Pickleball players aged 50 and over will gather at the SPARC in Homer, Alaska, for the first-ever Cosmic Hamlet Senior Open. Scheduled for April 5-6, 2025, this tournament will feature competitive doubles play across multiple skill levels.
The Homer Pickleball Club is organizing this new event to provide senior players with an exciting start to the season. Registration opens on February 8 and closes on March 29. Early registration costs $50, increasing to $55 after February 28. Players can register for multiple events, with an additional $10 fee per event.
Tournament Format and Schedule
The tournament will include men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles matches, divided into 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0 skill levels. Matches will follow a round-robin format, with top teams advancing to playoffs and medal rounds. Games will be played to 11 points, with medal matches requiring a best-of-three format.
A coin toss will determine serving and starting sides. Each team gets two timeouts per game. Designated courts will be used for each match, and players must exit the playing area without disrupting adjacent games.
Practice and Warmups
While no specific practice sessions are scheduled, SPARC offers open play times throughout the week. The venue will open one hour before matches for warmups. Teams will also have five minutes to warm up before their first game and two minutes before subsequent games.
Rules and Sportsmanship
The tournament will follow USA Pickleball rules, including line call policies and timeout regulations. Players are responsible for their officiating, though referees may be requested if available. The event emphasizes friendly competition, and sportsmanship is strongly encouraged.
Significance and Expectations
With its senior-exclusive format, the Cosmic Hamlet Senior Open aims to become a key event in Alaska’s pickleball community. Organizers expect strong participation and are prepared to adjust divisions if needed to accommodate players. The event will also feature medal presentations for top finishers.
For those looking to start the 2025 pickleball season with camaraderie and competition, the Cosmic Hamlet Senior Open promises an engaging weekend of play in Homer.
News in Brief: Cosmic Hamlet Senior Open
The Cosmic Hamlet Senior Open debuts in Homer, Alaska, on April 5-6, 2025, offering competitive doubles play for players 50 and older. Hosted by the Homer Pickleball Club, the event features men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles across multiple skill levels.
With USA Pickleball rules, medal rounds, and a focus on sportsmanship, this pickleball tournament promises an exciting start to the season.
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