PICKLEPEDIA CHALLENGE 2026
(4 April 2026)
Join our inaugural Picklepedia Challenge 2026, a brand new pickleball tournament designed for players who have recently started their pickleball journey. The tournament aims to provide a competitive and fun platform for novice and lower intermediate players to level up their skills.

Checkout the Winners
| CATEGORY | CHAMPIONS | RUNNERS-UP | THIRD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men's Doubles | Champs | Kallang Roars | Lefty |
| Mixed Doubles | Champs | ILovePkb | PV |
Tournament Schedule
Venue: Pickle Padel Movement, Woodleigh
Secretariat: Whatsapp 65-85350113 (Darren)
| DATE | Day | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 4 April 2026 | Saturday (Starts 8am) | Men's Doubles & Mixed Doubles |
Format of Play
- The tournament consists of a total of 16 teams, divided into 4 pools of 4 teams each
- The tournament will begin with a round-robin format within each pool
- The top 2 teams from each pool will advance to the Quarterfinals elimination stage
- Matches during the pool stage and Quarterfinals will be played to 15 rally points (sudden death)
- From the semi-finals onward, matches will be played to 21 rally points (sudden death). In these rounds, teams will switch sides at 11 points
Players' Eligibility:
- Open to all age groups
- Players must have a DUPR rating of 3.2 and below
- DUPR must meet criteria at the time of registration - Slight fluctuations after registration are common and acceptable
- Any attempt to manipulate or submit fake DUPR matches with the intention of decreasing your rating will not be tolerated
- Such actions will be reported directly to DUPR for further investigation
- No DUPR eligibility complaints will be entertained after the registration closing date
- Please report any concerns before the deadline
- Podium finishers in large or major tournaments are not allowed to participate
- Paddles used must be on the USAP-approved list of paddles
Registration & Payment
- Registration Fee: SGD100 per team (Early bird $90)
- Teams are confirmed only after payment is received. Payment is to be made to PayNow account 85350113
- Please bring your NRIC on the match day for verification purposes
- Players are not allowed to change their partner and team name after 21 March 2026
- Registration fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled
- After registration & payment are made, please join our WhatsApp Group for all tournament updates
- Registration is based on first-come-first-served basis
Match Day Guidelines
- Check-in: All players must check in at least 20 minutes before their matches
- Warm-up time: Maximum 2 minutes
- Timeout: Only one timeout per team per match (30 seconds)
- No-show rule: If a player or team is not present 5 minutes after the scheduled match start, it will be considered a walkover
- Officiating: All matches are self-officiated, unless otherwise assigned by the Tournament Organiser.
- All matches will follow the prevailing 2026 USA Pickleball Official Rulebook which is accessible at https://usapickleball.org/rules/
- Line calls: Receiving team call. When in doubt, replay the point
- Umpires can overwrite player line calls if deemed incorrect
- Conduct: Any form of bad behaviour, verbal abuse, cheating, or unsportsmanlike conduct may result in disqualification at the discretion of the tournament organizers
- Partner policy: No partner changes allowed once the draw is published
Rain Policy
- In the event of rain: Wait time is 30 minutes. If play cannot resume, matches will be postponed to the following day (tentative Sunday 5th starting at 12pm).
- Players must be available at the rescheduled time; unavailability will be treated as a walkover with no refunds or credits.
Participation Terms:
- Matches will be submitted to DUPR.
- Media release: By participating, players consent to photography and videography, and grant the organizer the right to use media for promotional purposes.
- Liability waiver: All participants play at their own risk. The organizers are not liable for any injuries, accidents, or personal loss during the event.
Organiser's Rights:
- The organizer reserves the right to amend or change the rules and Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice to ensure the smooth running of the tournament.
- If fewer than 10 teams register, the event may proceed with revised prizes, or be postponed/refunded at organizer’s discretion.
Prize Money Policy:
- Prize money is guaranteed only in the event of full participation
- Prizes may be adjusted if participation is lower than expected
- The organizer reserves the right to amend prizes accordingly to maintain fairness and tournament integrity
Prizes
- Champion: SGD200 cash + medal
- 1st runner-up: SGD150 cash + medal
- 2nd runner-up: SGD100 cash + medal
Contact
Have any questions regarding Picklepedia Challenge? Drop us an email at hello@picklepedia.co
