The Miami Shores Series – Men’s Moneyball Tournament is set to ignite the competitive pickleball scene from January 24-25, 2025 at the Miami Shores Tennis and Pickleball Club. Registration is already open and will remain so until January 19, 2025. The pickleball tournament promises thrilling action, with over $10,000 in potential prizes up for grabs, ensuring that participants will compete for more than just bragging rights.
Pickleball Event Overview
The Miami Shores Men’s Moneyball Tournament offers a dynamic format, combining set partner pool play with a single-elimination bracket to determine the winners. Players will be competing for cash prizes in multiple divisions, with each category offering different amounts of prize money. Divisions range from Open down to 3.0 and under, and all players must register as a team.
Tournament Details
- Format: Pool play (each team plays against others in their pool) followed by a single-elimination playoff.
- Cost: Ranges from $80 to $120 per player depending on the division.
- Venue: Miami Shores Tennis and Pickleball Club
- Address: 825 Northeast 100th Street, Miami Shores, FL 33138
Prize Money and Divisions
With $10,000+ in prize money, the stakes are high. Each division offers substantial payouts, and each winner will take home a share of the prize pool. The Open Division tops the charts with a $1,350 payout, while divisions such as 4.9 and under and 3.0 and under offer varying amounts, ensuring competitive balance across skill levels.
Prize Breakdown
- Open Division: $1,350
- 4.9 and Under: $675
- 4.49 and Under: $575
- 3.9 and Under: $450
- 50+, 3.9 and Under: $450
- 3.0 and Under: $450
Each division will reward the top teams, with Golden Tickets for future tournament entries for players who perform well.
Pickleball Tournament Format and Rules
The pickleball tournament will begin with pool play, where teams compete in a round-robin format, playing one game against each team in their pool. Each game will be played to 11 points, win by 1 point.
After pool play, the top teams advance to the single-elimination playoff. Seeding will be determined by the number of wins, followed by point differentials, and, if necessary, head-to-head results. The top four teams from each division will progress to the playoff, where the winners will battle for gold and silver, and the losers will compete for bronze.
DUPR Rating Requirements
All players must have a DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) account to participate. Players are expected to enter the appropriate division based on their ratings. This ensures a fair competition and prevents higher-rated players from entering lower divisions.
- DUPR Rating Restrictions:
- 4.99 and under: Team total rating must not exceed 10
- 3.0 and under: Team total rating must not exceed 6
Tournament Director
For additional information, players can reach out to Brad Mixson, the tournament director.
Sponsorship and Equipment
Selkirk Sport, a recognized name in pickleball, will provide the Selkirk Pro S1 Pickleball for the event, ensuring that players experience the latest in pickleball technology. Players are encouraged to practice with these balls ahead of the tournament for the best experience.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations made by players will incur a $10 penalty, and no cancellations will be allowed after December 15, 2024.
News in Brief: Miami Shores Series – Men’s Moneyball Tournament
The Miami Shores Men’s Moneyball Tournament takes place from January 24-25, 2025 at the Miami Shores Tennis and Pickleball Club in Miami, Florida. With over $10,000 in prizes, the event offers a competitive pool-play format followed by a single-elimination bracket.
Registration closes January 19, 2025, with entry fees ranging from $80 to $120 per player. Players must have a DUPR rating to compete, and divisions span from Open to 3.0 and under. Selkirk Sport is the official sponsor for the tournament.
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