The Fore Court Pickleball Winter Classic 2024 promises an exciting opportunity for pickleball players to compete in a weekend of high-stakes action at Fore Court Racquet & Fitness in Cumberland, Rhode Island. Scheduled for December 20-21, 2024, this event will feature singles and doubles matches, with a variety of divisions catering to all skill levels. With the registration deadline fast approaching, players are urged to secure their spots before December 17, 2024.
Registration and Key Dates
Registration for the 2024 Winter Classic opened on November 7, 2024, at 9:25 AM EST. The standard registration fee is $60, but for those who wait until December 16, 2024, the fee increases to $70.
Entry for one event is included in the fee, but additional events cost $35 per entry. Players who wish to register for the 4.5+ divisions must pay an additional $30. It’s important to note that no refunds will be issued after December 5, 2024.
Pickleball Tournament Schedule
The tournament will be split into two days: December 20th for singles competitions and December 21st for doubles. Start times for each event may shift depending on registration numbers, though organizers will strive to stick to the listed times.
- December 20:
- Coed Singles:
- 6:00 PM for players rated 3.0-3.99
- 7:30 PM for players rated 4.0+
- Coed Singles:
- December 21:
- Men’s Doubles:
- 8:00 AM for 3.0-3.49
- 10:45 AM for 3.5-3.99
- 2:00 PM for 4.5+
- 5:30 PM for 4.0-4.49
- Mixed Doubles:
- 12:15 PM for 3.0-3.99
- Women’s Doubles:
- 9:15 AM for 3.0-3.49
- 9:30 AM for 3.5-3.99
- Men’s Doubles:
Prize Money and Format
Cash prizes will be awarded to all Gold Medal winners, along with gold, silver, and bronze medals in each division. The tournament will utilize the DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) system to track and input all match scores. Players are reminded that only paddles approved by USA Pickleball (USAP) are permitted during the event.
Weather and Venue
The pickleball event will proceed rain or shine, so players should be prepared for all weather conditions. The venue, Fore Court Racquet & Fitness, located at 44 Cray Street, Cumberland, Rhode Island, offers free parking for up to 200 vehicles, ensuring plenty of space for attendees.
Refund Policy
Refunds are unavailable after December 5, 2024, and players are urged to commit to their participation before this date. No refunds will be granted after this deadline, regardless of circumstances.
News in Brief: Fore Court Pickleball Winter Classic 2024
The Fore Court Pickleball Winter Classic 2024 will take place from December 20-21, 2024, at Fore Court Racquet & Fitness in Cumberland, RI. This two-day tournament features singles and doubles events for various skill levels.
Registration is open until December 17, 2024, with an entry fee of $60 for one event and $35 for each additional event. Cash prizes are awarded to gold medalists, and all scores are recorded in the DUPR system. No refunds after December 5, 2024.
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