J. Pritchard Cup 2026

October 9-11, 2026 • Pickleball Tournament

October 9-11 Premium Experience

Tournament Schedule

Oct 9

Day 1 — October 9th

  • Opening Ceremony with Frank Pritchard
  • Professional exhibition & live-ball play
  • Light bites & signature cocktails
  • Giveaways
Oct 10

Day 2 — October 10th (Pool Play)

Start Time: 9:30 AM (no warmups)

  • 10 pools of 5 teams
  • Each team plays 4 matches (side-out scoring to 11, win by 2, max 15 points, approx. 15 mins per game)
  • Top 2 teams from each pool advance (~20 teams total)
  • Lunch break
  • Evening events: Skills contests, giveaways, possible professional exhibition, live-ball play
Oct 11

Day 3 — October 11th (Single Elimination)

Start Time: 10:00 AM

  • Top 4 teams get a bye
  • 16 teams (top 12 from pool play + top 4 seeded teams) compete in single-elimination knockout rounds
  • Final match: Best of 3 games, first to 15 points

Event Information

Everything you need to know

Additional Event Elements

Additional Event Elements

  • Frank Pritchard appearance and possible fan engagement
  • Live ball & skills contests
  • Fashion show & other entertainment
  • PR opportunities & televised finals
  • Trophy & prizes including trophies, giveaways, and possible on-site retail
  • On-site sponsors (e.g., beverage, car, luxury brands)
  • Possible tequila/whiskey tasting & private court for winners
Extras
Sponsorship & Club Responsibilities

Sponsorship & Club Responsibilities

  • Wear J. Pritchard gear (special pricing)
  • Agreement with J. Pritchard (onsite or online)
  • J. Pritchard hats/visors & retail opportunities
  • Each club prepared for potential sponsorship/promotions
Sponsorship
Tournament Operations

Tournament Operations

  • Software: TBD
  • Officiating: Multiple referees, professional officiating after quarterfinals
  • Pro Players: Nominate a few club pros to participate
Ops