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PPA Tour’s Selkirk Kansas City Open’s Date, Venue, Prize Money and Registration Details

PPA Tour’s Selkirk Kansas City Open: The PPA Tour’s Selkirk Kansas City Open is a premier pickleball event featuring a mix of amateur and professional competition. Held at the Kansas City Elite Tennis and Wellness facility, the tournament provides a platform for players to compete alongside top professionals and participate in a range of competitive events.

Tournament Dates

Date: August 7, 2024 – August 11, 2024
Registration Period: February 17, 2024, 8:00 AM – August 3, 2024, 8:00 PM
Timezone: Central

Location:
Kansas City Elite Tennis and Wellness
14481 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, Kansas 66223, United States

Registration and Costs

  • Registration Fee: $105.00
  • PPA Tour Camp:
    • Dates: August 6th and August 7th
    • Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM each day
    • Cost: $400 per person
    • Includes:
      • 6 hours of instruction from PPA Professionals
      • 1 courtside ticket for a day of your choice
      • A recorded copy of the camp
      • 20% off apparel and 10% off paddles at the tournament
  • Refund Policy:
    • Before July 10, 2024: Full refund minus a $25 processing fee.
    • 15-30 Days Before Camp: 50% refund.
    • Within 14 Days of Camp: No refund.

Event Details

  • Amateur Players:
    • The format includes matches on the Championship Court alongside professionals.
  • Spectators:
    • Enjoy watching elite pickleball players such as Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns.
  • Organized Play:
    • Features Round Robins, Kings Court play, and more.
  • Referees and Volunteers:
    • Opportunities are available for referees and volunteers.

United Pickleball State Championship Series

  • Benefits for Medalists:
    • Gold Medalists: Free registration to the United States Championship in Dallas, TX.
    • Silver & Bronze Medalists: Discounted registration fees.
    • Contact: Medalists will receive email instructions for Dallas Championship registration.

Tournament Format

  • Amateur Format:
    • Skill Levels 5.0 & 4.5: Double Elimination, best of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2.
    • Skill Levels 4.0, 3.5 & 3.0: Round Robin or playoffs based on registration.
    • Senior Open: Double Elimination or Round Robin, depending on registration.
  • Pro Format:
    • Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
    • Qualifying Rounds: August 7, 2024.
    • Main Draw: Single Elimination, best of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2.
    • Championship Sunday: Gold and Bronze Medal Matches.
    • Note: Formats and start times are subject to change based on registration and weather conditions.

Special Events

  • $1000 Money Ball PPA Bracket:
    • Registration Fee: $75 per person.
    • Format: Coed, Double Elimination.
    • Prize Purse: $600 for 1st place, $400 for 2nd place.
    • Requirements: Partner required at registration; both players must have a rating of 5.5 or under.

Additional Information

  • Weather Policy:
    • Efforts will be made to complete matches despite weather conditions.
    • Registration & Weather Insurance Policy available.
  • Venue Details:
    • Surface Type: Tennis Hardcourt
    • Play Area Type: Outdoor Non-Covered
    • Net Type: Portable
    • Ball Used: Vulcan VPRO Flight Outdoor
    • Number of Courts: 24
    • Parking: Paid parking may apply.
  • Car Rental: Hertz services are available.
PPA Tour's Selkirk Kansas City Open
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News in Brief: PPA Tour’s Selkirk Kansas City Open

The PPA Tour: Selkirk Kansas City Open, held at the Kansas City Elite Tennis and Wellness from August 7-11, 2024, offers competitive play for amateurs and professionals. Registration, open from February 17 to August 3, costs $105. A PPA Tour Camp runs August 6-7, featuring 6 hours of instruction for $400, including various perks. Amateur events include double elimination and round-robin formats, while pro players compete in single elimination with matches starting August 7. Special events include a $1000 Money Ball PPA Bracket with a $75 entry fee. The venue features 24 outdoor hardcourt courts. Parking may be paid, and car rentals are available through Hertz.

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