Tournament Highlights:

• DUPR Sanctioned: Round-robin format with medal rounds depending on bracket size.

• Quick Bracket Play: Finish within 3.5 hours with a minimum of 5 matches (4 matches to 15 if applicable)

• Free T-Shirt to all registered players

• Custom Medals: Awarded to the top 3 teams

• Complimentary Water and Granola bars for all players. The Venue prohibits outside food. They have food and drinks for purchase.

 

OPEN RULES

• Round Robin with Playoffs

• Minimum of 8 Teams

• Prize money is split from registration profit, 30% to Diamond League Pickleball and 70% back to the prize pool. Simply stating, the more registrants, the more prize money.

 

Event Details:

• Date: May 17 and 18 (Saturday & Sunday)

• Location: Wolf + Bear. 14911 Calvert St, Van Nuys, CA 91411 (Restrooms and parking available on-site)

 

Schedule:

• May 17th, Saturday, 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  All Women’s & Men’s Doubles (except for Men’s 4.5)

• Sunday, May 18th: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
  All Mixed Doubles, Men’s 4.5, Mixed Open

• Detailed schedule to be released on May 12th (subject to court availability).

 

Divisions:

Saturday, May 17th

·         Women's 2.5     (12+)

·         Women's 3.0     (12+)

·         Women's 3.0     (50+)

·         Women's 3.5     (12+)

·         Women's 3.5     (50+)

·         Women's 4.0+.  (12+)

·         Women's 4.0+   (50+)

·         Men's  3.0          (12+)

·         Men's  3.0          (50+)

·         Men's  3.5          (12+)

·         Men's  3.5          (50+)

·         Men's  4.0          (12+)

·         Men's  4.0          (50+)

 

Sunday, May 18th          

·         Men's  4.5+        (12+)

·         Men's  4.5+        (50+)

·         Mixed  2.5          (12+)

·         Mixed  2.5          (50+)

·         Mixed  3             (12+)

·         Mixed  3             (50+)

·         Mixed  3.5          (12+)

·         Mixed  3.5          (50+)

·         Mixed  4             (12+)

·         Mixed  4             (50+)

·         Mixed  4.5+        (12+)

·         Mixed Open                    

• Note: Some age groups may be combined for optimal round-robin groupings.

 

Play Courts:
11 courts available

 

Tournament Format:

• Round-Robin Play: Guaranteed minimum of 5 games (4 game minimum will play 15 point rounds), depending on bracket size.

• Medal Rounds: For brackets with 10 or more teams.

• Tiebreakers: Head-to-head results, followed by point differential.

 

Registration Fees & Deadlines:

• $75 per person for the first event.

• $45 per person for an additional event.

• Early Bird Discount: $10 off until April 5th, 11:59 PM.

• Final Registration Deadline: May 10th, 11:59 PM.

• No refunds after May 10th, 11:59 PM.

 

Registration Guidelines:

• Enter Both Players’ Information: During checkout, ensure both players register and pay by the deadline.

• Waiver Agreement: By registering, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in the Waiver, Release of Liability, and Participant Conduct Agreement. Please review the document carefully before completing your registration.

• Payment Options: Credit Cards are accepted safe and secure through STRIPE. 

• Confirmation: After successful online registration, you will receive a confirmation email and your name will added to the division.

• Refund Policy: Withdrawals before the registration deadline will be refunded one week after the deadline, minus a $3.50 processing fee per transaction. No refunds or credits after the deadline for any reason, including weather conditions.

• Both players in a team must complete payment by the deadline. Teams with incomplete registrations and payment will be moved to the waiting list.

• Changes: Email hello@diamondleaguepb.com before the registration deadline for any changes (partners, divisions, DUPR ID, contact info, etc.). No changes will be allowed after the deadline.

 

Rules:

• Official Ball: FRANKLIN X-40

• Regulations: USAPA 2025 pickleball rules apply. Only USAPA-approved paddles are permitted. Net serves are in continuous play. Out calls must be clear and loud.

• Age & Rating Compliance: Both partners must be aged 50+(or turn 50 in year 2025) to enter the 50+ division. If one partner is under 50, the team must enter the 12+ division. Partners can play above their DUPR rating but not below. If both partners are rated 3.49 or below, they may enter the 3.0 division. For the 3.5 division, both must be rated 3.99 or below. DUPR ratings are checked 3 days before end of registration.

• Disqualification: Registering in a lower division than your rating may result in disqualification.

 

DUPR Requirements:

• Match Recording: All matches will be recorded to DUPR. Results will be uploaded within 2 weeks after the tournament.

• DUPR Account: All players must have a DUPR account before registering.

  1. Sign up for a free account at mydupr.com if you don't already have one.

  2. Join the Diamond League Pickleball club through this link to ensure accurate score recording.

Spectator Information:

• Spectators are welcome in the lounge are! Standing room for viewing is limited.

 

Questions?

Email us at hello@diamondleaguepb.com.