The Opelika Pickleball Club Members Tournament returns in 2024, bringing three days of exciting competition for pickleball players of all skill levels. This non-sanctioned event will be held from November 8 to November 10, 2024, at the Opelika Sportsplex in Opelika, Alabama. With events for doubles, mixed doubles, and skinny singles, this pickleball tournament encourages both experienced and novice players to enjoy the sport and connect with fellow club members.
- Event Dates: November 8-10, 2024
- Location: Opelika Sportsplex
- Address: 1001 Sportsplex Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801
Registration and Fees
Registration opens on September 3, 2024, at 8:00 AM, and closes on October 28, 2024, at 12:00 PM. All registrations are processed through Pickleball Brackets, and fees are as follows:
- Registration Fee: $20 + $5 per event
- Additional Fees: $5 non-refundable service fee for the first and second events
- Total Fees: 1 event = $30, 2 events = $40, 3 events = $45
Participants can register for up to three events. The tournament is designed for fun, with an emphasis on participation rather than competitive advantage.
Tournament Events
The 2024 tournament will feature five events:
- Women’s Doubles
- Men’s Doubles
- Mixed Doubles
- Men’s Skinny Singles
- Women’s Skinny Singles
Skill Levels:
- Doubles: 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0+
- Skinny Singles: 3.0 and below, 3.5 and above
- Age Brackets: 10+, 30+, 50+, 60+ (additional groups may be created as brackets fill)
Event Schedule:
- Friday, November 8, 2024: Skinny Singles
- Saturday, November 9, 2024: Mixed Doubles
- Sunday, November 10, 2024: Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles
Medals will be awarded for top finishers in each final bracket, and rally scoring will be used for skinny singles. The event’s primary focus is fun and community, encouraging players to meet new people and enjoy the sport.
Tournament Format
The planned format is a round-robin without medal playoffs. In some cases, if brackets are divided into pools, the top teams will advance to a playoff format. The tournament director reserves the right to adjust the format or combine smaller brackets to facilitate play.
- Medals: Awarded per final bracket
- Format Adjustments: Made based on registration numbers
Important Notes
- If your partner does not register within 3 days after you, you will be placed on the waitlist.
- Waivers: Online waiver signatures required; players under 18 must provide a parent/guardian-signed waiver at check-in.
- Payment: Stripe (credit card payments accepted).
Venue Information
- Opelika Sportsplex: 1001 Sportsplex Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801
- Surface Type: Asphalt
- Play Area Type: Outdoor Covered
- Net Type: Permanent
- Ball Used: Franklin X-40
- Number of Courts: 24
- Parking: Free
News in Brief: Opelika Pickleball Club
The 2024 Opelika Pickleball Club Members Tournament is scheduled for November 8-10 at the Opelika Sportsplex in Alabama. Registration opens on September 3, with fees starting at $30 for one pickleball event. Featuring five events, players can compete in doubles, mixed doubles, and skinny singles, with medals awarded for top finishes.
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