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The mission

Poverty is a serious issue but raising funds and awareness about poverty
doesn’t have to be! This fun-filled, competitive event supports the struggling families that we serve at the South Jersey Dream Center. AND it will make an impact in your life knowing that you are touching the lives of others AND “playing for a purpose”. TOGETHER we are breaking the cycle of poverty in South Jersey.

Registration Dates

Open - January 2, 2025
Close - To be determined

registration

$50 donation per player registration fee, $10 additional donation for each event
All donations are tax-deductible
Registration is not complete until BOTH players are registered
Player's age as of 12/31/25
Minimum Age of Player is 18
Players must “level up” to the highest skill level on the team
Players must “age down” to the youngest player on the team
Older players are permitted to “age down” to a younger age group
Online Waiver must be agreed to at time of registration
Online payment is made at time of registration
Every registrant receives a South Jersey Dream Center free giveaway
Brackets are posted several days before tournament
No refund for cancellations made after (to be determined)
Substitutes are permitted with same skill level and in same age group
150 player capacity, waitlist available
As a 501c3 non-profit organization, all player registration fees are tax-deductible

Event Schedule

7:00am - Check In
8:00am - Opening Ceremony
8:15am - Mixed Doubles Brackets Begin
(Players will be notified of exact start time for their match)
Mixed Doubles - Up to 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and above - 18+, 45+, 60+
12noon - Check In
12:30pm - Men’s and Women’s Doubles Brackets Begin
(Players will be notified of exact start time for their match)
Women’s Doubles -Up to 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and above - 18+, 45+, 60+
Men’s Doubles -Up to 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and above - 18+, 45+, 60+

Special Events

Raffles
Paddles, Merch, Lessons, 50/50

event format and general information

Format
Round Robin, all teams play each other one time in each bracket.

Scoring
Games are played straight to 11 (or 15 depending on the size of the bracket), no overtime. Winners based on total wins. Tiebreakers are determined by head-to-head winner.

Court Monitors
There will be two court monitors assigned to every bracket.

Brackets
At the Tournament Directors’ discretion, brackets may be adjusted. Registering for this tournament means you accept that this may happen. This is your notification that you may be merged with younger players. The 60+ brackets will be combined by age first, then skill.

Awards
First, second, third place medals awarded for each skill level, even if combined.

Rules and Sanctioned Designation
To the best of our ability, this tournament adheres to the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) Rulebook. This is a non-sanctioned event.

Tournament Flyer
Download a tournament flyer HERE.

Facility Details

Location details to follow.

Player registration

Each player must register individually. $60 registration fee for one event, and an additional $10 for a second event. All fees are tax-deductible. Players must complete a waiver and make payment during the registration process. Important: You are not fully registered until both partners have registered.

Make a Donation

When you've hit hard times, even the small things like milk for cereal and diapers adds up to a lot of money. The good news is that any amount can go a long way to provide meals for hurting families. All financial gifts are tax deductible, and a receipt for your contribution will be provided for your records.

Be a Sponsor

Let us help your company or organization care for the community. You’ll be amazed how your leadership can add up to a lot of changed lives. Sponsorship can also give you visibility in the community as a caring business or group, while at the same time contributing to the success of Pickleball Against Poverty

Volunteer

 There are all kinds of ways to get involved with Pickleball Against Poverty.  We need people who are energetic and want to be a part of something big.  Do you love clerical work, are you a people-person, or can you help us with registration, or keeping score?  There's a place for everyone at this tournament. Sign up today to save a spot for you, your organization or family.