<h1><b>Welcome to the New Jersey Century Classic</b></h1>
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Pickleball Kingdom Hamilton invites players age 45 and above to compete in an exciting indoor senior tournament experience featuring Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Men’s Singles, and Women’s Singles divisions.
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<p> Slated to be one of New Jersey’s premier indoor pickleball events this season, the <strong>New Jersey Century Classic</strong> features high-level competition and community celebration in a state-of-the-art indoor facility with 14 courts, Premium Air conditioning, Pro-level lighting, and permanent fencing.</p>
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Players may register for multiple events, with divisions organized by both age group (45-54, 55–64, 65–74, etc.)
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All brackets are open divisions with no DUPR restrictions for entry; however, match results will still be reported to DUPR.
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If a large number of players with a wide range of skill levels register within the same age division, the division may be further separated by skill level to help ensure players compete against others of similar ability.
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<h3><b>Format</b></h3>
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Round robin play followed by single-elimination playoffs. Matches are played to 11, win by 2.
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<h3>Medals & Prizes</h3>
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<li>Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals awarded in every division</li>
<li>Gold medal winners receive gift cards</li>
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<h3><b>Schedule</b></h3>
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<li><strong>Friday:</strong> Singles, 5:00 PM+</li>
<li><strong>Saturday:</strong> Men’s & Women’s Doubles, 8:00 AM+</li>
<li><strong>Sunday:</strong> Mixed Doubles, 8:00 AM+</li>
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<p><b>Official start times will be emailed and posted approximately 72 hours prior to the tournament.</b>
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<h3><b>Tournament Experience</b></h3>
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<li>Indoor climate-controlled facility</li>
<li>Instant replay and scoring technology</li>
<li>Mezzanine viewing and lounge seating</li>
<li>Player hospitality snacks and beverages</li>
<li>Free raffles, prizes, food vendors, and BYOB permitted for guests 21+</li>
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<h3><b>Division Notes</b></h3>
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<li>Divisions with fewer than four teams/players may be combined</li>
<li>Age groups within the same skill level are combined first</li>
<li>Adjacent skill levels may also be merged if necessary</li>
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Get ready for a high-energy weekend of competitive indoor pickleball, premium amenities, exciting prizes, and a professionally run senior tournament atmosphere at Pickleball Kingdom Hamilton.
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