LPC 4-Person Valentine’s Tournament: The Lafayette Pickleball Club will host its 4-Person Team Style Valentine’s Tournament from February 14 to 16, 2025. The event, featuring a team-based competition, will take place at the club’s indoor and outdoor courts.
The pickleball tournament follows the “MLP-Style” format, with teams of four—two men and two women—competing in men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles matches. If a tie occurs, a singles match will determine the winner. Games will be played to 21 using rally scoring.
Tournament Schedule and Divisions
Events kick off on February 14 with Open Singles at 4 p.m., followed by a social open play session at 6 p.m. Round-robin and pool play matches will take place on February 15 and 16, with divisions based on DUPR ratings.
- DUPR 14: Starts February 15 at 9 a.m. (max rating 14.30)
- DUPR 20: Begins at 1:30 p.m. (max rating 20.99)
- DUPR 18: Starts February 16 at 9 a.m. (max rating 18.30)
- DUPR 16: Begins at 1:30 p.m. (max rating 16.30)
Teams must maintain their aggregate rating within their registered division. Once a team registers, its rating is locked, ensuring fair play.
Rules and Registration Details
Participants must have a DUPR account, and players without ratings will be verified by the tournament director. Single players can register and be placed on a list for potential team assignments.
Substitutions are allowed but must not push the team’s rating over the division limit. Teams can update their roster through Swish or by contacting the tournament organizer.
The event will use Franklin X 40 balls on indoor and outdoor courts. Players must adhere to sportsmanship guidelines, and all matches will be recorded in DUPR.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Cancellations must be made 15 days before the event to receive a refund, minus fees. Individual registrants who are not placed on a team will receive a refund within five business days after the event ends.
The Valentine’s Tournament promises a mix of competition and community engagement, bringing together pickleball enthusiasts for a weekend of exciting gameplay and social events.
News in Brief: LPC 4-Person Valentine’s Tournament
The Lafayette Pickleball Club’s 4-Person Team Valentine’s Tournament runs from February 14–16, 2025, featuring MLP-style team play with men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles.
DUPR-rated divisions ensure fair matchups, with rally scoring to 21. Players must register through Swish, and all matches count toward DUPR rankings. The event blends competition and social play, creating a vibrant pickleball experience.
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