A Paddle of Their Own Pickleball Tournament: A women’s doubles-only pickleball tournament, A Paddle of Their Own, will take place on March 29, 2025, at Lucky Shots Pickleball Club in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The one-day event honors Women’s History Month by bringing together female athletes for a day of spirited competition and empowerment.
Celebrating Women Through Competition
The event, hosted in partnership with local women-owned bar A Bar of Their Own, invites women to compete, connect, and celebrate their contributions to sports and business. Registration costs $60 per player and will remain open until March 23, 2025, at 11:55 CST.
Participants will engage in pool play, guaranteeing at least five games per team. Top performers from each pool will move on to a single-elimination bracket, with divisions starting between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., based on how the brackets fill.
Tournament Format and Rules
The competition will follow a structured format:
- Pool Play: Games to 11 points, win by 2.
- Elimination Bracket: Games to 15 points, win by 2.
- Third-Place Match: Game to 15, win by 2.
- Final Match: Best of three games, each played to 11 points.
All players must provide their DUPR ratings to ensure fair competition. The tournament uses a weighted system, combining 70% of the higher-rated player’s score with 30% of the lower-rated player’s. Teams will be placed in appropriate divisions based on their combined ratings.
Prizes and Incentives
Cash prizes will be awarded for the top finishers in the 4.5+ division:
- First Place: $350
- Second Place: $150
- Third Place: $100
Other divisions will receive prizes for the top three placements. Players must use paddles approved by UPA or USAP, and scores will be officially recorded through DUPR.
Why This Event Matters
This tournament highlights the growing role of women in pickleball, a sport rapidly gaining popularity across the United States. By fostering connections between athletes and women-owned businesses, the event empowers participants and builds community support.
Registration is open now, with limited spots available. Players are encouraged to secure their place early for a chance to compete and celebrate women’s strength, skill, and friendship.
News in Brief: A Paddle of Their Own Pickleball Tournament
A Paddle of Their Own, a women’s doubles-only pickleball tournament, will be held on March 29, 2025, at Lucky Shots Pickleball Club in Minneapolis. Celebrating Women’s History Month, the event features pool play, cash prizes for top finishers, and a supportive atmosphere for female athletes. Registration is $60 and closes on March 23.
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