The World Pickleball Tour is coming back to Chicago in 2024!

From June 28-30, 2024, we'll be hosting a tournament at the beautiful, 21-court, Centre Court Athletic Club in Hanover Park, IL!

ABOUT THE WPT

The World Pickleball Tour is a strictly amateur tournament series that hosted 25 events in 2023 and is hosting nearly 35 in 2024.

All of our tournament stops are considered "challenger" events, as all Gold Medalists from our circuit are invited to the 2025 WPT Amateur Invitational Championships, which will pit the best amateur players in the country against each other as they compete for their share of the $175,000 CASH PURSE at the event!

We exist to grow the game at the grassroots level, and aim to provide high-quality, valuable, and memorable competitive experiences for you all, the amateur players. We look forward to seeing you at this event!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Skill/Age Brackets: 3.0-5.0; 19+, 30+, 40+, 50+, 60+ (70+ after registration close, if applicable). 18 and under can register for 19+.

Registration Perks: All players receive a WPT player swag bag: a reusable, branded tote that contains elevated giveaway items, hydration and nutrition essentials, court fashion accessories, other player necessities, and a World Tour DRIFIT t-shirt!

Format: This will be an unsanctioned, Round Robin-style event with 8 guaranteed matches (games to 11, win by 2).

Multiple Events/Same Day: Once registration closes and the schedule is created, players will have the opportunity to add another skill/age event to the same day of competition as long as the start times don't conflict. Unsure of what level to play or wishing to test out your skills at the next level up, now you can play two events in a single day!

Winners: All gold medalists earn an invitation to the 2024 championship event with a $175k cash purse. Silver and bronze medalists will also earn a spot on the waitlist for the 2024 championship event as well as any participate of a WPT event (in that order).

What are you waiting for? Sign up now! And don’t forget to follow the World Pickleball Tour on Facebook and Instagram (@worldpickleballtour)!

Happy Pickleballin'!

WAITLIST:

When registering for DOUBLES, the second signed up teammate MUST register within 2 days of the first player. If a teammate does not register within the specified time limit then the first player will be placed on the waiting list automatically. Emails will go out to both players when this happens. Once the second teammate registers they will be moved off the waiting list IF there is still room in the event.

BRACKET MAX:

If a bracket reaches the initial 9-player/team limit, please add yourself to the waitlist. Brackets will be expanded up to 11-players/teams if there is space available in the event day. Brackets that do not max out at 11 could be combined to provide the best possible playing experience for all participants. The manner in which they would be combined will be determined at the close of registration. If brackets are combined, medals will be awarded based upon overall placing NOT the skill/age category players registered for.

TOURNAMENT COST: include a registration fee ($80-150; depending on the period) and a per event fee of $35 of singles events and $50 for doubles events.

SCHEDULE:

Will be posted on the tournament website on Monday, June 24, 2024 by 11:59p PST. WPT events run in waves (10am, 2pm, and 6pm). Brackets are assigned to times based upon number of registrants, therefore, times can not be established until registration closes. Players/teams will be permitted to sign-up for a 2nd bracket on the same day (the weekend after registration closes), if the times do not conflict.

EVENTS:

Friday: Mens Singles / Womens Doubles

Saturday: Mixed Doubles

Sunday: Mens Doubles / Womens Singles

REFUND/ CANCELLATION POLICY

Player withdraw Policy:

Participants who wish to withdraw from the tournament may opt for the following options:

Credit to a future tournament: A withdrawal made at least 7 days prior to the tournament will result in a $30 processing fee, with the remaining balance credited toward a future tournament.

Please note that withdrawals made within 7 days of the tournament will not be eligible for a refund. Participants are encouraged to plan accordingly and notify the organizers of any withdrawal requests in a timely manner.

Event Cancellation Policy:

In the event of a cancellation for reasons other than inclement weather, the following refund policy applies:

Full Refund: Participants will receive a 100% refund in USD for the registration fee paid for the event.

$30 Credit for WPT Challenger Event: Additionally, participants will receive a $30 credit applicable exclusively towards a future WPT challenger event. This credit must be utilized by the end of the calendar year.

We aim to ensure a player-friendly approach, prioritizing fair treatment for all participants. In the event of cancellation, we strive to provide options that positively impact participants' future engagements with our events.

Weather Cancellation Policy:

In the event of inclement weather that is deemed beyond the control of both the WPT and event venue, the following policy will be implemented:

Event Fee Refund: Participants will receive a full refund of the event fee paid.

Credit to a Future Tournament: Additionally, participants will be offered credit to be applied towards a future tournament hosted by the WPT.

We understand the impact adverse weather conditions can have on event participation and strive to provide equitable solutions for all participants affected by such circumstances.

Please contact the Tournament Director via pickleball brackets with questions regarding the policies outlined above or to claim a refund.

**Please note that by registering for the tournament you are agreeing to the above refund policy**