❄️ The Plex’s Winter Open
January 22–25, 2026 | Pickering Pickleplex
Welcome to the Winter Classic — the ultimate way to heat up your winter with high-energy pickleball action, great people, and unforgettable competition!
🏓 Format & Divisions
We’ll be following the 2025 USA Pickleball Official Rulebook for all matches.
Divisions are set by skill level: 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0+, as well as age brackets to keep the play fair and fun.
You’ll kick things off with round robin or pool play, ensuring plenty of matches before the best teams advance to the playoff rounds.
📊 Scoring
Round Robin / Pool Play: Games to 15, win by 2
Semifinals & Bronze Medal Matches: Games to 15, win by 2
Gold Medal Matches: Best 2 of 3 games to 11, win by 2
(Formats may be adjusted if needed to keep the event running smoothly — we’ll keep you updated in real time.)
⏰ Check-In & Timing
Please arrive at least 30 minutes early for your first match.
Once your match is called, you’ll have 10 minutes to report to court — or risk a forfeit.
*Daily Schedule*
Games will kick off each day at 8:00 AM. New events may begin as late as 7:00 PM, and play could run until about 11:00 PM, depending on how many players register. Start times might shift a little as we finalize things. The full schedule will be posted Sunday evening, January 18, 2026.
🎾 Gear & Equipment
Official Tournament Ball: Franklin X40 (bright, fast, and built for competition).
Paddles: Must be USAP-approved. Bring your best gear and your sharpest game!
