Moorestown Ignites with the Exciting Winterfest: Pickleball enthusiasts should mark their calendars for the Players Courtyard “Winterfest in the Courtyard Tournament,” scheduled from December 6 to December 8, 2024, at the Players Courtyard Pickleball Club in Moorestown, New Jersey. This event promises a perfect blend of competition and holiday cheer, with 65 players already registered and anticipation building.
Venue Details
The Players Courtyard Pickleball Club stands out as one of the newest and most luxurious indoor pickleball venues in the Northeast. Featuring 13 expansive concrete courts with permanent nets and lines finished with a high-quality Sportmaster finish, the facility offers ample space for competitive play. In addition, four extra courts are available in a separate Training Center room dedicated to warm-ups and practice sessions.
The club boasts a climate-controlled environment with 45-foot ceilings and no obstructive columns. Equipped with LED lighting and divider fences between all courts, it also features a spacious 2000 square foot courtyard designed for relaxation and socializing between matches, enhancing the tournament experience for all participants.
Registration and Costs
Entering the action is straightforward. Registration closes at midnight on December 1, 2024. The entry fee of $70 includes a stylish tournament shirt and medals for the victors.
For participants aiming to compete in amateur singles, doubles, or mixed doubles events, the cost is $20 each. However, the price for the elite competing in the 5.0+ singles, doubles, or mixed doubles events rises to $40. Players can register without immediate payment until October 1, 2024, but must complete all payments before the registration deadline.
Tournament Format and Rules
This pickleball tournament adheres to the strict rules set by USA Pickleball. All events, except for the open division, will follow a Round Robin format.
- Pool Play: Matches will consist of single games to either 11 or 15 points, requiring a win by 2 points. The exact target score will be determined based on the bracket.
- Playoffs: Maintaining the Round Robin spirit, playoff rounds will consist of a single game to 15 points, also requiring a win by 2 points.
- Double Elimination for Open Divisions: Open divisions featuring six or more teams will employ a double elimination format. Winners’ bracket matches will be best of 2 out of 3 games to 11, while all other matches will be single games to 15.
The Prize Pool
For those aiming high, particularly in the 5.0+ open brackets, the prize money structure adds an extra layer of excitement. It will be proportionally divided based on the number of players, with 75% of the entry fees allocated to the prize pool. Expect 55% of the prize pool to be awarded to gold medalists, 30% to silver medalists, and 15% for bronze medalists.
News in Brief: Moorestown Ignites with the Exciting Winterfest
The Players Courtyard “Winterfest in the Courtyard Tournament” is set for December 6-8, 2024, in Moorestown, New Jersey. With 65 players already registered, participants can expect a competitive atmosphere in one of the Northeast’s premier indoor pickleball facilities. The event accommodates various skill levels and age brackets, with a registration fee of $70. Prize money for the 5.0+ open brackets will be distributed based on participation, and players can register without immediate payment until October 1, 2024.
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