This Juniors-Only tournament is open to players aged 8-18 of all skill levels and will have a clinic, singles, doubles and 4-player team events.
Each event will be round robin pool play with medal round playoffs. The top three finishers in each division will receive a medal.
To ensure fair play and full divisions, NJP offers a variety of age groups and skill levels.
Please note: if a division has fewer than five players or teams, it may be combined with another closely matched group.
Singles Competition
Doubles Competition
Team Competition
Day 1 Evening: 2 hour Clinic & Social Open Play
Day 2: Singles Competition (start times vary). If this takes place on a Friday, plan to miss school to compete.
Day 3: Doubles Competition (start times vary)
Day 4: Team Competition. All Players will play from 9:00am – 4:00pm. Do NOT plan to leave early.
Exact times vary depending on location.
Please visit the tournament registration page for site specific details.
This season, NJP Tour registration is more flexible. Players will pay a base registration fee plus a per-event fee, so you can choose the events that fit your schedule.
Every player also receives an event T-shirt, a swag bag packed with goodies, refereed matches, and an unforgettable weekend of pickleball fun!
We still highly recommend playing all events for the best tournament experience—more matches, more learning, and the full NJP community vibe.
If you’re new to singles, don’t stress—many players end up loving it once they give it a try. It’s also a great way to build confidence and prepare for Dreambreaker singles on Team Day.
NJP events are designed to allow players to meet and get to know each other before committing to a partnership or team.
Players can sign up for the tournament with or without a doubles partner or team.
Players needing partners will have opportunities to meet and play with others onsite and notify the tournament director once a mutual partnership/team has been formed.
If you don’t have a doubles partner, you need to attend the Social Clinic and/or Singles Day to meet other players and select a partner. We highly recommend playing all events for the full NJP Tour experience.
Partnerships must be formed by 5pm the day prior to the event. In the event you don’t select a partner or team, NJP will select one for you.
To partner with a player in a different age/skill division
To select a Doubles Partner in the SAME age/skill division:
To Contact Another Player
You may contact a “player needing partner” through the PBrally website by clicking “View Teams” on your Doubles Division, then “Contact.” Your message will be sent to the player via email and your email address provided for them to respond.
Simply… YES! Whether you’re a regular, high-level tournament player or a novice who has never played competitively, we’ll have an appropriate bracket for you!
NJP is also a great way to join the rapidly growing Junior Pickleball community, make new friends and find new partners.
Players will automatically be placed into Singles and Doubles divisions according to their DUPR rating and age.
Player age is calculated by their age on the first day of the selected tournament.
Players cannot choose their age or skill level.
A free DUPR account is required for participation in NJP events.
DUPR Skill Divisons:
Each event may differ slightly, please refer to the event-specific tournament page, as that will always have the division details.
Standard NJP DUPR Divisions:
Note: If a player has a DUPR Reliability Rating less than 30, they may appeal their automatic level assignment. Email registration@nationaljuniorpickleball.com with reason for appeal.
Initial Placement: Players are assigned to divisions based on their DUPR rating at the time of registration.
Pre-Event Review: Two weeks before the tournament, NJP will review and update all player DUPR ratings. If adjustments are required, changes will be made as space and format allow. Players will be notified of any updates.
Single-Event Ratings: If a player has a DUPR for only one event (Singles or Doubles), that same division will be applied to both events.
During registration, do not select the event you wish to abstain from.
You will NOT be included in that event and entry at a later date if you change your mind is NOT guaranteed.
We highly recommend participating in every event for the full experience.
DUPR has partnered to make this event better than ever and get all registrants a FREE DUPR rating.
As such, make sure you have created an account for your child/children at mydupr.com or download the app.
To create a DUPR Account for Juniors under 13:
To create a DUPR account for Juniors ages 13-18:
A team will consist of 4 youth players, regardless of gender. Teams will be placed into age/skill pools depending on final registration count.
Each team will play four games per round (ex AB vs WX, CD vs YZ, AC vs WY, BD vs XZ). Each player will play TWO games with two different partners on their team each round.
Games will be to 15 win by 2, rally scoring. If the teams are tied 2-2 then a “Singles Showdown” tie-breaker will decide the winner (1 singles game to 15 win by 2, rally scoring, players switch every 4 points).
Don’t worry- we’ll do an explainer session and Q&A before hand, plus Court Monitors will be help guide you through the game!
**Note: Game scoring and format modifications may be made. Always attend player orientation for event specific format updates. **
NJP Tour events are for Juniors aged 8-18. Player age is calculated based on the FIRST day of the tournament selected.
Standard NJP Age Divisions:
Example: If you turn 13 on June 1, you would play 11-12 Jan-May and 1318 Jun-Dec.
Age divisions subject to change. Because each event may differ slightly, please refer to the event-specific tournament page for the location you’re considering, as that will always have the most accurate and current division details. NJP may combine, sub-divide or alter age divisions based on final registration numbers to provide the best overall player experience.
Divisions with less than 5 players may be combined with another closely matched age or skill division.
Doubles teams will be assigned to the division of the player of the oldest/highest skill level.
Teams will be assigned a pool of similarly competitive teams. Exact divisions and pools will be determined prior to team competition.
Divisions may be combined or divided by age or skill once registration closes to optimize bracket sizes.
Pickleball paddle certification requirements ensure fair play in tournaments by setting standards for paddle size, weight, materials, and surface properties. USA Pickleball (USAP) and the United Pickleball Association of America (UPA-A) both have certification programs. Any paddle used for NJP tournament competition have current certification by one of these two agencies.
If a paddle is not listed on either of the current certification lists, the Head Referee will be remove it from play, mark it with the players name and it will be returned at the end of the day. If the player does not have a certified replacement paddle, NJP can provide one or the player may check out a demo paddle from the facility (if available).
