The Columbus Classic 2025 Pickleball Tournament will take place from May 1-4, 2025, at Pickle & Chill in Columbus, Ohio. This highly anticipated amateur event promises intense competition, as matches are played alongside professional Major League Pickleball teams. Registration is open now and closes on April 24, 2025.
Event Overview
Amateur players will compete in a PPA-style bracket format, which mirrors the structure of other major amateur events. The tournament will feature both skill-level and age-group divisions, ensuring a wide range of participants. Matches will be held on 10 hardcourt surfaces, with the Vulcan VPRO Flight Outdoor ball being used. The venue, located at 880 W Henderson Rd, will offer indoor play in a well-equipped setting.
Tournament Format
For skill levels 5.0 and 4.5, the competition will follow a Double Elimination with No Come-Around format, meaning that once a team loses, they can no longer compete for Gold but can aim for Bronze. Matches in the main draw will be best of three games, each to 11 points, with a two-point win margin. Consolation rounds will be played as single games to 15 points, also requiring a two-point win margin.
For skill levels 4.0, 3.5, and 3.0, a round-robin format with playoffs will be used if the event has 12 or fewer teams or players. The playoffs will determine the top three finishers.
Sign-Up Information
Registration for the Columbus Classic began on December 18, 2024, and costs $95 to enter. Players have until April 24, 2025, to sign up. The registration fee covers all tournament-related costs.
Volunteer and Referee Opportunities
Volunteers and referees are encouraged to sign up for the event. Referees will have the opportunity to oversee both professional and amateur matches, while volunteers will help with various event operations.
Refund and Insurance Policy
If participants need to cancel, they must do so by April 3, 2025, to receive a refund minus a $25 processing fee. A Registration & Weather Insurance Policy is available for purchase, covering cancellations after this deadline, including cases related to weather.
Venue Details
Pickle & Chill, the venue for the tournament, offers a variety of amenities, including a pickleball-specific surface and ample parking, though parking fees may apply. The indoor courts and portable nets will ensure high-quality play throughout the event.
This event is expected to bring top-level pickleball action to Columbus, creating an exciting atmosphere for fans and players alike.
News in Brief: Columbus Classic 2025
The Columbus Classic Pickleball Tournament will be held from May 1-4, 2025, at Pickle & Chill in Columbus, Ohio. The event features amateur players competing in a PPA-style bracket format alongside Major League Pickleball teams. With both skill-level and age-group divisions, participants will compete on 10 hardcourt surfaces using Vulcan VPRO Flight Outdoor balls. The competition follows Double Elimination and round-robin formats, offering opportunities for Bronze and Gold medals. Registration is $95 and closes on April 24, 2025. Volunteers and referees are encouraged to join, and a weather insurance policy is available for purchase.
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