The Zin 2 Win Pickleball Tournament, hosted by WinBy2 Pickleball, will take place from March 14 to March 16, 2025. Set against the backdrop of California’s Central Coast, this event promises an exciting weekend for both seasoned players and newcomers. Located at Templeton Tennis Ranch, participants can expect a festive atmosphere celebrating the region’s Paso Heritage Month alongside competitive pickleball.
Event Schedule and Format
The tournament will feature a round-robin format with a medal for top teams following the first rounds. The schedule includes:
- Friday, March 14: Men’s and Women’s Singles & Mini-Singles
- Saturday, March 15: Men’s and Women’s Doubles
- Sunday, March 16: Mixed Doubles
Early bird registration is available until February 14, 2025, at a rate of $75, which includes the first event and referee fees. Standard registration runs from February 1 to March 9, 2025, priced at $90, while late registration fee of $100.
Tournament Structure and Rules
As a USA Pickleball MMP-sanctioned event, participants’ performance will contribute to their UTR-P rating. The tournament will be organized by skill level, ensuring competitive play among participants.
The tournament director reserves the right to combine age divisions with fewer than four teams to create sports Tournaments.
Matches will be played to 15 points, with the Gold and Bronze Medal matches formatted as best 2 of 3 to 11 points. Specific formats will be employed based on the number of teams:
- 3 teams: Double round-robin
- 4 teams: Double round-robin
- 5-7 teams: Round robin
- 8-9 teams: Round robin
For groups of 10 or more, pool play will determine which teams advance to the medal round.
Refund and Registration Policies
Participants registering by December 18, 2024, will receive complimentary weather protection, offering a full refund (minus player fees) in case of weather-related cancellations.
Those registering after this date can obtain weather protection for a $10 fee. Full refunds (less player fees) will be granted to those who withdraw before March 1, 2025.
Venue Details
The tournament will be held at Templeton Tennis Ranch, featuring 20 outdoor courts with both permanent and portable nets. The venue allows pets and food but prohibits grilling. The Franklin X-40 will be the official ball used during the tournament. With no parking fees, attendees can focus on enjoying the event and supporting their favorite players.
Participants are encouraged to register early for this competitive yet festive tournament in California’s beautiful wine country.
News in Brief: Zin 2 Win Pickleball Tournament
The Zin 2 Win Pickleball Tournament, hosted by WinBy2 Pickleball, will occur from March 14 to March 16, 2025, at Templeton Tennis Ranch in California’s Central Coast. The event features a round-robin format, including Men’s and Women’s Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Early bird registration is available until February 14, 2025, for $75, while standard registration runs until March 9 for $90.
The tournament is USA Pickleball MMP-sanctioned and offers weather protection for early registrants. Participants can enjoy the festive atmosphere celebrating Paso Heritage Month, making this a must-attend event for pickleball enthusiasts.
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