The Brown Family YMCA will host the 2025 Snowball Smash Pickleball Tournament from February 28 to March 2 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. This DUPR-rated event features various doubles and mixed doubles matches, offering players of all skill levels a chance to compete.
Event Details
Registration begins on December 11, 2024, at 8:00 AM EST, and closes on February 14, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST. The base entry fee is $40, with an additional $10 for each event. Players registering before February 14 will receive a free tournament t-shirt.
The tournament includes matches for youth, teens, and adults in various age groups and skill levels, ranging from 2.5 to 4.5 DUPR ratings. Brackets with fewer than four teams will be merged to ensure competitive play.
Tournament Format
Matches will follow a round-robin format with playoffs. All games will be played to 15 points, with teams switching sides after one team reaches six points.
Schedule Highlights
- Feb. 28: Youth doubles (10-19 years) and seniors 65+ doubles.
- Mar. 1: Adult doubles under 50 and 50-65 years.
- Mar. 2: Mixed doubles across all age groups and skill levels.
Brackets will be adjusted based on registration numbers. Scores will be submitted to DUPR using Pickleball Brackets software.
Weather and Refund Policies
The pickleball event will continue despite adverse weather, with lit courts allowing matches to run until 9 PM if needed. Refunds will be issued only for withdrawals before February 14, subject to a $5 service fee.
Amenities and Access
The Brown Family YMCA offers free parking, with courts located at the far end of the lot. Participants are encouraged to bring their equipment and supplies.
The Snowball Smash serves as a community-building event, bringing together players and families to enjoy the sport. Organizers hope this tournament will attract newcomers and seasoned players.
With competitive play, friendship, and inclusivity at its core, the 2025 Snowball Smash promises an exciting weekend for pickleball enthusiasts.
News in Brief: Snowball Smash Pickleball Tournament
The 2025 Snowball Smash Pickleball Tournament will take place from February 28 to March 2 at the Brown Family YMCA in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
Open to players of all ages and skill levels, the DUPR-rated event features doubles and mixed doubles matches. Registration runs until February 14, with competitive play and community inclusivity emphasized.