Primary format will be double elimination. Games will be played best 2 out of 3, win by 2. Consolation bracket will play one game to 15, win by 2. However, if in the Gold Medal match the survivor bracket team wins 2 out of 3, then there is an additional playoff game to 15 points, win by 2.
Brackets of 5 teams or less will play a Round Robin format.
In the event that a bracket does not have sufficient teams the Tournament Director reserves the right to combine brackets.
USAPA 2023 rules will apply
Tournament ball will be green Franklin x26 indoor ball for all skill levels
Team age brackets are determined by the age of the youngest partner. Age as of December 31, 2023
Note: Older players may play down, but not up in age groups
Team skill level will be determined by the highest skill level
Tournament Director reserves the right to change the format, adjust the age brackets, and cancel the event based on participation
Medals will be awarded for the top three teams in each bracket regardless if combined
Check in starts at 7:30AM for those with 8AM bracket starts. Players scheduled after 8:00AM will need to be checked in at least :30 minutes prior to their bracket start and will be allowed a 5 minute warm up. All players will need to attend a mandatory player meeting.
A week prior to tournament date, a schedule of events will be available on pickleballtournaments.com. Brackets will be posted the day of play.
