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MiLP Hits Peoria in Southwest Regional Showdown on October 5

MiLP Hits Peoria in Southwest Regional Showdown: The Southwest Regional Showdown, hosted by InPickle Nation and sponsored by JustPaddles, is set to redefine pickleball competition in October. This innovative tournament features Minor League Pickleball’s MLPlay format, offering a unique, engaging experience with a focus on social and competitive play. Assemble the team and join the action at this premier regional event!

Event Details

  • Dates: October 5-6, 2024
  • Venue: The Pickle Guild, 7586 West Thunderbird Road, Peoria, AZ 85381
  • Start Time: October 5, 8:00 AM MDT
  • End Time: October 6, 9:00 PM MDT
  • Organizer: InPickle Nation

Tournament Format

The Southwest Regional Showdown follows the MLPlay format, where teams of four players (2 women and 2 men) compete in an engaging setup. Each match includes four 21-point games—women’s doubles, men’s doubles, and two mixed doubles.

If the score is tied 2-2, teams move to a Dreambreaker. In this tiebreaker, one player from each team competes in singles, switching every four rallies until a player reaches 21 points with a two-point lead.

DUPR Divisions Schedule

Saturday, October 5:

  • DUPR 20: Team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 20.30
  • DUPR 16: Team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 16.30
  • DUPR 12: Team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 12.30
  • Maximum individual player DUPR 3.60

Sunday, October 6:

  • DUPR 22: Team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 22.99
  • DUPR 18: Team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 18.30
  • DUPR 14: Team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 14.30
  • Maximum individual player DUPR 4.10

Prizes & Dream Ticket

  • Medals: 1st through 3rd place teams will receive official Minor League 2024 Regional Medals.
  • Dream Ticket: The gold medalist team earns a Dream Ticket to the National Championship, guaranteeing a spot in their qualified division, provided all four original team members are present. Teams can substitute up to two players if necessary. If a top team cannot attend with at least two original members, the 2nd place team will be offered their Dream Ticket.

Registration & Requirements

  • Registration: A DUPR account is required to sign up. Players must join the InPickle Nation DUPR Digital Club and have the SWISH App linked to DUPR.
  • Single Registrations: Notate team name and DUPR division. If a team cannot be formed, the tournament director will assist in placement, with refunds for unplaced players.
  • Substitute Players: Submit substitute details to the tournament director. Substitute player’s DUPR must not exceed the event’s aggregate limit.

Additional Information

  • Official Ball: GAMMA Chuck
  • Swag: Participants will receive a swag item from Minor League Pickleball.
  • Cash Prizes: Cash prizes will be awarded to Division Winners.

News in Brief: MiLP Hits Peoria in Southwest Regional Showdown

The Southwest Regional Showdown, hosted by InPickle Nation and sponsored by JustPaddles, will take place on October 5-6, 2024, at The Pickle Guild in Peoria, AZ. This Minor League Pickleball event features the MLPlay format, offering a 4-match guarantee and regional medals for top teams.

Gold medalists earn a Dream Ticket to the National Championship. Players must register with a DUPR account and the SWISH app, and substitutes are allowed under specific conditions. Cash prizes will be awarded to division winners.

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