Pickleball Showdown in Allentown: The Pickleball Showdown will take place from February 14 to February 16, 2025, at the St. Luke’s SportsPlex in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This exciting pickleball tournament will feature singles, doubles, and mixed events across various skill levels, ranging from 3.0 to 4.5+, with prize money for the top 4.5+ divisions. Players of all skill levels will have the chance to compete for prizes like paddles, bags, and hats.
Tournament Overview
The Pickleball Showdown promises to be an action-packed event at Pickleball Lehigh Valley’s St. Luke’s SportsPlex, which boasts 12 indoor, dedicated pickleball courts. Competitors can participate in open-level and pro events, which will use double elimination brackets for the winners’ bracket.
Matches will be best 2 out of 3 games to 11 points in the winners’ bracket and one game to 15 points in the consolation bracket. Amateur events will follow a round-robin format, with the top teams advancing to the playoffs.
Registration and Fees
Registration for the tournament opened on November 8, 2024, and will close on February 9, 2025. The cost for registering is $65, with additional fees for specific events: $25 for amateur events and $60 for pro/open level events. There is also a $5 service fee per event, with a maximum of $10. All registrants will receive a free tournament T-shirt.
Prize Money and Refund Policy
For the 4.5+ open level events, $35 from each entry fee will contribute to the prize pool. Gold medalists will receive 60% of the prize money, silver medalists 25%, and bronze medalists 15%. For example, if 50 players sign up for an event, the total prize pool would be $1,750, with the gold team receiving $1,050.
Refunds are available until January 14, 2025, with full refunds minus the service fee. After that date, 50% refunds are available until February 7, 2025. No refunds will be issued after February 7.
Additional Details
The tournament is held indoors, so weather conditions will not affect play. In case of extreme weather, participants will be notified of any schedule changes. The Pickleball Showdown promises to offer competitive play, great prizes, and a fantastic time for all attendees.
News in Brief: Pickleball Showdown in Allentown
The Pickleball Showdown, held from February 14-16, 2025, in Allentown, PA, will feature singles, doubles, and mixed events for various skill levels. Players compete for prizes, including paddles and bags, with cash awards for top 4.5+ divisions. Registration is open until February 9, 2025, with a $65 entry fee.
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