Houston Hammers Host Pickleball Combine: The Houston Hammers are inviting experienced pickleball players aged 49 and over to compete in a one-day combine on February 1, 2025, at Pickleball Country Club in Houston. Players with a DUPR rating of 4.0 or above will have the chance to earn a spot in a national combine for the NPL’s 2025 season.
Event Overview
The combine will consist of round-robin play, where players are placed in pods based on their DUPR ratings. Each participant will play one game against every other player in their pod, with the top finishers advancing to the afternoon session for a shot at a national combine spot.
Competition Format
Participants do not need a partner to sign up. The morning session will feature gender doubles pods, and winners will be invited to continue playing in the afternoon. Players are expected to play the entire day if they advance. The event is open to players who turn 50 by December 31, 2025.
Registration and Costs
Registration is $100, and players must register by January 26, 2025. All participants must have a DUPR account and meet the 4.0 rating requirement.
Refund Policy
No refunds will be given after January 15, 2025, and a $5 software fee is non-refundable.
Venue Information
The combine will take place at Pickleball Country Club, located at 10506 Kinghurst Drive, Houston, Texas. The indoor venue features 12 courts with permanent nets and uses the Gamma Chuck ball. Participants should come prepared to hydrate, as there will be no on-site physiotherapist.
A Big Opportunity
The top male and female performers will be invited to one of the two national NPL combines in March, where they will have the chance to meet team owners and potentially be drafted for the 2025 NPL season. This is a key event for competitive players looking to take their pickleball careers to the next level.
News in Brief: Houston Hammers Host Pickleball Combine
The Houston Hammers are hosting a one-day pickleball combine on February 1, 2025, at Pickleball Country Club for players aged 49 and over with a DUPR rating of 4.0 or above. Participants will compete in round-robin play, with the top finishers advancing to a national combine for the NPL’s 2025 season.
The event costs $100 to register by January 26, 2025. Players do not need a partner, and all must meet the 4.0 rating requirement. The top performers will have a chance to be drafted into the NPL. The combine takes place at 10506 Kinghurst Drive, Houston, Texas.
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