Spectrum of Joy welcomes you to their 2024 Pickleball Tournament!

This is a MMP USA Pickleball Sanctioned Round Robin Pickleball Tournament with playoffs for Gold/Silver/ Bronze Medals.

USA Pickleball membership is required (see usapickleball.org to join). Valid USAPA membership number required in order to register.

Players may play in skill level events at, or 1.0 above, their current UTPR or initial self-rating at the time of registration.

September 10/16/24 - Saturday - Men's & Women's Doubles (all ages)

September 10/17/24 - Sunday - Mixed Doubles (all ages)

This skill/age tournament will play all events in a round robin format with playoffs and referees for all pre-medal matches and the Gold/Silver/Bronze Medal rounds. The initial age brackets are 60+ and under 60 (19+). ***Juniors 14 and up may play in 19+ events. Additional age brackets may be added based on registrations.*** Based on entries, divisions may need to be combined within skills and age groups. Example 3.0/3.5 50-59, 60-69 & 70+.

***All gold medal matches are offered at 2/3-11 win by 2 unless the TD needs to make a change due to weather/time issues. We will offer the 1-15 win by 2 as an alternative on a case-by-case basis***

3 teams are a double round robin 1-15 win by 2 switch ends at 8 - all teams to playoffs. The top team based on results will have a bye while the bronze match of the 2nd & 3rd place teams play the bronze match 1-15 win by 2. The winner of that goes to play the gold match with the team that was on the bye.

4 to 9 teams are pool dependent games either 1-11 win by 2 switch at 6 or 1-15 win by 2 switch at 8. The top four teams move forward to the playoffs. 1 v 4 & 2 v 3 all requiring a referee. Winners play each other for Gold best 2/3 -11 win by 2 switch at 6. Both non winners play for Bronze 1-15 win by 2 switch at 8 format.

10 or more teams are split into pools. The matches depend on the number of teams (see above). Only the top two from each pool move forward. It’s a crisscross playoff. Pool 1 1st team vs Pool 2 2nd team and at the same time Pool 1 2nd team vs Pool 2 1st team. Those games are 1-15 win by 2 switch at 8. Winners play each other for Gold best 2/3 -11 win by 2 switch at 6. Both non winners play for Bronze 1-15 win by 2 switch at 8 format.

Tournament Director reserves the right to combine or split events, or close events when courts are at capacity even if an event is not full, and change format based on enrollment.

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR: Mary Lentz & ______.

Join us for the 2024 Spectrum of Joy Pickleball Tournament, a fun and energetic event aimed at raising awareness and support for children with autism. Hosted by Spectrum of Joy, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing education and resources for children on the autism spectrum, this tournament is not only about friendly competition but also about making a meaningful impact. All proceeds from the event will go toward funding specialized educational programs, tools, and therapies that empower children with autism to thrive. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, come out to support a great cause and enjoy a day filled with fun, community, and purpose!

Spectrum of Joy is a newly opened school that offers an inclusive learning environment for all children, with a special focus on supporting children with autism. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and individualized education that empowers students to reach their full potential. By incorporating specialized programs, therapies, and teaching methods tailored to children on the autism spectrum, we aim to create a space where every child can thrive. At Spectrum of Joy, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, making sure that every student feels valued and supported on their unique educational journey.

This tournament has a no refund policy.

Any weather related delays will be emailed and posted on this page.