<b>REGISTRATION CLOSES:</b> Wednesday (5/20/26) at 12 PM<br><br>
We invite you to join us for a <b>True Beginner Tournament</b> on <b>May 22nd–24th</b>!<br><br>
This event is designed for players who are <b>new to the game</b> or still developing their skills.<br>
Whether you’re learning the basics or improving your game, this is the perfect environment to <b>compete, grow, and track your progress</b>.<br><br>
<b>Location:</b> Life Time Sugar Land Pickleball Courts<br><br>
<b>IMPORTANT:</b> Specific start times and court assignments will be sent out <b>2–5 days prior</b>.<br><br>
<b>TOURNAMENT FORMAT</b><br>
<b>Events:</b> Singles, Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, Mixed Doubles<br>
<b>Game Guarantee:</b> Multiple games for all participants<br>
<b>Format:</b> Round Robin into Medal Round<br><br>
<b>FORMAT DETAILS</b><br>
Group stage round robin (3+ teams per group, minimum 2 games)<br>
Top teams advance to seeded medal bracket<br>
<b>Medals awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place</b><br><br>
<b>PRIZES</b><br>
Medalists will receive <b>medals + JOOLA swag</b><br><br>
<b>DIVISIONS</b><br>
<b>Friday Evening:</b> Singles (2.0–2.5, 2.5–3.0, 3.0–3.5)<br>
<b>Saturday Morning:</b> Men's & Women's Doubles (2.0–2.5, 2.5–3.0, 3.0–3.5)<br>
<b>Sunday:</b> Mixed Doubles (2.0–2.5, 2.5–3.0, 3.0–3.5)<br><br>
<b>REGISTRATION DETAILS</b><br>
<b>Opens:</b> April 5th, 2026 @ 8:00 AM<br>
<b>Closes:</b> May 20th, 2026 @ 12:00 PM<br><br>
<b>EARLY BIRD (Ends May 5th @ 11:55 PM)</b><br>
Club Member: $40<br>
Non-Member: $50<br><br>
<b>STANDARD PRICING</b><br>
Club Member: $50<br>
Non-Member: $60<br><br>
<b>Additional Divisions:</b> $10<br><br>
Teams must register and pay as <b>individuals</b>.<br>
All registrations must be completed via <b>pickleballbrackets.com</b> using a credit/debit card.<br><br>
<b>DUPR REQUIREMENT</b><br>
All players must have a <b>DUPR account</b> and add <b>Sugar Land Life Time</b> as their club to ensure accurate score reporting.<br><br>
<b>AMENITIES & ATMOSPHERE</b><br>
• Snacks provided (fruits, vegetables, baked goods)<br>
• Hydration stations available<br>
• Plenty of space with basketball courts closed off<br>
• Great opportunity to connect with the community<br><br>
<b>WEATHER POLICY</b><br>
Start times may be adjusted depending on weather conditions.<br><br>
<b>LATE POLICY</b><br>
If you are running late, please contact the Tournament Director.<br>
Matches may be forfeited if you are more than <b>10 minutes late</b>.<br>
We will do our best to accommodate, but schedule integrity must be maintained.<br><br>
Life Time Sugar Land is committed to delivering a <b>top-tier tournament experience</b> with well-maintained courts and a welcoming environment.<br><br>
<b>Both members and non-members are welcome — grab your partner and register today!</b>
