The 219 Pickleball Presents Picklemania 20K Challenge will take place from February 21 to 23, 2025, at the Jean Shepherd Pickleball Complex in Hammond, Indiana. Registration opens on December 10, 2024, and closes on February 12, 2025. The registration fee is $60.00 per player.
Tournament Format and Events
The tournament will feature two main types of events: Skill Level and Open Events.
Skill Level Events will use a round-robin format where all players play games for 11 points, and win by 2. The number of games in the round robin depends on the number of teams in each event.
After completing the round-robin matches, all players will advance to a single-elimination playoff, with the seeding based on round-robin results. The playoff matches will be played best 2 out of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2.
Open Events will also follow a round-robin structure, with matches to 15 points, win by 2. After the round-robin stage, the top two teams from each pool will advance to a single-elimination playoff, where matches will again be best 2 out of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2. The winner of these playoffs will take home the prize money.
Venue and Amenities
The Jean Shepherd Pickleball Complex is located at 3031 J.F. Mahoney Dr, Hammond, Indiana. The venue boasts 12 courts, and there is no parking fee. While the surface type and play area are not specified, the courts feature permanent nets, ensuring a stable environment for competitive play.
Registration Details
Registration for the tournament opens at 8:00 CST on December 10, 2024, and closes on February 12, 2025. The cost to enter is $60.00 per player. Participants will receive all necessary details to complete their registration process on the official Picklemania website.
This challenge is expected to draw competitive players from all over, offering a substantial prize pool for the winners. The Picklemania 20K Challenge is a major event for pickleball players and offers an exciting opportunity for players to show their skills.
News in Brief: Picklemania 20K Challenge
The Picklemania 20K Challenge will take place from February 21-23, 2025, at the Jean Shepherd Pickleball Complex in Hammond, Indiana. Registration opens December 10, 2024, and closes February 12, 2025, with a $60 fee.
The pickleball tournament features Skill Level and Open Events using a round-robin format followed by single-elimination playoffs. The Open Events offer a prize pool for winners. The venue has 12 courts and free parking. This pickleball event provides competitive opportunities for players and contributes to the growing popularity of pickleball.
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