Houston’s Elite Clear Lake Open: The Elite Clear Lake Open will take place from February 7-9, 2025, at the Clear Lake Elite Pickleball Club in Houston, Texas. The event will feature singles, mixed doubles, and gender-specific doubles competitions for players of all skill levels. The tournament will be held at the club’s brand-new air-conditioned indoor facility, which has 14 courts. The registration deadline is February 6, 2025.
Tournament Overview
The Elite Clear Lake Open offers various divisions based on skill level, from beginners to advanced players. Age-specific categories are also available, including a Senior 50+ doubles bracket. The event will follow a pool-round-robin format, with the top teams advancing to the playoffs. All match scores will be reported to the DUPR system, affecting player ratings.
Registration fees are $25 until January 29, 2025, after which the price increases to $35. Late registration will cost $45 until the February 6 cutoff. Players can sign up for multiple events with a single registration fee.
Event Schedule
The competition will begin on Friday, February 7, with singles play and senior 50+ doubles events. Saturday, February 8, will focus on gender-specific doubles, and Sunday, February 9, will feature mixed doubles competitions.
The tournament will start each day with matches for different skill levels, with specific times for each bracket.
- Friday, February 7: Singles and Senior 50+ Doubles
- Saturday, February 8: Gender Doubles
- Sunday, February 9: Mixed Doubles
Registration and Bracket Details
Players must register according to their DUPR rating, which ranges from beginner (non-rated to 2.99) to open (5.0+). If players do not have a partner, they are encouraged to contact the tournament organizers for assistance.
Food and Amenities
Registered players will receive food each day of the tournament. Spectators can also purchase food from the front desk. The club is working on securing a liquor license and plans to offer a juice bar. Players are allowed to bring their own beverages (BYOB) in the meantime.
Refund Policy
Refunds are available for players who withdraw before February 1, 2025, minus a small fee. No refunds will be issued for withdrawals due to DUPR adjustments after that date. Refunds will be processed after the event to avoid any mix-ups.
Venue Information
The tournament will be held at the Clear Lake Elite Pickleball Club, located at 2323 Clear Lake City Blvd, Houston, Texas. The facility is indoor, ensuring that weather conditions will not disrupt the competition. Parking is free, but limited, so carpooling is encouraged.
News in Brief: Houston’s Elite Clear Lake Open
The Elite Clear Lake Open will be held from February 7-9, 2025, at Clear Lake Elite Pickleball Club in Houston, Texas. Featuring singles, mixed doubles, and gender-specific doubles, the event offers various skill and age divisions, including Senior 50+ doubles. Registration is open until February 6, 2025, with fees ranging from $25 to $45. Matches will be played in a round-robin format.
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