This event will take place on February 6, 2027, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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SentryWorld Pickleball Open - First qualifying event
Friday, February 5–Sunday, February 7, 2027
Location: SentryWorld Fieldhouse (601 Michigan Ave. N., Stevens Point, Wisconsin 54481)
Tournament requirements and signup costs
All participants must have an established Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR) and provide it when registering. Each player's DUPR score will be averaged together for the team and used to determine seeding for the tournament.
Required DUPR account
Steps to getting a DUPR account and other common questions.
A DUPR account and subsequent rating are used to match up an opponent with the same skill level to keep the playing field fair.
To create an account follow these steps:
Fill out your information and select "continue" and create your new password.
Once you've created your DUPR account, sign up for the tournament.
This event does count towards your DUPR rating. Ensure you add your match and enter your scores after each game.
Tournament cost and signup information
Entry fee: $195 per player ($390 per team)
Price includes welcome dinner, breakfast, lunch, non-alcoholic beverages during tournament, and two dinner drink tickets.
Registration deadline: January 28, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. (unless full/sold out before that date)
Women’s Doubles
Men’s Doubles
This event will take place on February 6, 2027, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Mixed Doubles
This event will take place on February 7, 2027, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Need a place to stay during this event?
We’re offering a discount to participants who wish to stay at The Inn at SentryWorld during the event. Explore our luxurious rooms, then call us for details: 715-345-1600.
Tournament format
*Please note registration will close when team limits are reached. The number of pools and/or teams in pools may change, at the discretion of the Tournament Sponsor, depending on the number of registered teams in each division for each qualifying event.
Women’s and Men’s Divisions
16-team limit for each division at each qualifying event.
Assuming a full field, doubles teams will be seeded in 4 pools.
Teams will play each team in a match that consists of the best of 3 games to 11 in each pool.
Teams will then be placed into either the Gold or Silver Rounds based on results:
Gold Round: Gold Round top teams will compete to advance, with the top two teams from each pool invited to the championship event.
Silver Round: Silver Round top teams will compete for Silver Round championship only (no prize awarded for this championship).
Mixed Division
32-team limit at each qualifying event.
Assuming a full field, doubles teams will be seeded in 8 pools.
Teams will play each team in a match that consists of the best of 3 games to 11 in each pool.
Teams will then be placed into either the Gold or Silver Rounds based on results:
Gold Round: Gold Round top teams will compete to advance, with the top two teams from each pool invited to the championship event.
Silver Round: Silver Round top teams will compete for qualifying tournament championship only (no prize awarded for this championship).
Schedule and FAQ
Competition at each qualifying event will be held over two days. Review the schedule below to see when your division will play. Check out the FAQs section for more details.
Qualifying events schedule
*Please note all times are dependent upon the number of teams in each division. Tournament organizers may need to modify times and will notify players as soon as the registration closes.
Friday - February 5
Women’s and Men’s Divisions open play/practice.
Welcome dinner provided for Saturday’s participants.
Saturday - February 6
Breakfast provided—grab-and-go food available for all participants.
9 a.m. – Women’s Doubles pool play starts.
9 a.m. – Men’s Doubles pool play starts.
Lunch provided.
1 p.m. – Women’s Doubles Gold Round for finals invite and Silver Round for qualifying event champions.
1 p.m. – Men’s Doubles Gold Round for finals invite and Silver Round for qualifying event champions.
Following Saturday competition – Mixed Doubles open play/practice.
Welcome dinner provided for Sunday’s participants.
Sunday - February 7
Breakfast provided—grab-and-go food available for all participants.
9 a.m. – Mixed Doubles pool play starts
Lunch provided.
1 p.m. – Mixed Doubles Gold round for finals invite and Silver Round for qualifying event champions.
Excited to compete in SentryWorld Pickleball Open?
Registration is open now! Grab your favorite pickleball teammate and sign up today for one of our qualifying events.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
We’re excited you’re interested in our pickleball tournament. Check out the FAQs below and register soon!
The tournament ball is Franklin x40.
You can register and pay to compete in the second qualifying event February 26–28, 2027.
Yes, just notify our events team at 715-345-1600 once your registration is confirmed.
Championship prizes (per team - based on full field)*
The Championship will take place March 12-14, 2027.
*Prize amount based on participation and tiered dependent on division registration. See official rules for details. Payment made per team by cash.
Men’s and Women’s Divisions
1st place: $2,000
2nd place: $1,000
3rd place: $600
Mixed Divisions
1st place: $3,000
2nd place: $1,800
3rd place: $1,200
4th place: $600
5th place: $400
6th place: $200