The 3rd Annual Sun Valley Pickleball Classic will take place from September 19 to 21, 2025, at the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho. Organized by Pickleball Is Great (PIG), the event will feature a round-robin format with playoffs for gold, silver, and bronze medals across skill levels 3.0 to 4.5+.
Tournament Structure and Registration Details
Registration for this pickleball tournament opens on April 1, 2025, at noon MST and will close on September 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM MST. The initial registration fee is $75, which includes entry for the first event, with an additional $25 fee for a second event. Fees will increase to $85 starting August 16.
Players will compete on outdoor tennis courts using the Franklin X-40 ball. Event categories include men’s and women’s singles and doubles, mixed doubles, and two special gender-neutral doubles events: one for first-time tournament players and another for youth ages 11-17. Participants must self-rate their skill levels, with tournament organizers reviewing ratings to ensure fair play.
Event Schedule and Match Format
The competition kicks off on Thursday evening with a drop-in play and social event. Official matches begin Friday, featuring women’s doubles, men’s singles, gender-neutral doubles for new players, and youth doubles. Mixed doubles take place on Saturday, followed by men’s doubles and women’s singles on Sunday.
All round-robin matches will follow a win-by-2 format. Most matches will be played to 15 points, but for events with 7-8 teams, games will be played to 11. The top four teams in each bracket will advance to the playoffs, with the first and second seeds competing for gold, while the third and fourth seeds battle for bronze.
Community Engagement and Tournament Significance
The Sun Valley Pickleball Classic has become a major regional event, drawing players of all skill levels to compete in a highly structured yet social atmosphere. Tournament organizers emphasize inclusivity, offering unique events for newcomers and young players to encourage broader participation in the sport.
PIG reserves the right to adjust brackets to maintain competitive balance and may close registration early if capacity limits are reached. The event is designed to provide a high-quality playing experience, ensuring fair competition through manual skill evaluations.
Policies and Refund Information
A $15 administrative fee will be charged for all withdrawals. Refunds will not be issued after the registration deadline, but if an event is canceled due to weather, players may receive up to a 50% refund.
Parking at the Sun Valley Resort will be free for all participants and spectators. As excitement builds for the 3rd Annual Sun Valley Pickleball Classic, players are encouraged to register early to secure their spots in this highly anticipated event.
News in Brief: Sun Valley Pickleball Classic
The 3rd Annual Sun Valley Pickleball Classic runs from September 19-21, 2025, at Sun Valley Resort, Idaho. Hosted by Pickleball Is Great (PIG), it features a round-robin format with playoffs across multiple skill levels.
Events include singles, doubles, mixed doubles, and special categories for newcomers and youth. Registration opens April 1, with fees increasing after August 16. The tournament promotes inclusivity, fair competition, and community engagement in a structured yet social setting.
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