Pickleball’s Biggest Showdown Hits Seattle: The World of Pickleball Seattle Tournament will take place from August 29 to August 31, 2025, at Gorin Tennis in Redmond, Washington. Players can compete for cash prizes, with registration opening on March 1, 2025. The event is expected to draw pickleball enthusiasts from around the country.
Tournament Details
The tournament will feature singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches with divisions for all skill levels, including Under 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, and Open.
Friday will focus on Men’s and Women’s Singles, while Saturday will have Men’s and Women’s Doubles, and Sunday will feature Mixed Doubles.
The competition will use a double-elimination format, with matches played to 11 points on the winners’ side and 15 points on the consolation side.
Teams of 9 or more will compete in a double-elimination format, while 8 or fewer teams will play a round-robin. In cases of fewer than four teams, brackets may be combined.
Registration and Fees
Registration opens on March 1, 2025, at 8:00 AM PST and ends on August 26, 2025, at 11:55 PM PST. The entry fee is $55, but the price will increase to $85 after August 15, 2025.
Players can save money by signing up early or by volunteering, with opportunities to earn a refund on the registration fee for each time slot volunteered.
Additionally, players can receive discounts by becoming event ambassadors or booking hotel rooms with the tournament’s hotel partner. Early registration and volunteer options provide ways to lower costs.
Prizes and Raffles
The pickleball tournament will offer cash prizes for top competitors in the Open divisions. The Doubles Open Under 5.5 Bracket will award $250 for first place, $150 for second, and $100 for third.
The Singles Open Under 5.5 Bracket will offer $150 for first place, $100 for second, and $50 for third. Non-Open brackets will award gift cards from World-of-Pickleball.com, with the top players receiving up to $50 in value.
Additionally, raffles will be held for pickleball-related prizes, including paddles. This adds excitement for participants and spectators.
Refund and Cancellation Policies
Participants can cancel their registration for a full refund minus a $25 processing fee if done before the cancellation deadline on July 29, 2025. After this deadline, no refunds are offered unless players purchased the Registration & Weather Insurance Policy, which covers cancellations due to unforeseen circumstances.
In the event of a cancellation due to weather or other issues, participants may receive full credit toward a future event or a refund minus the processing fee.
Impact and Future Expectations
The World of Pickleball Seattle Tournament offers a chance for players of all levels to compete in a structured, exciting environment. With cash prizes, volunteer opportunities, and various divisions, the event is set to attract a wide range of participants. As registration approaches, the event promises to be a major attraction in the growing pickleball community.
News in Brief: Pickleball’s Biggest Showdown Hits Seattle
The World of Pickleball Seattle Tournament takes place August 29-31, 2025, at Gorin Tennis in Redmond, Washington. Players can compete in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles for cash prizes. Registration opens March 1, with early discounts and volunteer incentives. The pickleball event promises exciting matches, raffles, and growth for the pickleball community.
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