New York State Open Pickleball Tournament: The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) will host the New York State Open from August 22-24, 2025, at Pickleball Heaven, 645 National Boulevard, Medford, New York. Registration closes on August 21, 2025, at 11:55 PM EST. Entry starts at $65 per player. The tournament serves as a PPA National Qualifier for the 2025 Nationals.
About the Tournament
The New York State Open will feature men’s and women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and men’s and women’s Singles. Events are open to players with skill levels from 2.5 to 5.0+ and age groups of 19+, 35+, 50+, 60+, and 70+. Groups with fewer than four teams will be combined with another group of the same skill level. Medals and national qualification spots will be awarded for all skill and age groups, regardless of combinations.
All matches will use a Round Robin format, ensuring every player competes in multiple games.
Registration and Fees
Player registration is $65. Each skill/age event costs $15, while each open (5.0+) event costs $35. PickleballBrackets.com charges a $5 fee per player. Fees are per player, not per team. Players are responsible for registering and paying for all events they enter.
Prize Money and Opportunities
The tournament offers $5,000 in prize money, distributed among the 5.0+ divisions. As a PPA National Qualifier, players who perform well can earn spots to compete at the 2025 Nationals.
The New York State Open provides an important opportunity for amateur and advanced players to compete, earn recognition, and qualify for national-level competitions. The tournament’s structure ensures fair play and multiple matches for every participant, making it a key event on the PPA calendar.
News in Brief: New York State Open Pickleball Tournament
The New York State Open will be held August 22-24, 2025, at Pickleball Heaven, Medford, New York. The tournament serves as a PPA National Qualifier, offering $5,000 in prize money for 5.0+ divisions. Events include Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles for players 2.5-5.0 across multiple age groups. Registration closes August 21.
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