For those looking to get in on the action, registration for the FPC Winter Classic 2024 is officially open. The pickleball tournament, set to take place from December 13 through December 15, promises exciting matchups and intense competition. Players must register and pay as a team before the December 9 deadline.
Location and Directions
This year’s tournament will take place at the Fairport Pickleball Club, located at 75 North Main Street in the Village of Fairport, NY. The venue boasts top-tier facilities, with all courts featuring Sport Master premium cushion flooring, ensuring a comfortable yet challenging experience for players of all levels.
Event Format and Pricing
The pickleball event will feature a Set Partner Pool Play format followed by a Single Elimination Bracket. With a registration fee of $45 per player, all participants must register as part of a team. The tournament is sponsored by Selkirk, Swish, and DUPR, with all scores uploaded into the DUPR system at the conclusion of the event.
Players are encouraged to sign up for a DUPR account if they haven’t already. To keep things running smoothly, everyone is asked to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their scheduled start time to check in.
Event Schedule
The weekend will kick off Friday evening with the 50/50 event at 6 p.m. Saturday morning will see competition begin at 9 a.m. with 4.0 and 3.0 levels. Here’s a look at the full schedule:
- Friday:
- 6 p.m. – 50/50
- Saturday:
- 9 a.m. – 4.0 & 3.0
- 11 a.m. – 3.0
- 1 p.m. – 3.5
- 4 p.m. – 4.5 & 5.0
- Sunday:
- 8 a.m. – 3.0 & 4.0
- 12 p.m. – 4.5 & 5.0
- 4 p.m. – 3.5
- 4:30 p.m. – Singles
Tournament Structure
Games will be played as round robin formats, with each match going to 11 points, win by 2. The action will intensify during the Single Elimination Playoff, where all games will be played to 15 points, win by 2. The final stages of the tournament, the Medal Rounds, will feature games played to 21 points, win by 2.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
For those unable to participate, refunds will be available until noon on December 11. After this deadline, no refunds will be processed.
News in Brief: FPC Winter Classic 2024
The FPC Winter Classic 2024 will be held from December 13 to 15 at the Fairport Pickleball Club in New York. The event includes multiple levels of competition, ranging from 3.0 to 5.0. Participants will compete in a Set Partner Pool Play format, followed by Single Elimination rounds.
Players must register by December 9 and arrive at least 30 minutes before their scheduled start time. A $45 registration fee covers participation, and scores will be tracked via the Swish and DUPR apps. Refunds are available until December 11.
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