The Detroit Amateur Pickleball Open will take place at Wicked Pickle in Westland, Michigan, on May 17-18, 2025. This event, part of the largest amateur pickleball tour in the country, is open to players of all skill levels from 2.5 to 5.0.
Event Overview and Registration
The Detroit Amateur Open is hosted by the Amateur Pickleball Association, which plans nearly 150 tournaments across the U.S. in 2025. The tournament is open to players of all skill levels, from beginners (2.5) to advanced (5.0). Participants will compete in divisions based on skill level first, then age groups, depending on the number of registered players in each category.
Registration is open with Early Bird pricing: $65 for the first event, $45 for the second, and $35 for the third event. Players can email for a promo code to apply the discount for the third event.
Tournament Format and Schedule
The tournament will feature a round-robin format followed by brackets. Doubles play will take place on Saturday, starting at 8 a.m., while Mixed Doubles will be held on Sunday, also beginning at 8 a.m.
Singles matches are scheduled for the afternoon on one of the two days. Players are guaranteed six games, with doubles matches played to 11 points, win by 2, followed by brackets. Singles matches will follow rally scoring to 21 points, win by 2.
A championship bracket will be held with awards for the top three finishers in each division. Players who need a partner for doubles can indicate this during registration, and efforts will be made to find one for them. The full schedule and draw will be released the Wednesday before the event.
Event Policies and Location
The event will be held indoors at Wicked Pickle, located at 36871 Warren Rd, Westland, Michigan. All participants must wear court-approved shoes. There are no refunds once registration is submitted, so players are encouraged to review the event’s terms and conditions for more details on credit policies.
This pickleball tournament is an excellent opportunity for amateur pickleball players to test their skills in a competitive but friendly environment. It also contributes to the growing popularity of pickleball across the nation, offering players of all levels the chance to compete in a well-organized event.
News in Brief: Detroit Amateur Pickleball Open
The Detroit Amateur Pickleball Open will take place at Wicked Pickle in Westland, Michigan, on May 17-18, 2025. Open to players of skill levels 2.5 to 5.0, the event features round-robin and bracket play, with Early Bird registration available. Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and Singles will be played.
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