RTM Juniors 2025: Amateur pickleball players aged 17 and younger will gather at the Down the Line Sports Center in Fairfax, Virginia, for the Road to Minors (RTM) Juniors tournament. The competition, scheduled for March 21-22, 2025, is part of a series designed to help young athletes qualify for Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) DUPR 12-22 rosters.
Players will compete in singles and doubles matches, earning points toward potential inclusion in the prestigious RTM Cup finals in October. Registration is open now and closes on March 15, with entry fees starting at $60.
Tournament Details and Purpose
The RTM Juniors tournament provides local opportunities for young players to compete without traveling far. It includes multiple age and skill divisions, starting with singles matches for juniors aged 13 and younger on March 21. Doubles competitions, categorized by age and DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) levels, will follow on March 22.
This series aims to prepare players for higher competition levels, allowing them to accumulate points individually. By October, the top-performing participants will earn invitations to the RTM Cup finals, also hosted in Fairfax, where Minor League Pickleball scouts will observe and draft players.
Opportunities and Rewards
All participants will receive RTM-branded gear, with medalists awarded exclusive merchandise. Sponsored giveaways, including paddles, add excitement to the events.
Players also benefit from the chance to build their DUPR profiles and secure positions on Minor League teams, including the DC Pickleball Team.
Registration and Policies
To participate, juniors must have active DUPR accounts and join the RTM Association and DC Pickleball Team. Registration is $60, increasing to $70 after March 10. Refunds are not available within seven days of the event unless a waitlisted player fills the slot.
What Lies Ahead
As more tournaments are added to the RTM Juniors 2025 schedule, young athletes nationwide will have the chance to compete locally. The series highlights the growing popularity of pickleball among youth, fostering development while keeping the sport accessible.
News in Brief: RTM Juniors 2025
The RTM Juniors Pickleball Tournament on March 21–22, 2025, in Fairfax, Virginia, gives young players a chance to qualify for Minor League Pickleball.
Featuring singles and doubles matches for ages 17 and under, the event awards points for RTM Cup Finals invitations in October. Registration starts at $60 and closes March 15, 2025.
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