The 3rd Annual Awesome Blossom Pickleball Tournament, hosted by Pickleball Is Great (PIG), is set to be a major event for pickleball players in Wenatchee, Washington. Taking place from April 11 to April 13, 2025, at the Wenatchee Racquet and Athletic Club (WRAC), the tournament will feature exciting competition across various skill and age divisions. Participants will experience a weekend full of thrilling action and camaraderie, with medals and prizes awarded to the top teams in each division.
- Dates: April 11-13, 2025
- Venue: Wenatchee Racquet and Athletic Club (WRAC), 1913 Skyline, Wenatchee, WA, 98801.
- Format: Round Robin with playoffs for Gold, Silver, and Bronze.
- Divisions: Skill levels from 3.0 to 4.5+; Age brackets aim to be under 50, 50-59, and 60+
Registration and Costs
Registration for the tournament will open on November 12, 2024, at 8:00 AM PST and close on April 2, 2025, at 11:45 PM PST. Early registration costs $50, which increases to $65 after February 1, 2025. Starting April 1, the registration fee will rise to $75.
A $10 discount is available for WRAC members, who can access this discount with a provided code. Players should register early as the tournament may close once maximum daily numbers are reached.
- Opening Date: November 12, 2024, 8:00 AM PST
- Closing Date: April 2, 2025, 11:45 PM PST
- Registration Fees:
- Early Registration (until Jan 31, 2025): $50
- Standard Registration (Feb 1 – Mar 31, 2025): $65
- Late Registration (after Apr 1, 2025): $75
- WRAC Member Discount: $10 off (check with the club for code)
Format and Schedule
The tournament will be held in a round robin format for Men’s and Women’s Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, with playoffs to determine the top three teams in each division.
Age brackets will be based on the final registration numbers, with divisions aiming to include players under 50, 50-59, and 60+. The event will start on Friday with Men’s and Women’s Singles, followed by Men’s and Women’s Doubles on Saturday, and conclude with Mixed Doubles on Sunday.
- Friday: Men’s & Women’s Singles (afternoon start)
- Saturday: Men’s & Women’s Doubles
- Sunday: Mixed Doubles
- Round Robin Format: All games/matches are “win by 2”
- Playoffs: Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals for each division
Tournament Features and Amenities
In addition to the high-level competition, players can expect complimentary hospitality throughout the weekend. The top three finishers in each division will receive medals, with prizes awarded to the winning teams.
For those traveling from out of town, RV parking is available upon request. The WRAC facility provides ample parking with no fees, ensuring convenient access for participants.
- Complimentary Hospitality: Available throughout the weekend
- Medals & Prizes: Awarded to top three in each division and the winning team
- RV Parking: Available by request (email info@wrac.org)
- Parking Fees: No fee for parking
Refund Policy
A minimum $10 administrative fee will be applied to all withdrawals. After the close of registration, no refunds will be issued.
- Withdrawal Fee: $10 admin fee
- No Refunds: After registration closes
News in Brief: Awesome Blossom Pickleball Tournament
The 3rd Annual Awesome Blossom Pickleball Tournament, organized by Pickleball Is Great, will take place from April 11-13, 2025, at the Wenatchee Racquet and Athletic Club in Wenatchee, WA. Registration opens on November 12, 2024, with fees ranging from $50 to $75, depending on the registration date.
The pickleball event features a round robin format for singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, with playoffs to determine Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners. Players will enjoy complimentary hospitality and the opportunity to win medals and prizes.
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