*** Registration fee of $20 until Dec. 12, then $30. Then add $25 per event.
*** Regular registration total fees would be 30+25+$5 pbbracket fee for $60 for one event. $90 for 2.
*** NO RISK..FULL REFUND UNTIL REGISTRATION DEADLINE. SIGN UP TODAY!!!
*** SAME LOW COST TO PLAY
*** Free Cupcake from SWEET REASONS in Central Park!
Contact us if you are interested in being a sponsor.
*** MINIMUM OF 4 GAMES PER TEAM! (exception is things happening beyond our control like a team pulling out last minute, etc....)
*** PRIZE MONEY FOR ALL OPEN EVENTS. NO EXTRA FEES. All entry fees paid out to top 3.
* When an event other than Open fills up, we will open another bracket for that same event. If Bracket #2 gets 4 teams, it will run as its own event.
Welcome to the 2026 Paddle in the Burg "Paddle in the New Year"
JAN. 24-25
1. ROUND ROBIN PLAY - MIN 4 MATCHES!!!
2. NO RISK - SIGN UP TODAY! FULL REFUNDS up until day registration closes. Sign up today so others can see who is playing.
3. LOW COST!!! $60 total for one event, $90 total for 2 events (includes PBbracket fees).
4. EVENTS FOR 2.5's! Perfect for beginners or first tournament.
5. New events for 60+ !!!
5. Custom Medals for gold, silver, bronze.
6. Stay on court during your event...goal is events range from 2 hours to 4 max.
7. Free and discounted goodies from our sponsors!
BRACKET SIZE FORMATS:
Round Robins. Scoring and formats determined by numbers.
Sponsors and Giveaways!
DEADLINE IS MONDAY JAN 19!
DETAILS:
1. This tournament is NOT sanctioned. You do not have to be a USAPA member, so you do not have to pay any extra fees! All results will go to DUPR.
2. You can self rate at any level. You can always "play up" but players should not self rate lower than actual ability level.
LOCATION:
This tournament will be held in the state-of-the-art University of Mary Washington tennis facility (University Tennis Center, 1200 Hanover St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401).
There is plenty of space for play, spacious hallways and an upper deck area for the best views overlooking all the courts. Chairs are not permitted on the courts. There are benches alongside the courts for players/limited spectators/coaches. There will be 12 courts with a combination of temporary durable “pro-grade” nets and temporary portable nets.
SCHEDULE: PLEASE CLEAR YOUR SCHEDULES FOR THE DAYS YOU PLAN TO PLAY. Official Start times will be posted approximately 1 week before the tournament start date. Goal is for events to finish in a 3-4 hour window.
- Gender Doubles will be on Saturday, JAN 24, 2026
- Mixed Doubles will be Sunday, JAN. 25, 2026
- Round Robins for maximum play.
- Medals awarded to Gold, Silver, Bronze
Ball:
• Lime Green Franklin X-40 outdoor ball. Per the updated 2023 USA Pickleball rules, please do not wear predominately lime green apparel or you will be asked to change
Cost:
• Registration - $20 early, $30 regular.
• Additional Event - $25 per event = Max totals of $60/$90 with all fees.
• PB Brackets Website fee - $5 per event
- Non sanctioned keeps the fees down!
For more information contact: Todd Helbling, thelblin@yahoo.com
Additional Information
Your official UTPR ratings will be used to determine brackets.
We expect to have giveaways and prizes on site.
Venue Information
UMW Tennis Center
1200 Hanover Street
Fredericksburg Virginia 22401 United States
Surface Type: Tennis Hardcourt Surface
Play Area Type: Indoor
Net Type: Portable
Ball Used: Franklin X 40
Number of Courts: 12
Parking: No Fee
There is plenty of parking on either side of the venue.
Amenities
Lodging
Many hotels within 5 miles of venue.
Allow Pets: No
Membership Required: No.
Allow Food: Snacks only. No major outside food (like grilling, catering, etc…)
Allow Dish to Pass: No
This is an indoor facility.
No animals.
No food on court.
No personal chairs on court (you may bring for mezzanine).
