TOURNAMENT RULES & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please carefully review the following information before registering for The Dink Minor League Pickleball UAE @ Picklers.
1. DUPR DIVISIONS & ELIGIBILITY
DUPR 16
- Maximum combined team DUPR: 16.300
- Maximum individual player DUPR: 4.600
DUPR 12
- Maximum combined team DUPR: 12.300
- Maximum individual player DUPR: 3.600
Each team must consist of four players: two men and two women.
The combined DUPR ratings of all four players must remain within the division's maximum limit.
2. DUPR RATING LOCK POLICY
Each player's rating is locked once that player officially joins the team, signs the required waiver, and completes payment of their registration fee.
Important:
- Ratings are locked individually, not when the team captain first creates the team.
- Once locked, subsequent changes to a player's DUPR rating will not affect their eligibility or the team's aggregate for this event.
3. UNRATED PLAYERS (NR)
All participants must have a valid DUPR account to register.
Players without an established DUPR rating are welcome to participate. However, the following default ratings will be applied:
- DUPR 12: Unrated players are assigned a rating of 3.000.
- DUPR 16: Unrated players are assigned a rating of 4.000.
These assigned ratings count toward the team's combined DUPR total.
The Tournament Director reserves the right to review and adjust an unrated player's assigned rating based on verified playing experience and available information, in accordance with official MiLP rules.
4. TEAM REGISTRATION & NAMING
Each team must designate a Team Captain responsible for registering the team and coordinating with the tournament organizers.
Every player must complete their individual registration, accept the required waiver, and pay the applicable registration fee.
Registration Fee Per Player: AED 250 + AED 25 (Service Fee)
Creating a team or appearing on the registration list does not necessarily mean that all players have completed payment.
Club & Community Team Names
Clubs and communities entering two or more teams in the same division should use their club or community name followed by A, B, C, etc.
For example:
- Picklers A
- Picklers B
- Picklers C
This will help identify participating communities, avoid confusion, and create a stronger team atmosphere.
5. SUBSTITUTE PLAYERS
Teams may register substitute players in accordance with the official MiLP rules and tournament registration requirements.
Please note:
- The standard playing team consists of two men and two women.
- Substitutes must meet all applicable DUPR eligibility requirements.
- Substitutions must be approved by the Tournament Director.
- During the tournament, substitutions are intended for circumstances such as injury or player unavailability, not for rotating players between matches.
- If a player is replaced during the tournament, the substituted player may not return to compete later in the event.
Teams planning to register substitute players should contact the organizers in advance to confirm eligibility and registration procedures.
6. FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY
Outside food and beverages are not permitted during the tournament, except for personal drinking water, small snacks, and specific medical or dietary needs.
Our official F&B provider, Joga, will be offering food and refreshments for purchase throughout the event.
We kindly ask all players and spectators to respect this policy.
7. TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE & ARRIVAL
The tournament begins at 1:00 PM on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
All players must arrive early enough to complete check-in and be ready before their scheduled matches.
The detailed schedule, check-in instructions, and match assignments will be shared before the event.
Please note:
- Teams must be ready to play when called.
- Match schedules and court assignments must be respected.
- Delays may result in penalties or forfeits in accordance with tournament rules.
- Players are responsible for monitoring their upcoming matches.
8. TEAM CAPTAINS & COMMUNICATION
Every team must appoint a captain who will act as the main point of contact with the tournament organizers.
Team captains are responsible for:
- Ensuring all players are correctly registered and eligible.
- Communicating tournament schedules and updates to teammates.
- Confirming team lineups and DreamBreaker™ rotations.
- Being available for tournament announcements and instructions.
9. OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT WHATSAPP GROUP
A dedicated Tournaments WhatsApp group will be available within the Picklers WhatsApp Community.
This group will be used for:
- Tournament announcements and important updates
- Match schedules and event information
- Registration reminders and instructions
- Future Picklers tournaments and competitions
Join the Tournaments WhatsApp group here:
[LINK WILL FOLLOW]
All team captains and players are strongly encouraged to join to stay informed.
10. SPORTSMANSHIP & FAIR PLAY
Picklers is committed to delivering a professional, competitive, and enjoyable tournament experience for everyone.
All participants are expected to:
- Respect opponents, teammates, referees, staff, and spectators.
- Demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times.
- Respect the official tournament format and decisions.
- Follow the tournament rules and the instructions of event officials.
Unsportsmanlike conduct, abusive behavior, or deliberate manipulation of DUPR ratings will not be tolerated.
The Tournament Director reserves the right to take appropriate action in accordance with official MiLP rules.
11. FACILITIES & SPECTATORS
The tournament will take place at Picklers' fully indoor, air-conditioned facility in Al Quoz, Dubai.
Players will have access to the club's changing rooms, showers, and other available facilities.
Spectators, friends, and family members are welcome to attend and support their teams.
All visitors are kindly requested to respect court access restrictions, player areas, and tournament instructions.
12. OFFICIAL RULES & TOURNAMENT AUTHORITY
This tournament will follow the official 2026 The Dink Minor League Pickleball Rules & Policies Guide.
All official rules regarding scoring, substitutions, team eligibility, tiebreakers, and match procedures will apply.
The Tournament Director reserves the right to make operational adjustments, including scheduling and competition structure, where necessary and permitted under official MiLP rules.
Full Official Rules:
https://www.dupr.com/minorleague/rules
For any questions or clarifications, please contact Picklers before registering.
We look forward to welcoming all teams for a fantastic day of competitive pickleball at Picklers!
