The Nutmeg Fall Pickleball Classic is an exciting doubles and mixed doubles tournament hosted by the Connecticut Sports Management Group. Scheduled for October 19-20, 2024, this pickleball event will take place at the Lyme Shores Tennis and Conditioning Center in East Lyme, Connecticut. Players of all ages and skill levels can look forward to thrilling matches.
- Event Name: Nutmeg Fall Classic
- Location: Lyme Shores Tennis and Conditioning Center, 22 Colton Rd, East Lyme, CT 06333
- Dates: October 19-20, 2024
- Tournament Director: Janice Pauly
Divisional Play for Young Adults and Seniors
The pickleball tournament will feature Young Adult and Adult Division events for players under 55 years old on Saturday, October 19, while Senior Division events for players aged 55 and up will take place on Sunday, October 20.
Mixed Doubles matches are set to begin at 8:00 AM, followed by Men’s and Women’s Doubles in the afternoon. Senior players are encouraged to compete with younger partners on Saturday, in addition to their events on Sunday.
- Schedule:
- October 19: Young Adult and Adult Division events (under 55)
- October 20: Senior Division events (55 and up)
- Mixed Doubles Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Men’s and Women’s Doubles: Afternoon
Tournament Format and Skill Level Registration
Pickleball tournament will adopt a round-robin format for all events, with a limited number of teams. In cases where a category has a large number of teams, the event may be divided into two pools, with playoffs for the top teams from each.
Participants must register by skill level, and those with significant entries may be divided into age-specific playing brackets. Teams must compete in the age group of the younger partner, and pickleball players must sign up at the skill level of their higher-rated partner.
- Format: Round robin for all events.
- Brackets: May be split by age if necessary.
- Skill Level Registration: Higher-rated partner’s skill level must be used.
Registration Fees and Partner Registration Policy
The registration fee is set at $60 for one event, with an additional cost of $15 for each extra event. A non-refundable PickleballBrackets.com software fee of $5 applies for one event, increasing to $10 for multiple events.
To secure a guaranteed spot in the tournament, the second partner must register within five days of the first partner’s registration; otherwise, the team will be moved to the waiting list.
- Registration Fees:
- $60 for one event
- $15 for additional events
- Non-refundable software fee: $5 (one event), $10 (multiple events)
- Partner Registration: Second partner must register within 5 days.
Paddle Requirements and Refund Policy
All paddles used in the tournament must be approved by USA Pickleball. Regarding the refund policy, no refunds will be given for withdrawals from an event or for failure to secure a partner. Refunds minus a $10 processing fee and the PickleballBrackets.com fee are available for withdrawals made before registration closes on October 9, 2024.
- Paddle Regulations: Must be USA Pickleball approved
- Refund Policy: No refunds for withdrawals after registration closes.
Venue Information and Tournament Logistics
The tournament will take place indoors at the Lyme Shores Tennis and Conditioning Center, which features a tennis hardcourt surface and 20 courts. The venue does not anticipate any weather-related delays as all matches will be held inside. Players can enjoy free parking at the facility during the event.
- Venue: Lyme Shores Tennis and Conditioning Center
- Surface Type: Tennis hardcourt surface
- Indoor Play Area: Yes
- Number of Courts: 20
- Parking: No fee
News in Brief: Nutmeg Fall Pickleball Classic
The 2024 Nutmeg Fall Classic, hosted by the Connecticut Sports Management Group, will take place from October 19-20 at the Lyme Shores Tennis and Conditioning Center in East Lyme, CT. The pickleball tournament features separate events for young adults and seniors, with a round-robin format and skill-level registration.
Registration fees start at $60, and paddles must be USA Pickleball approved. The indoor pickleball venue will not experience weather delays, ensuring smooth play across 20 courts. Registration closes on October 9, 2024, with limited player spots available.
