World Pickleball Tour Brings Stamford Showdown: The World Pickleball Tour (WPT) is bringing its exciting tournament series to Stamford, Connecticut, in July 2025. The event will take place from July 18-20 at Pickleball America’s 13-court facility, promising an intense competition for amateur players across the country.
Tournament Overview
The Stamford Showdown is part of the WPT’s 2025 circuit, which will feature nearly 35 tournaments. The series is aimed at amateur pickleball players, providing them with opportunities to compete in “challenger” events. Medalists from these tournaments will be invited to the prestigious WPT Amateur Invitational Championships, where they will compete for a cash prize pool of $175,000.
Players will have the chance to participate in various skill and age brackets, ranging from 3.0-5.0, and age groups 19+, 30+, 40+, 50+, and 60+. The tournament will feature a round-robin format, ensuring that each player gets at least six matches.
Registration and Perks
Registration for the event is now open. Players can register for $70, with a fee increase to $80 starting on July 7. All participants will receive a WPT player swag bag, which includes a branded tote, hydration and nutrition items, court fashion accessories, and a World Tour DRIFIT t-shirt.
The tournament will run in waves at 8 AM, 12 PM, and 4 PM. Players can sign up for multiple events on the same day, as long as the start times do not overlap.
Event Schedule
The tournament will feature various events across three days:
- Friday: Men’s Singles, Women’s Doubles
- Saturday: Mixed Doubles
- Sunday: Men’s Doubles, Women’s Singles
Refund and Waitlist Information
Players who need to cancel their participation can receive a refund in the form of credits, minus a $30 processing fee. A waitlist system is also in place for doubles events, ensuring that teams can still compete if a partner registers late.
Venue and Parking
The event will be held at Pickleball America, located at 140 Atlantic Street in Stamford. Players and spectators will enjoy free parking at the venue.
Why This Tournament Matters
The World Pickleball Tour’s Stamford Showdown will give amateur players a rare opportunity to compete on a national level. With significant prize money at stake, the event is expected to attract some of the top talent in the sport. For pickleball fans, it’s a chance to see some of the best amateur players in the country go head-to-head in an exciting, high-energy competition.
The 2025 World Pickleball Tour promises to further grow the sport and provide amateur athletes with more opportunities to showcase their skills. This event, along with others in the series, is helping to push pickleball into the mainstream, drawing more players and fans to the sport.
News in Brief: World Pickleball Tour Brings Stamford Showdown
The World Pickleball Tour’s Stamford Showdown will take place from July 18-20, 2025, at Pickleball America’s 13-court facility in Connecticut. Amateur players can compete in various skill and age brackets, earning the chance to qualify for the WPT Amateur Invitational Championships with a $175,000 prize pool. Registration opens at $70, and players will receive exclusive swag bags. Free parking is available at the venue.
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