Ellie’s MJ Pickleball Classic Returnst: The Ellie’s MJ Pickleball Classic is set to take place at the Surprise Pickleball Courts this September, promising an exciting four-day event for amateur pickleball enthusiasts. With a strong focus on competitive play and player responsibility, this tournament will feature a variety of matches and a clear format designed to test skills and provide ample opportunities for success.
Event Details
- Dates: September 27 – September 30, 2024
- Venue: Surprise Pickleball Courts, 14534 W Tierra Buena Lane, Surprise, Arizona 85374, USA
Registration Requirements
- Singles Events: Players must be registered and have paid their tournament fees.
- Doubles Events: Both players must be registered and have paid their tournament fees.
Waitlist Policy
- Teams may be moved to the waitlist if a partner (doubles) has not registered or paid.
- It is the responsibility of players to ensure compliance with tournament requirements.
Partner Replacement Policy
- Players who lose a partner must replace them with an already registered player of the same skill/age group.
- Replacements can play down in age and up in skill.
Format
- Double Elimination:
- Main Draw: Best 2 out of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2.
- Back Draw: Single game to 15 points, win by 2.
- 4-5 teams per bracket: Single round robin format, 2 out of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2.
- Brackets with 3 or fewer teams will be combined with the closest age brackets within the same skill level.
- Bronze Medal Matches: Single game to 15 points, win by 2.
- Scores: Reported to UPTR; not to DUPR.
Weather Policy
- The tournament is held outdoors. In the event of weather or unforeseen circumstances, efforts will be made to complete matches.
- If a weather-related issue arises during play, the situation will be assessed to determine if brackets can be completed or winners determined.
Refund Policy
- Cancellation Deadline: September 13, 2024
- A non-refundable $5 service fee per event applies if withdrawing before the deadline.
- No refunds after the cancellation deadline unless the Registration & Weather Insurance Policy has been purchased.
Venue Details
The tournament will be held at the Surprise Pickleball Courts, featuring:
- Surface Type: Pickleball Hardcourt Surface
- Play Area Type: Outdoor Non-Covered
- Net Type: Permanent
- Ball Used: Franklin X-40
- Number of Courts: 16
News in Brief: Ellie’s MJ Pickleball Classic Returns
Ellie’s MJ Pickleball Classic, set for September 27-30, 2024, at Surprise Pickleball Courts in Arizona, will feature competitive matches in a double elimination format. Players must ensure registration and fees are complete, or risk being waitlisted.
If a doubles partner is lost, they must be replaced by a registered player in the same skill/age group, with notifications due by 5 PM the day before play. The event uses a best-of-three format for main draw matches and a single game for the back draw. Weather conditions may affect play, with a non-refundable $5 fee for cancellations before September 13.
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