The 2nd Annual Legends Holiday Pickleball Bash, a highly anticipated tournament, is set to close out the year with exciting pickleball action from December 27-29, 2024. Hosted at the Chestnut Forks Tennis, Fitness & Swim Center in Warrenton, VA, the event welcomes players across a range of age groups and skill levels. This pickleball tournament will feature singles and doubles events, along with special age categories and open divisions.
- Dates: December 27–29, 2024
- Location: Chestnut Forks Tennis, Fitness & Swim, 6379 Airlie Road, Warrenton, VA
- Registration Cost:
- Early Bird (before Nov 5): $45
- Regular (after Nov 5): $50
- Late (after Dec 15): $60
- Open Event Entry: $70
- Mandatory Service Fee: $5 for 1 event, $10 for 2+ events
- Registration Opens: October 25, 2024, 8:00 AM EST
- Registration Closes: December 15, 2024, 11:55 PM EST
Pickleball Event Schedule and Divisions
This pickleball tournament spans three days, with the following events scheduled across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
- Friday:
- Men’s Singles
- Women’s Singles
- Men’s & Women’s Doubles 3.0, 60+
- Men’s & Women’s Doubles 70+
- Total Combined Age Men’s Doubles (85+ years per team, 1 player must be 50+)
- Total Combined Age Women’s Doubles (85+ years per team, 1 player must be 50+)
- Saturday:
- All other Men’s Doubles
- All other Women’s Doubles
- Sunday:
- Mixed Doubles
- Total Combined Age Mixed Doubles (85+ years per team, 1 player must be 50+)
The divisions will be based on DUPR ratings, and brackets will be adjusted according to registration numbers.
- Special Events: Open events with prize money for top winners (Gold, Silver, Bronze) in Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles and Singles categories.
Tournament Format and Rules
- Format: Double elimination or pool play, depending on bracket size.
- Balls Used: Franklin X-40
- Paddle Restrictions: USAPA-approved paddles, excluding Joola TA-15 and Gearbox Pro Power (NOT Control) for most events, but permitted for Open divisions.
- Prize Money: Available in Open events, distributed as follows:
- Gold – 60%
- Silver – 25%
- Bronze – 15%
- Medals: Awarded to top finishers in each division.
- Service Fees: A mandatory non-refundable service fee applies, $5 for 1 event, $10 for 2 or more events.
Venue and Logistics
The Chestnut Forks Tennis, Fitness & Swim Center provides 8 indoor courts for uninterrupted play regardless of weather. There is no parking fee, and ample parking is available.
- Indoor Venue: Weather-proof play
- Parking: Free
- Health & Safety: Players are encouraged to warm up, hydrate, and eat properly. Eye protection is recommended.
- Refund Policy: Cancellations accepted until December 1, subject to a $25 handling charge. No refunds after this date.
News in Brief: Legends Holiday Pickleball Bash
The 2nd Annual Legends Holiday Bash will take place December 27-29, 2024, at Chestnut Forks Tennis in Warrenton, VA. With early bird registration starting at $45, the tournament features singles, doubles, and age-based events. The competition will use DUPR ratings, and open events will offer prize money. Medals for gold, silver, and bronze winners will be awarded across various divisions.
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