9330 W Hanna Lane, Glendale, AZ 85305
Join us for our first NJP Doubles tournament at Chicken N Pickle in Glendale, AZ!
Get ready for an exciting weekend of junior pickleball at our first-ever NJP Doubles tournament, hosted at the vibrant Chicken N Pickle in Glendale, AZ! This unique event brings together young players aged 8-18 for a thrilling Co-Ed Doubles competition. With divisions for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, there’s a place for everyone to shine on the court.
Tournament Features:
Start times for each age/skill division are listed below. Players must be present and ready to begin at this time and will risk forfeit if not onsite. End times are estimates for playoff finish.
Friday, September 20 – 18U
Saturday, September 21
FREE Dynamic Warm Up by Ty Woody + Live Ball Clinics by Hypesol Academy
(see below for more info)
Sunday, September 22 – 12U
Doubles teams will play to the division of the oldest/highest skilled partner.
This Juniors-Only tournament is open to players aged 8-18 of all skill levels. Age divisions are assigned based on the players age on the FIRST DAY of the tournament. All events are Co-Ed, meaning boys and girls compete together. Doubles partnerships can be the same gender or mixed gender of any combination. 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 medal round playoffs. All matches will be 2 out of 3 games to 11, win by 2. The top three finishers in each division will receive a medal. All matches will be reported to DUPR. Franklin X-40 is the Official Tournament Ball. Courts will be a combination of climate controlled indoor and covered outdooor with permanent nets.
Dynamic Warm Up & Live Ball Clinic (Saturday 9/21)
At NJP, we’re committed not only to fostering competition and community but also to providing opportunities for juniors to grow and develop. This exclusive, free clinic is open only to tournament participants, with sessions tailored to different skill levels for all ages.
Clinic Schedule | Saturday, 9/21
9:30-11:00 am- Beginner & Intermediate Players
10:30- Noon- Advanced Players
Each session is limited to 16 players, so be sure to sign up early!
Dynamic Warm-Up with Pickleball Sports Performance Coach Ty Woody (30 mins): Prepare your body for peak performance! Coach Ty will guide you through a dynamic warm-up, emphasizing the importance of conditioning your body to handle the intensity of the game—not just hitting the ball.
Live Ball Clinic with Hypesol Academy Coach Ryan Howard (1 hour): Continue your training with a focused live ball session designed to sharpen your skills in a real-time, game-like environment.
Warm Up & Live Ball Sign Up Form
All players should select the skill level based on the descriptions below. Please choose the level that best describes your experience.
Beginner – Familiar with the rules of pickleball and of side out scoring. Has played recreationally with friends and family. Can reliably hit the ball over the net and into the court. Little to no recorded DUPR matches.
Intermediate – Experience in local league and/or event play. Has the ability to hit basic shots (dink, drop, drive, serve, overhead) on a consistent basis. Typically has a DUPR Doubles rating 2.5-3.5
Advanced – Can execute all skills with consistency and has advanced strategy knowledge. Likely extensive competitive tournament experience OR high level Junior tennis competitive tournament experience. Typically has a DUPR Doubles rating 3.5+.
Please email info@nationaljuniorpickleball.com. Many answers on our FAQ section pertain only to NJP Regional tournaments.
9/15/24 – CANCELLATION DEADLINE:
No refunds for any reason after the CANCELLATION DEADLINE ABOVE. If you withdraw before CANCELLATION DEADLINE ABOVE, you will be issued a full refund, minus a $5 service processing fee.
