MiLP National Championship: a “Best of The Best” competition where teams come together to compete against the top players in their Division! The 2024 MiLP National Championship will consist of:
6 Divisions: DUPR 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 & 22
Prize Money: $50,000
Special Events & Experiences for the competitors.
The future is NOW as Minor League Pickleball and its team format is sweeping the nation and creating the most fun and innovative play for all pickleball players across all levels!
Dates: Friday, December 13th thru Sunday, December 15th
Proposed Scheduled:
Friday, December 13th: Swag Bag Pick Up/Check In & Open Play
Saturday, December 14th: Round Robin for All Divisions
Sunday, December 15th: Bracket Playoffs (all teams guaranteed bracket playoffs)
***Event details will be confirmed and available at a later date.
Location: Missouri Pickleball Club ~ 747 Gravois Bluffs Blvd, Fenton, MO 63026
PRIZE MONEY: $50,000 to be awarded across ALL SIX DIVISIONS! Top three teams will receive a portion of the prize money with the Champions earning the most!
Related upcoming events
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January 17, 2025 - January 19, 2025 All dayThe Elite Pickleball Golden Ticket Pre-Qualifier Series is a series of USAP sanctioned pickleball tournaments that lead into the UTR Sports: Overland Park, KS Golden Ticket held May 14-18, 2025. Medalists in each of the Pre-Qualifying events will earn a 1-week pre-registration invitation before registration is opened to the general public.
The Elite Pickleball Golden Ticket Pre-Qualifier Series All medalist (Gold, Silver & Bronze) in the The Elite Pickleball Golden Ticket Pre-Qualifier Series will receive early priority registration in the below UTR Sports: Overland Park, KS Golden Ticket (5/14-18, 2025).
TOURNAMENTS:
- January 17-19, 2025 The Elite Pickleball Golden Ticket Pre-Qualifier
- March 21-23, 2025 The Elite Pickleball Golden Ticket Pre-Qualifier
- May 14-18, 2025 UTR Sports: Overland Park, KS Golden Ticket: https://bit.ly/3V2pRtF
SCHEDULE:
- Friday, January 17: Singles
- Saturday, January 18: Gendered Doubles
- Sunday, January 19: Mixed Doubles
*Brackets will be posted the day of play. Remember that brackets are subject to change until each event starts. Please review the schedule each evening before your event play day. If any start time changes happen to your bracket, we will notify you by email.
HELPFUL LINKS:
- How To: Complete an Event Registration as a Doubles Partner: https://bit.ly/3Y70Myg
- How To: Claim Your Player Profile: https://bit.ly/4f3KGfz
- Why You Should Have a Pickleball Rating: https://bit.ly/3Yqhj1B
- Become a USA Pickleball Member (Required for Sanctioned Events): https://bit.ly/3ZgzmaR
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January 17, 2025 - January 19, 2025 All day$600 Prize Money Pool for Open Bracket on SaturdayThis tournament is being played on up to 20 indoor climate-controlled courts on tennis court surface at Matrix Club in Northwest Arkansas.
Free food for players with Cash Bar. Noon to 3pm on Saturday, January 18.
Registration fee is $45 and each event is $10. Matrix members receive a $5 discount.
(To receive member discount, player must be linked to Matrix Racquet Club. Check your linked organizations on your dashboard. Add Matrix Racquet Club or email info@matrixclub.com and request to be added.)The schedule is as follows:
Friday | Men's and Women's Singles
Saturday | Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, Open Doubles
Sunday | Mixed DoublesSaturday and Sunday play may begin as early as 8am.
Specific start times for each event will be posted by the Wednesday prior to the event and are subject to change.Age level brackets within skill level will be considered following registration.
A team must play at the skill level of the higher rated player (or higher) and the age group of the younger player. Age is calculated as of 12/31/2025.
There are no referees. Matches are self-monitored. If a referee is requested, we will do our best to provide one.
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January 18, 2025 - January 19, 2025 All daySchedule
- Saturday: DUPR 14, 14 50+, 18 and 18 50+
- Sunday: DUPR 12, 16, 16 50+ and 20
Start times TBD
Early Bird Discount & Incentive
> Early Birds receive special swag bag items!
> Save $5 per player by registering before the New Year! Regular registration goes up on January 1, 2025. -
January 18, 2025 All dayMixed doubles tournament for 3.0 - 4.0 skill level players. Format is pool play (4-6 games), followed by a double elimination bracket. Tournament is limited to the first 16 teams. Entry fee is $20 per person. Must register by 5 PM on Friday, January 17. Sign up at the front desk. Players may begin warming up at 9:30 AM and tournament play begins at 10:00 AM.
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January 18, 2025 10:00 AM - January 18, 2025 1:00 PMSocial and Competitive Brackets [Pool Play and Single Elimination]
$100 per team -Each person receives a $10 Chicken N Pickle gift card
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January 18, 2025 1:00 PM - January 18, 2025 4:00 PMIntermediate and Advanced Mixed Doubles Tournament at Tap N Paddles. $40 per team. Court Reserve credit will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place teams.
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January 20, 2025 11:00 AM - January 20, 2025 3:00 PMCelebrate MLK Day with a fun and inclusive Pickleball Tournament on January 20th at The Sandbox at Goddard! This mixed team tournament is open to all skill levels, so whether you're just starting out or an experienced player, there's a place for you! The tournament will run from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, offering a great opportunity to get active and enjoy the game.Details:-
Date: January 20th
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Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Location: The Sandbox at Goddard
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Format: Pool Play + Single Elimination Bracket - 5 game minimum
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Skill Level: All levels welcome
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Entry Fee: $50 per team
Grab a partner, bring your competitive spirit, and join us for a day of pickleball fun in honor of MLK Day! Register now and don't miss out on the action! -
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January 25, 2025 - January 26, 2025 All dayGender based Team’s. Play will begin at 8:00am on Saturday January 25, 2025.
Men’s teams will play Saturday January 25 and Women’s teams will play Sunday January 26.
Each division start time will be determined based on total teams entered.
Up to $600 awarded to the Division Champions based on the number of teams in your division.Rules
FORMAT
IPN Team PIckleball is an innovative MLP Style team competition where teams of 4 same gender players compete against each other in an engaging format, with twists on traditional match-ups and scoring for games, matches, and tiebreakers.
COIN TOSS
At the start of each match, there will be a coin toss (or similar random selection). The
winner will make a choice between these three options:
● Choose to be either the Home or the Away team
● Choose to start each game serving or receiving (if you choose serve, your team will serve first throughout the match including the tiebreaker if needed)
● Choose which end of the court to start.
After the winner makes a choice, the loser will make a choice between the two
remaining options. After the loser makes their choice, the winner will make a decision
on the last option available.The player order will be decided at each match coin flip with Home team reacting to visitor player selection. The games for each match will be played in the following order:
Team A player 1 & 2 vs Team B player 1 & 2
Team A player 3 & 4 vs Team B Player 3 & 4
Team A player 1 & 3 vs Team B player 1 & 3
Team A player 2 & 4 vs Team B player 2 & 4IPN Team Pickleball team matches are composed of four 21-point games, rally scoring. You must win by 2 and win on your serve. The away team sets their lineup first and the lineup is the same for the four games in that match.
If both teams are tied at 2-2 after the 4 games are played, they’ll go to a tiebreaker where one person from each team plays singles against the other team’s player, switching players every three rallies until someone gets to 15 and wins by two points. The home team will set their lineup first for the tiebreaker.
To sign up for any IPN Team 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. All players must join the InPickle Nation DUPR Digital Club via their DUPR app.
DUPR Divisions:
DUPR 18 (The team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 18.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 5.10 to play in DUPR 18
DUPR 16 (The team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 16.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.60 to play in DUPR 16
DUPR 14 (The team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 14.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 4.10 to play in DUPR 14
DUPR 12 (The team’s aggregate DUPR must not exceed 12.30)
**Maximum individual player DUPR cannot exceed 3.60 to play in DUPR 12 -
January 25, 2025 11:00 AM - January 25, 2025 3:00 PMParent & Child Pickleball Tournament on January 25th at Sandbox Goddard! This fun and competitive event is perfect for families to bond while enjoying the fast-paced action of pickleball.-
Date: January 25th
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Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Location: Sandbox Goddard
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Cost: $50 per team
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Format: Pool play followed by single elimination
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Team Composition: One player must be over 18, and the other must be under 18.
Whether you're a seasoned pickleball player or a first-timer, this tournament promises exciting matches and great prizes. Come out and show your skills in a family-friendly atmosphere! -
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January 25, 2025 2:00 PM - January 25, 2025 7:00 PMEvent Timing: Saturday, January 25th; 2:00-6:30pm
Event Location: Hidden Trails; 6501 S Country Club Dr, OKC, OK 73159
An email will be sent the week of the tournament with additional information. Contact Jennifer Harjo at 405-887-7533 with any questions.
This is for women 3.50 to 3.99. If you have a rating lower than the suggested level, you are still welcome to sign up and play! They are just not allowing players above the suggested level.