The DUPR Collegiate Virginia Beach Super Regional is set to take place on September 28-29, 2024, at Pickleball Virginia Beach. This exciting event marks the debut of collegiate pickleball at a Major League Pickleball (MLP) venue, reflecting DUPR’s growing partnership with the UPA. With registration open until September 18, teams are encouraged to register early for a chance to compete in this highly anticipated tournament.
Details
- Date: September 28-29, 2024
- Location: Pickleball Virginia Beach, 928 South Birdneck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
- Registration Deadline: September 18, 2024
- Registration Fee: $49.00 per player (teams must register and pay together).
Format
- Format: Team Pickleball with Set Partner Pool Play and Single Elimination Brackets.
- Teams: 4-6 players per team.
- Games: Women’s, Men’s, and Mixed Doubles.
- Group Structure:
- Top 16 Teams: Divided into four groups of four, with the top 2 teams from each group advancing to playoffs.
- Teams Outside Top 16: Grouped into sets of at least 4, the top 8 from these groups advance to separate quarterfinals.
Prizes
- Total Prize Pool: $2250
- Team Bracket Awards: $1000 for 1st place, $500 for 2nd, $250 for 3rd and 4th places.
- Challenger Bracket Award: $250 for 1st place.
Challenger Bracket and Additional Information
- Format: Group play on September 28, followed by playoffs on September 29.
- Eligibility: Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles teams; if enough teams register, groups may be separated.
- Restrictions: Players may participate in either the Team Bracket or the Challenger Bracket, but not both.
- Schools: Can enter multiple teams in both brackets.
Schedule
- September 28: Group Play Rounds from 11:30 AM to 7 PM.
- September 29: Playoff Rounds from 8 AM to 2 PM.
Eligibility Requirements
- Student Status: Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 college credits
- Team Composition: Players must be from the same school
- Geographic Restrictions: None; clubs can participate in multiple Super Regionals
Scholarship Awards and Contact Information
A total of $2250 in scholarships will be awarded, with $1000 for 1st place, $500 for 2nd, and $250 for 3rd and 4th places in the Team Bracket. The Challenger Bracket winner will receive $250. This tournament, added to the calendar beyond the initial eight Super Regionals for 2024, offers a unique opportunity for collegiate teams.
News in Brief: DUPR Collegiate Virginia Beach Super Regional
The DUPR Collegiate Virginia Beach Super Regional, set for September 28-29, 2024, will debut collegiate pickleball at a Major League Pickleball venue. The tournament offers a $2250 prize pool and four bids to the 2024 Collegiate National Championship.
Registration is open until September 18. In addition to the Team Bracket, a Challenger Bracket will provide further competition. Scholarships will be awarded to top teams in both brackets.
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