The Smash N Dash Pickleball Tournament is scheduled to bring excitement and competitive play to Prince George on September 7 and 8. With a $30.00 entry fee per event, this tournament will cater to all intermediate and advanced players.
Smash N Dash Pickleball Tournament Details
- Date: September 7 & 8
- Entry Fee: $30.00 per event
- Registration Deadline: August 31 (no late registrations will be accepted)
Registration Information
Participants are allowed to register for one level per category, choosing either intermediate or advanced. They can compete in men’s/ladies’ doubles and mixed doubles, with a maximum of two events per player. Players need to find their partners before registration, as both players must register to participate.
Smash N Dash Pickleball Tournament Format and Rules
The tournament will use a round-robin format with games played to 15 points. Following this, there will be a single knockout stage with a consolation round, where matches are best of three games to 11 points, win by 2.
Key rules include:
- Service Decision: Service will be determined by Rock, Paper, Scissors, with the winner choosing either the side or the serve.
- Switching Ends: Teams will switch ends at 8 points during the round-robin phase and at 6 points in a third game of the best-of-three knockout if needed.
- Time-Outs: Each team is permitted one 1-minute time-out per set. An injury time-out of up to 5 minutes can be used and may be combined with the 1-minute time-out if necessary. If a player cannot return after the injury time-out expires, the match will be forfeited.
- Aggressive Play: Actions that intimidate opponents, such as excessively loud yelling or intentionally slamming the ball into a weaker opponent, will not be tolerated. Disciplinary actions include a warning, loss of a point or serve, and possible disqualification.
Sportsmanship and Tie Breakers
Players are responsible for making line calls on their side of the court. Opponents may only provide opinions if asked, and players should monitor their partners for service foot faults and kitchen violations. Disputed calls will result in a replay of the point.
Tie-breakers will be determined by:
- Wins/Losses
- Head-to-Head results
- Points For
- Points Against
- Tournament Director’s discretion
Additional Information
Lunch and snacks will be provided during the tournament. For updates on when divisions will commence, participants should check the Prince George Pickleball Facebook page.
Participants are encouraged to register by August 31 to ensure their spots in this highly anticipated event and prepare to show their pickleball skills.
News in Brief: Smash N Dash Pickleball Tournament
The Smash ‘N’ Dash Pickleball Tournament will be held on September 7 and 8, with an entry fee of $30.00 per event. Players can register for one level (intermediate or advanced) and participate in up to two events: men’s/ladies’ doubles and mixed doubles. Registration closes on August 31, and no late entries will be accepted.
The tournament features a round-robin format followed by a single knockout with a consolation round. Aggressive play is not tolerated, and players are responsible for their line calls. Lunch and snacks will be provided, with updates available on the Prince George Pickleball Facebook page.
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