Experience the best of the best in MiLP and the largest local event in the USA!
EARLY Bird Discounts: $5 off per registration fee if registered by December 31, 2025.
đ˛ Cash Prizes
Gendered v3 CASH PRIZES for all Divisions: $150 to the winning teams
MIxed MiLP CASH PRIZE for all Divisions: $300 to the winning teams
****MINIMUM FOUR (4) TEAMS PER DIVISION FOR CASH PRIZES!!!****
Assemble your team of 4ď¸âŁ and get registered!
The Dink MiLP v3 is on Friday, January 16th
Regular Mixed MiLP is on Saturday, Jan. 17th & Sunday, Jan. 18th (select Divisions to see schedule)
The Dink Minor League Info v3:
The future of pickleball is NOW: The Dink Minor League Pickleball is sweeping the nation with its innovative, fun and social amateur MLPlay⢠Team Event.
v3 is an innovative expansion of Minor League Pickleball in which teams of 3 players compete against one another. Matches consist of 3 sub-games, each to 21 points. See the rules section for additional guidelines.
Mixed MiLP FORMAT
Minor League Pickleball is an innovative team competition where teams of 4 players (2 women and 2 men) compete against each other in an engaging format, with twists on traditional match-ups and scoring for games, matches, and tiebreakers. Teams compete against each other in Matches using the MLPlay⢠format:
MLPlay⢠is an ingenious gameplay format that brings men and women together on a level playing court. In the MLPlay⢠format team matches are composed of four 21-point games, one womenâs doubles, a menâs doubles, and the final two games consisting of mixed doubles. If both teams are tied at 2-2 after the 4 games are played, theyâll go to a Dreambreakerâ˘! In a Dreambreaker⢠one person from each team plays singles against the other teamâs player, switching players every four rallies until someone gets to 21 and wins by two points.
Rules
V3 FORMAT: The Dink Minor League Pickleball v3 is a round-robin team competition with guaranteed matches. Gendered teams of 3 players are broken into divisions (based on their combined DUPR rating) to compete against each other in three 21-point games. Top teams will face off in a bracket playoff.
v3 Match Format: 3 games constitute a match. An example of the format is as follows:
Player 1 and Player 2 from each team play the first game
Player 2 and Player 3 play the second game
Player 1 and Player 3 play the third game
*Players will pick their lineups before the match starts.
The Minor League Pickleball Guarantee:
Predictable playing times and reduced waiting periods between matches.
Guaranteed 6 played games with at least 3 matches each.
A fair, level-based competitive experience - whatever your level of play
MiLP v3 DUPR Divisions:
DUPR 15 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 15.300)
***No maximum individual player DUPR
DUPR 13 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 13.300)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.600 to play in DUPR 13
DUPR 11 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 11.300)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.100 to play in DUPR 11
DUPR 9 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 9.300)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 3.600 to play in DUPR 9
Standard Mixed MiLP Format: 2 Men and 2 Women teams
DUPR Divisions
DUPR 20 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 20.999)
DUPR 18 & 18 50+ (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 18.300)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 5.100 to play in DUPR 18
DUPR 16 & 16 50+(The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 16.300)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.600 to play in DUPR 16
DUPR 14 & 14 50+ (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 14.300)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.100 to play in DUPR 14
DUPR 12 & 12 50+(The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 12.300)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 3.600 to play in DUPR 12
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellation Deadline:
To receive a refund minus the $5 technology fee and the 3% processing fee, cancellation must be received by the end of day 15 days prior to the Minor League Pickleball event start date.
Example: Event start date is June 15, 2024. Cancellation must be received by 11:59pm local time on Friday, June 1, 2024. After June 1, 2024, no refunds will be issued.
Individual Registration Refund Policy:
Individual Registrations are not guaranteed placement in a team. Players that sign up as a single player (Individual Registration) with no team and are not placed in a team, will receive a full refund minus the $5 technology fee and the 3% processing fee 3-5 business days after the event ends.
Related upcoming events
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January 24, 2026 1:00 PM - January 24, 2026 4:00 PMPlay for a Purpose
Saturday, 1/24/26
Chicken N Pickle â Wichita
1240 N. Greenwich Rd.1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Registration starts at 12:30 a.m.)
What your team wants to know!
- We have 2 levels of play to choose from:
- Competitive (one player must be female and one must be male)
- Social (male, female, or mixed)
- Each level can have up to 16 teams
- Your $120 registration fee pays for both players
- The Competitive winners will receive a cash prize
- You can support CPRF even further by participating in the silent auction
Team registration questions? Please contact Debbie Hersh at (316) 652-1547.
Sponsorship and donation questions? Please contact MariAnn Heeren at (316) 641-0292.
Sign up a team using the link below. Or, if you are unable to play, contribute to the cause using the donate button.
- We have 2 levels of play to choose from:
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January 28, 2026 6:00 PM - January 28, 2026 10:00 PMJoin us for an action-packed day of competitive pickleball! Players will battle it out in a high-energy tournament for a chance to win prize money. Top 3 Teams will earn back their entry fee. Prize money will be based on number of entries. *must sign up as a team*The tournament will start promptly at 6pm, but those registered may show up early to warm up.
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February 7, 2026 5:00 PM - February 7, 2026 10:00 PMThis is a Double Elimination Pickleball Tournament with prizes for the top finishers! Bring the energy, meet new people, and enjoy a day of spirited competition on the courts! While you play, Sandbox will have exclusive drink specials available as well!
$35 per person
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February 14, 2026 10:00 AM - February 14, 2026 1:00 PMCupid called, and he says itâs time to grab your paddle and a partnerâany partner! The Sweetheart Pickleball Tournament is open to all teams, whether you're pairing up with your better half, your best friend, or someone who just loves the game. All ages and skill levels are welcome to join the fun and compete for sweet prizes awarded to the top three teams. So pair up, show up, and let the games begin! Remember, love may be in the air, but fierce competition is on the court!
Your $75 TEAM ticket includes tournament entry, participation in Open Play prior to the tournament, and a certificate for a CNP Breakfast item or Shareable for each player. Open Play is hosted from 8am - 10am.
SOCIAL: Perfect for those who are new to the game and still sharpening their skills. Expect good vibes, friendly matches, and lots of laughs.
COMPETITIVE: For players who bring the heat! If you love a good challenge, and play with strategy and finesse, this is where the action is. Get ready to battle it out with the best!
We aim to keep Social and Competitive divisions separate, but final brackets may be combined based on overall registration. Consider it part of the fun! By registering, you acknowledge that your division may be merged if needed.
ONLY 1 TICKET IS REQUIRED PER TEAM | We welcome all team combinations to include Womens, Mens, and Mixed teams.
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February 15, 2026 All dayJoin us for an action-packed day of competitive pickleball! Players will battle it out in a high-energy tournament for a chance to win prize money. Top 3 Teams will earn back their entry fee. Prize money will be based on number of entries. *must sign up as a team*
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February 20, 2026 - February 22, 2026 All dayALL PLAYERS MUST COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING WAIVER:
https://forms.gle/PnunxFe42GcV1Rcd8
The Dink Minor League Info:
The future of pickleball is NOW: The Dink Minor League Pickleball is sweeping the nation with its innovative, fun and social amateur MLPlay⢠Team Event.FORMAT
Minor League Pickleball is an innovative team competition where teams of 4 players (2 women and 2 men) compete against each other in an engaging format, with twists on traditional match-ups and scoring for games, matches, and tiebreakers. Teams compete against each other in Matches using the MLPlay⢠format:
MLPlay⢠is an ingenious gameplay format that brings men and women together on a level playing court. In the MLPlay⢠format team matches are composed of four 21-point games, one womenâs doubles, a menâs doubles, and the final two games consisting of mixed doubles. If both teams are tied at 2-2 after the 4 games are played, theyâll go to a Dreambreakerâ˘! In a Dreambreaker⢠one person from each team plays singles against the other teamâs player, switching players every four rallies until someone gets to 21 and wins by two points. -
February 21, 2026 4:00 PM - February 21, 2026 7:00 PMTeams consist of a junior player (14-18) and an adult (30+).
Round robin pickleball matches.
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February 28, 2026 - March 1, 2026 All dayThe Dink Minor League Info:
The future of pickleball is NOW: The Dink Minor League Pickleball is sweeping the nation with its innovative, fun and social amateur MLPlay⢠Team Event.FORMAT
Minor League Pickleball is an innovative team competition where teams of 4 players (2 women and 2 men) compete against each other in an engaging format, with twists on traditional match-ups and scoring for games, matches, and tiebreakers. Teams compete against each other in Matches using the MLPlay⢠format:
MLPlay⢠is an ingenious gameplay format that brings men and women together on a level playing court. In the MLPlay⢠format team matches are composed of four 21-point games, one womenâs doubles, a menâs doubles, and the final two games consisting of mixed doubles. If both teams are tied at 2-2 after the 4 games are played, theyâll go to a Dreambreakerâ˘! In a Dreambreaker⢠one person from each team plays singles against the other teamâs player, switching players every four rallies until someone gets to 21 and wins by two points.Rules
DUPR Divisions
DUPR 20 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 20.99)
DUPR 18 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 18.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 5.10 to play in DUPR 18
DUPR 16 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 16.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.60 to play in DUPR 16
DUPR 14 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 14.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.10 to play in DUPR 14
DUPR 12 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 12.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 3.60 to play in DUPR 12Once a team registers for a Minor League Pickleball event, their ratings are âlockedâ and their DUPR increasing or decreasing will not impact the teamâs aggregate or division placement.
To sign up for any Minor League event, a DUPR account is required at the time of registration. Not rated players can play; however, their estimated rating will be verified by the tournament director.Substitute Players
A team that needs a player substitute can either edit their team by signing into Swish and making the edits themselves or a player may submit the player substitute information directly to the tournament organizer. Substitute playerâs DUPR may not cause the established teamâs aggregate to go over max eventâs aggregate.For the full Minor League Pickleball rules: https://www.dupr.com/minorleague/rules
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellation Deadline:
To receive a refund minus the $5 technology fee and the 3% processing fee, cancellation must be received by the end of day 15 days prior to the Minor League Pickleball event start date.
Example: Event start date is June 15, 2024. Cancellation must be received by 11:59pm local time on Friday, June 1, 2024. After June 1, 2024, no refunds will be issued. -
March 7, 2026 All day- Registration includes drinks, snacks, hummus bar, prize raffles.
- Premium registration includes extra goodies and a full premium lunch.
- Bring your own paddle.
- Players may register as a double or an individual basis.
- Players who register as an individual without a team captain will be paired to form groups of two.
- Must be 12 or older to participate.
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March 14, 2026 All dayFORMAT Minor League Pickleball is an innovative team competition where teams of 4 players (2 women and 2 men) compete against each other in an engaging format, with twists on traditional match-ups and scoring for games, matches, and tiebreakers. Teams compete against each other in Matches using the MLPlay⢠format:
MLPlay⢠is an ingenious gameplay format that brings men and women together on a level playing court. In the MLPlay⢠format team matches are composed of four 21-point games, one womenâs doubles, a menâs doubles, and the final two games consisting of mixed doubles. If both teams are tied at 2-2 after the 4 games are played, theyâll go to a Dreambreakerâ˘! In a Dreambreaker⢠one person from each team plays singles against the other teamâs player, switching players every four rallies until someone gets to 21 and wins by two points.
Rules
DUPR Divisions
DUPR 20 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 20.99)
DUPR 18 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 18.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 5.10 to play in DUPR 18
DUPR 16 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 16.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.60 to play in DUPR 16
DUPR 14 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 14.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.10 to play in DUPR 14
DUPR 12 (The teamâs aggregate DUPR must not exceed 12.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 3.60 to play in DUPR 12
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Once a team registers for a Minor League Pickleball event, their ratings are âlockedâ and their DUPR increasing or decreasing will not impact the teamâs aggregate or division placement.
To sign up for any Minor League event, a DUPR account is required at the time of registration. Not rated players can play; however, their estimated rating will be verified by the tournament director.
Substitute Players
A team that needs a player substitute can either edit their team by signing into Swish and making the edits themselves or a player may submit the player substitute information directly to the tournament organizer. Substitute playerâs DUPR may not cause the established teamâs aggregate to go over max eventâs aggregate.Â
For the full Minor League Pickleball rules: https://www.dupr.com/minorleague/rules