Date and Venue
- Date: August 10, 2024
- Venue: East Lake Tennis and Pickleball Courts 730 East Lake Rd NE, Airdrie, Alberta T4A 2J5, Canada
Skill Level
The tournament will feature a skill-based structure:
- 2.99 and under, any age
- 3.0-3.49 for ages 59 and under, and 60+
- 3.5-3.99 for ages 59 and under, and 60+
- 4.0+ for any age
Format
This will include Round Robin format pool-play, with the top two teams from each pool advancing to the next round. Matches in pool play and pre-medal rounds will be a single game to 15, win by 2. Gold medal matches will be best two-out-of-three games to 11, win by 2.
How to Register
Registration for the 2024 APC Doubles Summer Blast Tournament will close on August 5, 2024, at midnight MST. Participants must be members of Pickleball Canada to compete. The registration fee is $50 for APC members and $60 for non-members, with players responsible for any additional PB Brackets fees. Registration within the specified window is important.
Awards and Recognition
Prizes will be awarded to the top teams in each skill bracket. Details on specific prize amounts or types will be announced closer to the event date. All players will receive recognition for their participation, with special accolades for those who excel in their divisions. Stay tuned for updates on prize specifics and ceremony details.
Important Details
The tournament will be held outdoors, so anticipate hot weather and prepare accordingly with ample hydration. Parking is free but limited; carpooling is recommended. Note that overnight camping or parking is not permitted. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own shade and chairs as there will be no seating available at the courts.
Venue Information
- East Lake Tennis and Pickleball Courts 730 East Lake Rd NE, Airdrie, Alberta T4A 2J5
- Surface: Hardcourt
- Play Area: Outdoor Non-Covered
- Net Type: Permanent
- Ball Used: Franklin X Pickleball
- Number of Courts: 6
- Genesis Place 800 East Lake Boulevard NE, Airdrie, Alberta T4A 2K9
- Surface: Not Specified
- Play Area: Not Specified
- Net Type: Portable
- Number of Courts: 9
News in Brief: Doubles Summer Blast Tournament 2024
The 2024 APC Doubles Summer Blast Tournament is set for August 10 at East Lake Tennis and Pickleball Courts in Airdrie, Alberta. Open to players aged 12 and up, the event requires participants to be Pickleball Canada members. Registration opens on July 10 at 8:00 a.m. MST and closes on August 5 at midnight MST. Fees are $50 for APC members and $60 for non-members, with additional PB Brackets fees. The tournament features a Round Robin format, with top teams advancing to subsequent rounds. Prizes will be awarded for each skill bracket. The outdoor event will be held on hardcourt surfaces, and attendees should prepare for hot weather. Limited parking is available; carpooling is encouraged.
Also Read: Indoor Pickleball Club at Newtown Shopping Center is Set to Open
