March 6-9, 2025
PowerPlay Pickleball | 19401 Main St, Carson, CA 90248
We have maxed out facility capacity for this event.
If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email registration@NationalJuniorPickleball.com with the player name, age, gender, skill level and which events they would like to participate in (Singles, Doubles, Team).
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Get ready for the ultimate junior pickleball experience with NJP powered by JOOLA! This all-inclusive tournament offers everything young players need to make the most of their pickleball journey.
National Junior Pickleball is proud to welcome Skechers Pickleball as the headline sponsor of the NJP California Regional tournament! Get ready for an incredible weekend of competition, community, and exclusive Skechers experiences.
Product Demos – Test out Skechers’ latest pickleball footwear with live product demos on Saturday and Sunday.
Fun & Games! – Join the Dinking Challenge, Coloring Contest, and Pickleball Guessing Game for a chance to win a free pair of Skechers Pickleball shoes.
Exclusive Giveaways – Pick up Skechers swag, including water bottles, towels, keychains, bracelets, and 20% off Skechers in-store coupon.
Skechers Pickleball Sportsmanship Award – One boy and one girl will be recognized for outstanding sportsmanship and will receive a backpack, hat, socks, performance shirt, and a brand-new pair of Skechers Pickleball shoes.
Don’t miss this action-packed event where junior players will battle it out for medals, great prizes, and an unforgettable experience!
Junior Age/Skill Divisions * Round Robin Pool Play + Playoffs * Refereed Matches * Partner not required at sign up * Meet players & families from across the country * HAVE FUN!
All Inclusive Registration Fee for FOUR events: With a single registration fee, players gain entry to all events, including the Evaluation & Skills Clinic, Singles, Doubles, and a thrilling 4-player Team Competition. All players will also receive an event t-shirt, swag bag, and LOTS of pickleball play!
NJP powered by JOOLA is a Juniors-Only tournament is open to players aged 8-18 of all skill levels and will have a clinic & evaluation session (evening day 1), singles competition (day 2), doubles competition (day 3) and 4-player Team Competition (day 4).
Each division follows a round-robin format, leading to playoffs and medal rounds, so every player gets lots of play!
Prizes for Age/Skill Advanced Division in Singles or Doubles
The top three finishers in every age/skill division and event will receive a medal.
Doubles and Team events are Co-Ed, meaning boys and girls compete together and can be the same gender or mixed gender of any combination (example a team can have 3 boys and 1 girl OR 4 girls OR 2 boys 2 girls, or any other combination).
All players must have a (free) DUPR account before the start of the tournament. All singles and doubles matches are reported to DUPR, however Team Competition matches will NOT be reported.
The Franklin X-40 is the official ball of National Junior Pickleball tournaments.
All events are included in the registration fee. Players may choose to withdraw from any event you cannot participate in, but to get the full benefit of the tournament weekend, we HIGHLY encourage attendance at all events.
3/6 Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm Skills Clinic & Evaluation
3/7 Friday – Singles Competition (8:00 am Check in, Start times vary)
3/8 Saturday – Doubles Competition (8:00 am Check in, Start times vary)
3/9 Sunday – Team Competition (8:00 am Check in, ALL teams begin at 9:00 am)
No partner? No problem! Many players, if not most, come to NJP with no partner or team in advance! NJP has a proven system designed to allow players to meet and get to know each other before committing to a partnership or team. Learn more about finding a partner in our FAQ section.
NJP powered by JOOLA events are thoughtfully designed for Juniors to compete against players of similar age AND skill levels, ensuring an exciting and balanced experience.
Age Groups
Ages 8-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
Skill Level Definitions
Recreational – No DUPR – 2.89 DUPR
Familiar with the rules of pickleball and side out scoring. Has played recreationally with friends and family. Can reliably hit the ball over
the net and into the court.
Intermediate – 2.9-3.50 DUPR
Experience in local league and/or local tournament play. Has the ability to hit basic shots (dink, drop, drive, serve, overhead) on a
consistent basis.
Advanced – 3.51
Can execute all skills with consistency and has advanced strategy knowledge. Competitive tournament experience in local, regional and national tournament tours.
** If you believe your DUPR is not accurate and would like to be considered for a different division, email registration@nationaljuniorpickleball.com with reasons for appeal. Players will be required to attend Thursday evaluation session. Any change in skill level (up or down) will be at the discretion of Evaluators and Tournament Director with the goal of providing the best overall experience to all players. DUPR ratings will be validated before the skills & evaluation sessions. **
To provide an optimal environment, we offer a variety of subdivisions for registration, but please note that any group with fewer than five participants may be combined with another closely matched age or skill division.
Long Beach Airport (LGB) is located 10 miles from the venue and is the recommended airport to fly into for the event.
NJP has secured discounted rates at the hotels listed below!
Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach ** NJP Staff Hotel**
3635 Fashion Way, Torrance, CA 90503
6 Miles / 15 min drive from venue | $229/night discounted rate
Enjoy Californian cuisine, cocktails, and craft beers at 21 Square Bar + Kitchen or lounge by our indoor/outdoor pool. Relax in spacious rooms and suites with plush bedding, marble bathrooms, and high-speed Wi-Fi, many offering city views. $27 nightly parking fee (reduced). Adjacent to Del Amo Shopping center with restaurants, shopping and activities.
Reservations must be made by 2/13 to secure group discount rate.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Torrance – South Bay
21333 Hawthorne Boulevard Torrance, California 90503
6 Miles/ 15 min drive from venue | $239/night discounted rate
Enjoy a fitness center and outdoor pool deck, complete with a fire pit. Every stay begins with a warm DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie. Free wi-fi. $30 Nightly parking fee. Adjacent to Del Amo Shopping center with restaurants, shopping and activities.
Discounted Rate Booking Link
Check out our Tournament FAQ page for answers! Still have more questions? Email us at info (at) nationaljuniorpickleball.com.
3/2/25– CANCELLATION DEADLINE: No refunds for any reason after the CANCELLATION DEADLINE. If you withdraw before CANCELLATION DEADLINE ABOVE, you will be issued a full refund, minus a $5 service processing fee.
