Chico Classic 4th Annual Pickleball Tournament

Description

The Chico Pickleball Tournament is sponsored by the Chico Area Recreation District and is scheduled for Saturday, May 14th (Mixed Doubles) and Sunday, May 15th (Men’s and Women’s Doubles) at the Community Park, Chico, CA.

Format: Final brackets will be created by age and skill levels if registration permits after registration closes. The format will be round robin with medal play for the four top teams in each bracket. The two top teams in each bracket will play for gold and silver, and the next two teams will play for bronze.

Brackets must have at least 4 teams with a maximum of 7 teams per bracket. When skill levels, such as women's 3.0, have more than seven teams, brackets will be created by age breakdowns into smaller brackets. The number and size of brackets will be determined by the number of players signed up for each skill level. Each team will play a minimum of four games. If a bracket is created with four teams, the teams will play a double round robin with games to 11 (win by one). If a bracket is created with five teams, the teams will play a single round robin of games to 15 (win by one). If a bracket is created with six teams, the teams will play a round robin of games to 15 (win by one). If a bracket is created with seven teams, the teams will play a round robin of games to 11 (win by one). All metal matches will be one game to 15 (win by two).

Cost: $50 which includes 1 event; $10 for a second event.

Skill levels
You must sign up at the skill level of the higher rated partner. Players with a PickleballBrackets.com rating must use that rating. Players with a USAPA UTPR rating but no PickleballBrackets.com rating must use the UTPR rating. Players with neither rating may self rate. Ratings will be verified when registration closes. The tournament reserves the right to move players and teams between brackets. Age limit deadline will be as of 12/31/2022.

*Registering Together As A Team (TIP) : For a guaranteed spot in the tournament, the second partner must sign up within 7 days of the first partner's registration. Incomplete teams will be moved to the waiting list after that. Once the second partner registers, they will be moved back into the event if there is space.

Other items
In the case of wait lists, teams will take priority over individuals. Our goal is to accommodate as many people as the schedule will allow - but at the same time have a well-rounded tournament with brackets based on a combination of skill level and age.

**** AGE NOTE: When registering, you will NOT see any age divisions. Based on the registration, teams will be put in brackets based on age and skill level. Brackets will be limited to 5 or 6 teams.
For age divisions, a team must play at the age of the younger player.

This is an non sanctioned outdoor tournament with 18 courts. Start times for your bracket will be announced the week of the tournament.

All start times are subject to change and brackets might be merged or split based on event registration.

Additional Information

If you would like to volunteer, please go to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0D4BA9AE2CAAF58-chico1 and sign up.

Ample parking is available on-site. There will be a food vendor during part of each day. Shopping and restaurants are located close to the park. Pets, on leash, are allowed in the park. No alcohol is allowed in the park. Restrooms are located near the courts. This is a large park with ball fields and a play area with swings and slides for kids.

Hotel Information

Oxford Suites - includes breakfast. Close to In and Out and Krispy Kreme
Check in May 13, Check out May 15, 2022
$179 King Suite
$189 2QN Suite

You can call the hotel at 530-899-9090 and ask for the Chico Classic Pickleball Tournament to get the rate, or if they would prefer to book online, they can book using this link and it will direct them to their own group promo code: https://reservations.oxfordsuiteschico.com/106548?groupID=3459436#/guestsandrooms

Rooms are being held until April 15, 2022, after that they will be released and reservations will be based on availability.

Double Tree by Hilton - about same distance to courts as Oxford Suites.
Hello there!
We're glad you can join us for CHICO CLASSIC PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT. We have rooms reserved at DoubleTree by Hilton Chico for May 13, 2022 through May 15, 2022. Booking is simple: just select "Book a Room".
Rate is $179 either King or Two Queens.

Refund Policy

If the program/event is cancelled by CARD for one of the following reasons:

WEATHER CANCELLATION
CARD will first look to reschedule the event/program
If no reschedule available:
Refund of 75% of registration fees (or)
100% “House Credit” to be used on future CARD event/program

COVID GUIDELINES DO NOT ALLOW FOR EVENT
CARD will first look to reschedule
If no reschedule available:
Refund of 75% of registration fees (or)
100% “House Credit” to be used on future CARD event/program

FACILITY UNAVAILABLE (natural disaster, public safety, other unforeseen circumstances)
CARD will first look to reschedule
If no reschedule available:
Refund of 75% of registration fees (or)
100% “House Credit” to be used on future CARD event/program

If the Client/Participant withdraws or cancels their registration prior to event:

14 days or more to start of event
Full Refund - $15 cancellation fee

3 -13 days prior to start of event
Refund of 50% of registration fees (or)
100% “House Credit" to be used on future event

72 hours or less
NO REFUND

Participant No-Show
NO REFUND

*Refunds will not include 3rd party registration fees and/or payment processing fees

*Replacement Players/Subbing* If you or your partner contact the tournament director with a suitable substitute player, we will try to make arrangements for the sub to play in your stead.. No guarantees are promised in such cases, but we always try to be flexible in the case of last-minute substitutions. The substitute must meet the age and skill level of that bracket. Payment details must be worked out amongst yourselves.

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