DC Multisport "Battle of the Paddle" Pickleball Tournament 2026

Description

DC Multisport presents: 2026 Pickleball Fall Tournament “Battle of the Paddle”

September 26 & 27, 2026 Location: Bohnert Park (outdoor courts) 616 S. Meridian Rd, Jasper, IN

This fun, recreational non-sanctioned tournament is open to all skills levels and ages. To guarantee a participant t-shirt, you MUST register by Thursday, Sept. 11, 2026. If you register after Sept. 11, you will not receive a t-shirt.

NEW DIVISIONS and FORMAT. Details below.

Choose your partner and register now! ( ONLY the Team Captain needs to register. 1 registration/team ) Entries are limited to a maximum of 6 teams per division. $40 per team per event - includes giveaway.

If not enough teams per division; format and schedule may be changed at Tournament Director’s discretion

Format: Round Robin Play. Six (6) teams per division. Medals determined by WIN/LOSS records.

Tie breakers: · head-to-head results

· If 3 teams are tied, and then score differential

Scoring: One game to 11 points, win by 2 points. Switch sides when the first team scores 6 points.

Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals will be given in each division.

How to determine your team’s division:

AGE: Player’s age is determined by his/her age on December 31, 2026. The age of the youngest player is used to determine the age group bracket. Example: If a team has a 60 yr. old and 40 yr. old, the team registers for 54 and under category.

SKILL LEVEL: To determine your skill level, go to: usapickleball.org/player-skill-rating-definitions/

Players with partners with different skill levels: Players with 3.0 and under skill rating, may play with a partner 3.5 and over, ONLY in the 3.5 and over division. Players with 3.5 and over level, can NOT partner with a 3.0 player and play in the 3.0 and under division.

Schedule: Men's Skill Level 3.0 and Under Men’s Doubles (Age 54 and under): Saturday, September 26, 9AM Men’s Doubles (Age 55 and over): Saturday, September 26, 9AM

Men's Skill level 3.5 and over Men’s Doubles (Age 54 and under) Saturday, September 26, 11AM Men’s Doubles (Age 55 and over): Saturday, September 26, 11AM

Women's Skill Level 3.0 and under Women’s Doubles (Age 54 and under): Saturday, September 26, 1PM Women’s Doubles (Age 55 and over): Saturday, September 26, 1PM

Women's Skill Level 3.5 and over Women’s Doubles (Age 54 and under): Saturday, September 26, 3PM Women’s Doubles (Age 55 and over ): Saturday, September 26, 3PM

Mixed Skill level 3.0 and under Mixed Doubles (Age 54 and under): Sunday, September 27, 12PM Mixed Doubles (Age 55 and over): Sunday, September 27, 12PM

Mixed Skill level 3.5 and over Mixed Doubles (Age 54 and under): Sunday, September 27, 2PM Mixed Doubles (Age 55 and over): Sunday, September 27, 2PM

Balls Used: Franklin Sports X-40, Optic Yellow, the OFFICIAL ball of the 2026 Battle of the Paddle.

Players will follow rules of USA Pickleball Association, www.usapickleball.org

Proceeds for the 2026 event will go to Crisis Connection which provides 24/7 access to resources and support specifically aimed at meeting the needs of those impacted by domestic and sexual violence. Crisis Connection is made up of a passionate group of people working to eliminate the negative impact that sexual and domestic violence have in the communities we serve. Our team is made up of Victim Advocates and Prevention Advocates. Our Victim Advocates address the needs of the people that are impacted by these crimes. Our Prevention Advocates provide programming aimed at empowering youth and adults with skills to develop healthy relationships, to identify others in need and how to address unhealthy behaviors. Crisis Connection serves the Counties of Crawford, Dubois, Martin, Orange, Perry, Pike, & Spencer.