The Coimbatore Pickleball Championship will take place on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the PlayAll Sports Arena at Hindusthan College of Arts & Science in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Organized by PlayAll, this tournament offers players the chance to compete for trophies and cash prizes totaling ₹25,000.
The pickleball tournament begins at 11:00 AM IST and will run into the night, wrapping up by midnight on May 5. Players can compete in singles or doubles across five categories. The event is open to all ages, with a specific division for men’s doubles 50+.
Event Categories and Structure
The championship features the following categories:
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Men’s Singles Open
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Women’s Singles Open
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Men’s Doubles Open
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Mixed Doubles Open
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Men’s Doubles 50+ (combined age must be 50+, minimum individual age is 25)
All matches will follow a league format before moving into knockout rounds. Each player is guaranteed at least two matches. The men’s doubles 50+ category is designed to encourage older participants to showcase their skills and experience. The mixed doubles category invites teamwork between male and female players of all levels.
Entry Details and Prize Money
Entry fees are set at ₹650 for singles and ₹1300 for doubles.
The prize distribution is as follows:
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Singles Winner: ₹3000 + trophy
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Singles Runner-up: ₹1500 + trophy
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Doubles Winner: ₹6000 + trophy
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Doubles Runner-up: ₹3000 + trophy
For players to receive the full cash prize, each category must have at least nine entries. The minimum overall participation required to unlock the total prize pool of ₹25,000 is six entries. Entries will close on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
Location and Schedule
The event will be hosted at PlayAll Sports Arena, located inside the Hindusthan College of Arts & Science campus, behind Nava India in Udayampalayam, Coimbatore. The location is easily accessible via Avinashi Road. The first match begins at 11:00 AM IST on May 4, and the tournament ends by 12:00 AM IST on May 5.
Why It Matters
This championship offers local pickleball players a professional platform to test their skills and win big. It also helps to grow interest in the sport in Tamil Nadu. With a guaranteed number of matches and exciting prizes, the event could attract beginners and seasoned athletes.
As the number of pickleball players increases across India, events like this serve as key touchpoints for building community and competition. The Coimbatore Pickleball Championship could inspire similar events in other cities.
News in Brief: Coimbatore Pickleball Championship
The Coimbatore Pickleball Championship is set for May 4, 2025, at PlayAll Sports Arena. With five open categories and ₹25,000 in cash prizes, the event guarantees each player at least two matches. Entries close on May 3.
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