<b><u>Sign Up Early & Save!</u></b>
We offer refunds for brackets that do not meet minimum registration requirements and cannot be fairly combined. Registering early helps us build the best possible experience and create the most competitive brackets for everyone!
<b><u>CASH PRIZES (UPDATED 7/17)</u></b>
Cash prizes totaling <b>over $6,500!</b>*
<b>1st place cash prizes are available in every division with 6 or more teams/players.</b>
See the <b>Prize Money Description</b> below for complete details.
<b><u>CHARITY</u></b>
This event proudly benefits <b>National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)</b>, supporting their mission to provide education, advocacy, and resources for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
You may also donate directly to the cause at:
donate.nami.org/WOP
<b><u>DIVISIONS</u></b>
Under 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5+ (Strict DUPR Enforcement)
Ages: Under 35, 35-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (Subject to be combined)
<b>Friday</b> (Start times no earlier than 4 PM):
Men's and Women's Singles
<b>Saturday</b> (Start times between 9 AM and 1 PM):
Men's and Women's Doubles
<b>Sunday</b> (Start times between 9 AM and 1 PM):
Mixed Doubles
<b><u>FORMAT</u></b>
Round Robin followed by Single Elimination
<b>(4-game minimum guaranteed!)</b>
The Tournament Director reserves the right to adjust the format prior to or during the event.
<b>We will use Round Robin followed by Single Elimination whenever possible!</b>
We pride ourselves on running fast-paced tournaments with minimal downtime between matches. Players should expect to complete their bracket within approximately <b>4 hours.</b>
<b><u>$ HOW TO SAVE $</u></b>
<b>AMBASSADOR:</b>
Email info@world-of-pickleball.com if you are interested in becoming an ambassador for this event. Ambassadors receive a discount code to share with friends and family while earning commission on registrations.
<b>VOLUNTEER:</b>
Each volunteer time slot completed earns a <b>25% refund of your entry fee.</b> Sign up for 3 time slots and receive <b>75% back!</b>
Email us with your registered bracket, and we will help find volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule.
<b>SIGN UP EARLY:</b>
Registration prices increase one month before the event!
<b><u>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</u></b>
All matches will be submitted to <b>DUPR.</b> DUPR ratings will be reviewed to help prevent sandbagging.
<b>Ball:</b> Franklin X-40
Raffles for items such as paddles and other prizes will be held throughout the event!
<b>Both partners must register separately.</b>
The event reserves the right to shorten match formats if weather causes scheduling delays.
<b>Changing Partners:</b>
Partner changes must be communicated at least <b>1 day prior to the event.</b> Replacement partners must be registered in the same skill division.
<b>Important Partner Registration Policy:</b>
If you are playing in a doubles event and your partner does not register within <b>7 days of your registration,</b> you will automatically be moved to the waitlist.
Your spot in the main event will <b>not</b> be reserved.
Once both partners are registered and paid, you will be moved back into the main event if space is available. If the event has filled in the meantime, you will remain on the waitlist until a spot becomes available.
<b><u>What are you waiting for? Sign up now!</u></b>