Pickleball Thrills at MTP’s December Dinkfest: The More Than Pickleball (MTP) facility in Buford, Georgia will host the MTP December Dinkfest on December 14th and 15th, 2024. This highly anticipated indoor pickleball tournament promises competitive play, with a variety of brackets, including a $600 Moneyball open bracket and events for players of all skill levels. The tournament will be held at MTP’s state-of-the-art indoor venue, which features nine cushioned courts, ensuring that participants have a high-quality experience.
Tournament Format and Schedule
The MTP December Dinkfest will follow a double elimination or round-robin format, with a single elimination medal round to determine the champions in each bracket. Players will compete in a range of events, with the key tournament structure broken into two days.
Saturday, December 14:
- Men’s and Women’s Doubles (all skill levels)
- Mixed Doubles
Sunday, December 15:
- Singles Events
- $600 Moneyball OPEN Bracket (starting at 4:00 PM)
The tournament promises to offer a high-paced, competitive environment, with each match pushing players to perform at their best.
The prize money in the Moneyball open bracket will be awarded to the top finishers: $500 for the winners and $100 for second place. A minimum of 16 teams is required for the prize money to be guaranteed. If fewer than 16 teams compete, the prize pool will be reduced.
Registration Details and Important Deadlines
Registration for the tournament opened on November 18, 2024, and will remain open until December 10, 2024. The entry fee for most brackets is $30 per player, with an additional fee of $10–$15 for singles events and the Moneyball bracket. Players who register early by November 30th will receive an early bird discount.
Participants must complete the registration process by having both partners sign up, agree to the tournament waiver, and submit full payment. MTP members who wish to take advantage of special discount codes must be active members on the day of the event.
Format Adjustments and Bracket Changes
Due to the dynamic nature of tournament registrations, the event organizers may adjust brackets as needed based on the number of teams and players. If a bracket has fewer than the required number of players, age and skill divisions may be combined to ensure smooth tournament operations. For larger brackets, a round-robin format will be used, with the top teams advancing to the playoff rounds.
The tournament will ensure that all players have ample playtime, with a minimum of three games per bracket and potentially up to 12 games to secure a medal. Depending on the final number of registrants, the singles and large brackets may feature either single or double-elimination formats.
Venue Information and Amenities
The tournament will be held at More Than Pickleball, located at 3230 Woodward Crossing Blvd in Buford, Georgia. The indoor venue boasts nine cushioned courts, creating a comfortable and high-performance environment for players. With over 200 parking spaces available, participants and spectators will find ample parking at no additional cost.
To ensure that matches run smoothly and efficiently, competition courts will be available for warm-ups 30 minutes before each event. After the tournament begins, players can warm up in a designated narrow warm-up court located near the front desk. Players are encouraged to arrive 45-60 minutes before their scheduled match times to allow for check-in and preparation.
Balls Used in the Tournament
- Selkirk Pro S1 (for standard play)
- Vulcan VPro (for Moneyball events)
Refund and Cancellation Policies
The tournament director will accept refunds for registrations until December 10, 2024, at noon, minus any service fees from PickleballBrackets.com. After this date, no refunds will be granted, regardless of circumstances.
In the case of event cancellations due to weather or other unforeseen issues, participants will be notified promptly, and a refund minus processing fees will be issued.
News in Brief: Pickleball Thrills at MTP’s December Dinkfest
The MTP December Dinkfest will be held on December 14th-15th, 2024, at the More Than Pickleball facility in Buford, Georgia. The indoor pickleball tournament will feature a variety of events, including men’s and women’s doubles, mixed doubles, and singles, with a $600 Moneyball open bracket offering $500 for the winners.
The tournament will follow double elimination or round-robin formats, and participants will compete for medals. Registration is open until December 10, with an entry fee of $30 per player, with additional fees for certain events. This pickleball event will take place at a venue with nine cushioned courts and ample parking.
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