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Mega Winter Classic
Mega Winter Classic
Tournament Description
Join us for our first annual Mega Winter Classic pickleball tournament! We anticipate a fun weekend of pickleball, food and competition!
All divisions start and finish IN A SINGLE DAY.
Competitive Play for all skill level divisions
- All teams will play in pool play first to determine seeding. Pool play matches will be 1 game to 11.
- Skill division winners will be determined via single elimination bracket after pool play. Bracket matches will be 1 game to 15. Any medal rounds will be 2 out of 3 games to 11 points.
- All teams get a minimum of 4 games.
Competitive Play for open divisions
- All teams will play in a double-elimination bracket. Main Draw matches will be 2 out of 3 games to 11 points while all back draw matches will be 1 game to 15 points.
- All teams get two guaranteed matches or a minimum of 3 games.
Pricing: $40 per individual for skill division. $75 per individual for open divisions.
Tournament Schedule
Saturday
- Men's Doubles 3.0 (Cancelled)
- Women's Doubles 3.0 (8am)
- Men's Doubles 3.5 (8am)
- Women's Doubles 3.5 (10am)
- Men's Doubles 4.0 (2:30pm)
- Women's Doubles 4.0 (Cancelled)
- Men's Doubles 4.5 (11am)
- Women's Doubles 4.5 (Cancelled)
- Men's Doubles 5.0 (12pm)
- Women's Doubles 5.0 (Cancelled)
- Men's Doubles Open - $1750 purse (Cancelled)
- Women's Doubles Open - $1750 purse (Cancelled)
Sunday
- Mixed Doubles 3.0 (8am)
- Mixed Doubles 3.5 (11am)
- Mixed Doubles 4.0 (8am)
- Mixed Doubles 4.5 (8am)
- Mixed Doubles 5.0 (Cancelled)
- Mixed Doubles Open - $1750 purse (11am)
Divisions can start as early as 8am and as late as 6pm. Specific division times will be released 2-5 days before the event, once registration numbers have been finalized.
Choosing the Correct Skill Division:
- Sign up for the division matching your HIGHER skilled player. For example, if Player A is 3.6 and Player B is 3.9, choose the 4.0 division (3.75 – 4.25).
- The tournament Director WILL adjust teams to ensure fair competition. Please sign up for the correct division to make this easier for us.
- DUPR rating is NOT required. We may reach-out to unrated players to confirm the correct division.
Additional Information
- DUPR Scores WILL be recorded for all amateur divisions this tournament. It will NOT be recorded for Pro/Open divisions.
-Prizes given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
-In the interest of maintaining the tournament schedule, the Pickleball Director reserves the right to adjust scoring rules as needed. However, any adjustments will be announced and applied consistently across all matches.
-The Mega Winter Classic is part 1 of a 3 part tournament series. Second will be our Mega Summer Classic followed by the Mega Series Finale in the Winter. (Dates to be announced)
-Win Gold and entry for our Summer Classic Tournament is FREE. If you win Gold in all 3 tournaments in this series, the prize money for the Series Finale is DOUBLED!
Refund Policy
Full refund until a week prior (Saturday, February 8th)
50% refund February 8th through February 15th
No refunds after registration closes
Prize Money
$1,750 total prize money for each open division.
1st place $1,000
2nd place $500
3rd place $250
Weather
This is an indoor tournament.
Health & Safety
Participation is at your own risk. The tournament organizers are not responsible for any injuries or accidents sustained during the event.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, please adhere to the following:
- Consult your doctor before participating, especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
- Warm-up and stretch thoroughly before playing to prevent injuries.
- Stay hydrated throughout the tournament by drinking plenty of water.
- Wear proper attire and footwear: Closed-toe court shoes are mandatory.
- Be aware of your surroundings: Avoid collisions with other players, court hazards, and equipment.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with your opponents and teammates.
- Play within your limits: Don't attempt risky maneuvers that could lead to injury.
- Report any unsafe conditions to the tournament organizers immediately.
- Listen to your body: If you experience any pain or discomfort, stop playing and seek medical attention.
By participating in this tournament, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Health & Safety policy.