The Golden Isles Oldies Pickleball Tournament is set for October 12-13, 2024, at the North Glynn Recreation Center, located at 622 Harry Driggers Blvd., Brunswick, Georgia. This pickleball tournament is exclusively for players aged 50 and older, promising an exciting weekend of competition among seasoned athletes.
Tournament Schedule
The tournament will kick off on Saturday, October 12, featuring Men’s and Women’s Doubles matches. Participants will have the chance to show their skills and compete against their peers. The excitement continues on Sunday, October 13, with Mixed Doubles events, adding to the competitive atmosphere of the weekend.
- Dates: October 12-13, 2024
- Location: North Glynn Recreation Center, Brunswick, GA
- Eligibility: Players aged 50 and older
Player Dinner and Networking Opportunities
A player dinner is scheduled for Friday, October 11, at 6:00 PM, offering an opportunity for participants and their guests to socialize before the competition begins. This gathering fosters camaraderie among players, enhancing the overall tournament experience.
Refund Policy and Insurance Options
Participants should be aware of the pickleball tournament’s refund policy. As an outdoor pickleball event, no refunds will be issued for weather-related cancellations unless players have purchased tournament insurance. The tournament director reserves the right to adjust the format, shorten games, or implement other changes as necessary to complete the event. Players must withdraw at least two weeks before registration closes to receive a refund, which is subject to a $15 administration fee.
- Tournament Insurance: Available for purchase to cover weather-related cancellations, injuries, or family emergencies.
- Refund Structure: Full refund if all events are missed with insurance; partial refund for canceled events if some are played.
- Registration: Non-transferable, and spots are guaranteed only when both players have registered and paid fees.
Attendance and Fines
Players who fail to show up for their scheduled events without prior notification to the tournament director, or who leave the tournament without notifying the director, will incur a $25 fine. This fine must be settled before registration for any future Southern Pickleball events.
Venue Information
- Surface Type: Pickleball Hardcourt Surface
- Play Area Type: Outdoor Non-Covered
- Net Type: Permanent
- Ball Used: Diadem – The Official Ball
- Number of Courts: 12
- Parking: No Fee
News in Brief: Golden Isles Oldies Pickleball Tournament
The Golden Isles Oldies Pickleball Tournament is scheduled for October 12-13, 2024, at the North Glynn Recreation Center in Brunswick, Georgia, exclusively for players aged 50 and older. The tournament features Men’s and Women’s Doubles on Saturday and Mixed Doubles on Sunday, with a player dinner on October 11. Weather-related refunds are available only with tournament insurance. Fines apply for no-shows, and the venue includes 12 outdoor hard courts with free parking.
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