2025 Kamloops Open Pickleball Tournament

EVENTS Age Groups:

Singles: 14-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65+

Doubles: 14-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65+

Mixed: 14-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65+

5.0+ CASH EVENTS: 14-49 & 50+

SKILL LEVELS:

3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0+

REGISTRATION:

Registration Fee: $70

Event Fee: $10 per event

Event Fee for 5.0 Cash prize event: $30

Registration Opens: April 1, 2025 8AM

SKILL/AGE REQUIREMENTS:

Should both players choose to, they may play up ONLY a 1.0 rating level from their current CTPR.

Partners must play in the level of the younger persons age category.

The tournament directors reserve the right to review, and possibly alter the rating/placement of a player.

TOURNAMENT FORMAT:

Round Robin Format: All tournament events will follow a round robin format, except for the open division.

4 to 7 TEAM brackets will play a straight round robin. One game to 15 win by 2. The top 4 teams will move forward. 1 vs 2 for gold/silver – games will be 2 of 3 to 11 win by 2.

3 vs 4 place play for bronze with 1 game to 15 win by 2.

8+ TEAM brackets will play pool play. Top 2 teams from each pool will move forward to medal round. 1 vs 2 and 2 vs 1 with 1 game to 15 win by 2. Winners will play for gold/silver – games 2 of 3 to 11 win by 2 and bronze will play 1 game to 15 win by 2.  

 

Division Merging: Divisions with one to three teams may be merged with another division at our discretion.

Double Elimination for Open Divisions: Open divisions with six or more teams will participate in a double elimination format. Winners bracket matches will be best 2 out of 3 games to 11, while all opportunity bracket matches will be one game to 15. Gold medal matches will be best 2 out of 3 games to 11. Specifically, for 5.0+ open bracket events, bronze medal games will also be best 2 out of 3 games to 11.

Skill Level and Age Brackets:

Participants must compete at the skill level of the higher-rated player or above. Unrated players may be moved to a higher bracket if deemed appropriate by the organizers. In age-based brackets, the bracket is determined by the age of the younger partner.

Singles: Round Robin play and bronze medal match are one game to 11, win by 1. Gold/Silver match best of 3, win by 2.

PRIZE MONEY has been sponsored by Comazzetto Group, BMO Private Wealth.

The prize money for 5.0+ Women’s, Men’s and Mixed 14-49 will be guaranteed $1,000 in addition to Event Fee.

Event Fee will be divided proportionally based on the number of players registered. The event fee ($30 per player) will be added to the $1,000. The payouts will be distributed as follows: 55% to the gold medalists, 30% to the silver medalists, and 15% to the bronze medalists.

The 5.0 50+ Age bracket payout will be determined by the number or registrants. The Event Fee will be divided proportionally based on the number of players registered. The event fee ($30 per player) will be distributed as follows: 55% to the gold medalists, 30% to the silver medalists, and 15% to the bronze medalists.

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

Both players must register and pay the tournament fees within 48 hours to be considered complete.

Pickleball Canada Registration:

Must be a Pickleball Canada member through June 01, 2025, to participate.

VOLUNTEERING:

Interested individuals can sign up to volunteer on pickleballbrackets.com.

ORGANIZATIONAL AUTHORITY

The Tournament Directors reserve the right to modify the format of any bracket, division, or level as necessary to ensure the smooth operation of the event. They also have the authority to change any rules or policies as needed. This adaptability is essential for responding to unforeseen circumstances and for enhancing the tournament experience for all participants.

PICKLEBALL CANADA REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT

This is a Pickleball Canada sanctioned tournament. All registrants must be members in good standing through June 01, 2025 to play in this tournament.

For more information on ratings for first time sanctioned tournament players please visit the link below.

https://pickleballcanada.org/play/competitive-pickleball/ratings/

In order to register for this tournament you must have a Pickleball Brackets Account.

In your PLAYER PROFILE check "Receive in game text messages". Cell Carrier should be selected. This is how you will receive your game notifications and court assignments

REFUND POLICY:

Cancellation before May 11, 2024, 5:00 p.m.: Refund of registration and event fees minus a $15.00 administration fee.

No refunds after May 11, 2024, 5:01 p.m. for player cancellations/withdrawals.

If the tournament cannot be played due to unforeseen circumstances, registrants will be refunded fees minus a $15.00 administration fee.

Partial refund possible if tournament cancelled after starting.

PRIZE MONEY has been sponsored by Comazzetto Group, BMO Private Wealth.

The prize money for 5.0+ Women’s, Men’s and Mixed 14-49 will be guaranteed $1,000 in addition to Event Fee. Event Fee will be divided proportionally based on the number of players registered. The event fee ($30 per player) will be added to the $1,000. The payouts will be distributed as follows: 55% to the gold medalists, 30% to the silver medalists, and 15% to the bronze medalists.

The 5.0 50+ Age bracket payout will be determined by the number or registrants. The Event Fee will be divided proportionally based on the number of players registered. The event fee ($30 per player) will be distributed as follows: 55% to the gold medalists, 30% to the silver medalists, and 15% to the bronze medalists.