UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series: Atlanta will host the next leg of the UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series (PAS) from October 4th to 6th, 2024. This tournament, held at ITA Atlanta on Presidential Drive, promises three days of competitive pickleball action across a range of singles and doubles divisions. Participants can expect a robust format featuring Round Robin play with games to 11 points, ensuring a minimum of 6 matches per player. The top teams will advance to medal matches, adding excitement with best-of-three games for higher placements. With age-based divisions from 19+ to 60+, the PAS aims to deliver a world-class experience for amateur players nationwide.
Format and Divisions
The tournament kicks off on Friday, October 4th with Men’s and Women’s Singles, followed by Mixed Doubles on Saturday, and concludes with Men’s and Women’s Doubles on Sunday. Each division operates in four-hour segments throughout the day to accommodate players of all schedules and ages. Participants register based on their event type and age category, ensuring fair competition and lively matchups.
Registration and Awards
Registration fees are set at $60 per player, with an additional $20 per division. Medals will be awarded to the top three teams or players in each level-based group, and all first-place finishers will qualify for the UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series Championships in December. A cancellation deadline of September 13, 2024, is in place, offering participants the option to purchase Registration & Weather Insurance for added flexibility.
For pickleball enthusiasts looking to test their skills in a competitive yet supportive environment, the Atlanta Qualifier presents an ideal opportunity. With its structured format and commitment to player satisfaction, the PAS continues to raise the bar in amateur sports, fostering camaraderie and excellence among players of all ages and skill levels.
| Event Name | UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series – Atlanta Qualifier |
| Date | October 4 – 6, 2024 |
| Location | ITA Atlanta, 3110 Presidential Drive, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA |
| Entry Fee | $60 per player |
| Division Fee | $20 per division |
| Event Type | Singles and Doubles (Men’s, Women’s, Mixed) |
| Age Categories | 19+, 30+, 40+, 50+, 60+ (Additional age brackets if demand exists) |
| Format | Round Robin within groups, playoffs for top teams |
| Scoring | Games to 11 points, win by 1 (Round Robin); Best of 3 games (Medal Matches) |
| Medal Matches | 1st-4th place: Best of 3 games to 11 points, win by 2 |
| 5th-8th place: 1 game to 15 points, win by 2 | |
| Divisions | Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Women’s Singles |
| Levels | Based on UTPR ratings |
| Event Schedule | – Friday, October 4: Men’s Singles & Women’s Singles |
| – Saturday, October 5: Mixed Doubles | |
| – Sunday, October 6: Men’s Doubles & Women’s Doubles | |
| Division Schedule | Divisions run in 4-hour segments: 8 AM, 12 PM, 4 PM |
| Awards | Medals for top 3 teams/players in each level-based group |
| Championship Qualification | 1st place finishers in each level-based group qualify for UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series Championships |
News in Brief: UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series
The UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series heads to Atlanta from October 4th to 6th, 2024, hosted at ITA Atlanta on Presidential Drive. This tournament features competitive action across singles and doubles divisions, offering a Round Robin format ensuring each player competes in at least 6 matches.
Medal matches will intensify the competition with best-of-three games. With age-based categories from 19+ to 60+, participants can register for events like Men’s Singles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. The event not only promises thrilling gameplay but also awards medals to top performers and qualifies winners for the season-ending Championships in December.
