currently approved for amateur tournament play.

<a href="https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO VIEW APPROVED PADDLE LIST</a>

Players found to be playing with an unapproved paddle may be subject to forfeit at the discretion of the tournament director and/or tournament referee.

Additionally, players discovered to have two or more DUPR accounts may be subject to withdrawal from the tournament at the discretion of the tournament director.

Players with multiple DUPR accounts should contact <a href="mailto:support@dupr.com">support@dupr.com</a> to have their accounts merged.

Thank you for helping us uphold the integrity of the sport.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE & SUPPORT

Southern Pickleball is happy to answer questions and assist with any issues related to registration, scheduling, divisions, or tournament policies. Please send all correspondence to

<a href="mailto:info@southernpickleball.com">info@southernpickleball.com</a>

For the fastest and most accurate service, please include the following information in your message:

• Your full name

• Your partner’s full name (if applicable)

• Age

• Phone number and email address for both players

• The bracket you are currently playing and/or the bracket you wish to play

• Providing complete information will help us respond more efficiently

Refund Policy

WITHDRAWAL & CANCELLATION POLICY

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• Cancellation Deadline: JULY 1st at 11:55 PM CT

• Withdrawals before the deadline receive a refund minus a $20 processing fee

• All approved refunds will be issued the week following the conclusion of the tournament

• Pickleball tournament service fees are non-refundable

• Tournament entry may close at any time if daily capacity limits are reached

WEATHER & TOURNAMENT INSURANCE

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Optional Weather & Tournament Insurance is available for $12 and may be purchased during registration.

TOURNAMENT INSURANCE COVERS:

• Weather-related cancellations

• Withdrawals due to injury or family emergency for the player or their partner

Players who purchase Tournament Insurance will receive a 100% refund of registration and event fees if they are unable to compete in at least one event during the tournament. Registration fees are non-transferable.

Venue Details

Veterans Memorial Park

Don Michael Drive
Florence, Alabama, 35630
United States

Parking Information

Parking Fee: No Fee

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