The Lightning Pickleball Club is gearing up for its most anticipated event of the season: the March Pickle Madness Tournament, which promises to be bigger and better than ever. Set against the backdrop of Niagara Academy of Tennis in Vineland, Ontario, the tournament will run from March 7 to March 9, 2025. Registration has officially opened on December 6, 2024, with spots filling up fast. The final registration deadline is March 3, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST.
Competition Breakdown and Format
This year’s tournament will feature Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles events, as well as Men’s and Women’s Singles divisions. The format will kick off with round-robin play, where teams will be seeded for a single-elimination medal round.
The top teams will compete for gold and bronze medals, with the gold medal matches played as a best-of-three series to 11, and all other matches to 15, win by 2. The tournament will follow the standard IFP/Pickleball Canada rules, ensuring competitive play from start to finish.
Event Details and Registration
The first pickleball event will cost CAD 65, with each additional event priced at CAD 25. It’s important to note that registration for a spot in the tournament isn’t final until both players are fully registered and paid.
Partners must complete their registration within five days of the first player’s submission to avoid being placed on the waitlist. As part of the event, all players will compete with the Franklin X-40 Optic Indoor ball, ensuring consistent play throughout the tournament.
Venue and Amenities
The event will be held at the Niagara Academy of Tennis, located at 3373 First Ave, Vineland, ON. This venue offers ample free parking, with overflow parking available nearby. With indoor courts at the ready, players won’t have to worry about weather interruptions during the competition.
Refund Policy
In the case of withdrawal, players can receive a full refund, minus a $10 service fee, provided the withdrawal occurs before the tournament date.
News in Brief: Lightning Pickleball Club
The Lightning Pickleball Club’s March Pickle Madness Tournament will take place from March 7 to March 9, 2025, at Niagara Academy of Tennis in Vineland, Ontario. The event will feature Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles, alongside Singles divisions.
Registration is open now through March 3, 2025, with a CAD 65 fee for the first event and CAD 25 for each additional. All matches will follow IFP/Pickleball Canada rules and will use Franklin X-40 Optic Indoor balls. Full refunds (minus a $10 service fee) are available for withdrawals before the event.
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