The World Pickleball Tour (WPT) will host its Sacramento Showdown 2025 from October 10-12, 2025, at Life Time Folsom in Folsom, California. The event will feature top amateur players from across the nation competing in various skill and age categories.
Tournament Overview
The WPT is a series of strictly amateur tournaments. In 2025, the tour will feature nearly 35 events, including the Sacramento Showdown. This tournament is part of the “challenger” tour, where medalists earn invitations to the WPT Amateur Invitational Championships, competing for a $175,000 cash prize.
Gold, silver, and bronze medalists from previous events will receive discounted registration fees for the championship event.
Key Details for Participants
Players can compete in multiple skill/age brackets ranging from 3.0-5.0, with age groups including 19+, 30+, 40+, 50+, and 60+. Younger players (18 and under) can register for the 19+ category. Each participant will receive a swag bag containing a WPT branded tote, essentials like hydration items, and a DRIFIT t-shirt.
The event follows a round-robin format, guaranteeing six matches for every player. Matches will be played to 11 points, with a win-by-2 rule. Players can register for multiple events on the same day, provided the schedules do not overlap.
Schedule and Events
The tournament will be held at Life Time Folsom, a premier venue with 16 courts. The schedule is as follows:
- Friday: Men’s Singles / Women’s Doubles
- Saturday: Mixed Doubles
- Sunday: Men’s Doubles / Women’s Singles
The WPT will provide giveaways during the event, including luxury bags and paddles, which will be raffled off. Participants will also have the opportunity to compete for prizes.
Registration and Fees
Registration opens on May 1, 2024, with a fee of $80. Prices will increase to $100 after October 6, 2025. Additional fees of $30 per event will apply. Players can register for doubles events, but both teammates must sign up within two days to avoid being placed on a waitlist.
Parking and Venue Information
The event will take place outdoors at Life Time Folsom, located at 110 Healthy Way in Folsom, CA. The facility offers free parking, though matches may be impacted by inclement weather, as there is no indoor backup plan.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Participants who cancel their registration will receive a refund in the form of credits for future events, minus a $30 processing fee.
Looking Ahead
The Sacramento Showdown promises to be an exciting addition to the World Pickleball Tour, bringing together top amateur players for competitive action in one of California’s premier sports venues. The tournament’s focus on growing the game at the grassroots level highlights its importance for amateur pickleball players across the nation.
News in Brief: Sacramento Showdown 2025
The World Pickleball Tour’s Sacramento Showdown 2025 will take place at Life Time Folsom, California, from October 10-12, 2025. Top amateur players will compete across multiple skill and age categories.
Registration opens May 1, 2024, with a chance to earn an invitation to the WPT Amateur Invitational Championships. The pickleball event promises intense competition and prizes.
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