Join the Kiwanis Club of San Clemente for a fun, fast-paced Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser benefiting local youth and community programs. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this one-day doubles tournament is designed to be competitive, social, and welcoming to all skill levels—all while supporting a great cause.

TOURNAMENT OVERVIEW

Format: One-Day Tournament | Doubles Only
Players: 48 total players (24 doubles teams)

Players may register as a team only. 

SCHEDULE

• 8:30 - 8:45 AM: Check-In & Warm-Up

• 8:45 - 9:00 AM: Rules & Format Explanation

• 9:00 - 11:45 AM: Pool Play

• 11:50 - 12:30 PM: Playoffs & Championship Match

TOURNAMENT FORMAT - POOL PLAY

• Teams are randomly assigned to 6 pools of 4 teams
• Round-robin format within each pool
• Each team plays 6 pool matches (3 in the Gym and 3 in the Fieldhouse)
• Pool winners advance to the playoffs

MATCH RULES

• Games played to 15 points
• Rally scoring
• Win by 1
• 12-minute time cap per match
• At the horn: finish the rally; team in the lead wins

PLAYOFFS

• 4 pool winners advance
• Championship match determines the tournament winner

SEEDING & TIEBREAKERS

Tiebreaker for group play (in order):

1. Head-to-head
2. Playoff (first to 5, rally scoring)

COURTS & FLOW

• 6 courts in use throughout the event
• Matches run continuously to stay on schedule
• Players should be ready to play when called

SPORTSMANSHIP

This is a fundraiser event focused on community and camaraderie. Good sportsmanship, respect for opponents, and cooperation with volunteers are expected at all times.

Come play pickleball, meet fellow community members, and help make a positive impact in San Clemente—we look forward to seeing you on the court! 🏓💙