3381 St Rose Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89052
Get ready for an exciting weekend of junior pickleball at this NJP Doubles tournament, hosted at the vibrant Chicken N Pickle in Henderson, NV! This unique event brings together young players ages 8-16 for a thrilling Co-Ed Doubles competition. With divisions for all skill levels, from recreational to advanced, there’s a place for everyone to shine on the court.
Friday, March 28– Player Clinic hosted by Southern Nevada Pickleball
Saturday, March 29 – Age 12U Divisions
Sunday, March 30 – Age 13-16 Divisions
Age divisions are assigned based on the players age on the FIRST DAY of the tournament. Doubles events are Co-Ed, meaning boys and girls compete together and can be the same gender or mixed gender of any combination.
Doubles teams will play to the division of the oldest/highest skilled partner.
Divisions may be combined at the discretion of NJP to optimize player experience, based on final registration numbers.
Each event will be round robin pool play with playoff rounds. Every player will play a minimum of four games.
The top three finishers in every age/skill division and event will receive a medal.
Franklin X-40 is the Official Tournament Ball.
Courts are climate controlled indoors with permanent nets.
All players must have a (free) DUPR account before the start of the tournament. All matches are reported to DUPR.
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.
Appealing your DUPR skill level
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. 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.
3/22/25– 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.
