DinkSmart Presents
Pickletopia
iPickle The Narrows
July 11-13, 2025
In the year 2025, tucked somewhere between reality and the most enthralling daydream, there existed a land whispered about in public parks and recreational centers around the globe. This fabled place did not appear on any known map created by man, yet every pickleball fanatic and iPickle member knew how to get there. A place so legendary, so perfectly-crafted by the gods of pickle, it was said that within the grounds, even the wind knew how to dink. This paradise, this pickleball Eden was called Pickletopia.
Deep in the heart of the summer, the gates of Pickletopia would swing wide open for a single, magical weekend of fearsome competition and unparalleled fun. But this was not just a tournament—it was the tournament and festival of the year. A mecca. A dreamland. A utopia built specifically for the die-hard, the dink-obsessed, and the rally-hungry. Worthy challengers from all corners of pickledom made the pilgrimage there—amateurs, pros, dreamers, and grandmas with visors. They came not merely to experience this rare spectacle in all its glory and splendor, but to compete for the glimmering custom iPickle medals, the fat $15,000 pro prize pool, and the eternal bragging rights attached to magnificent performances. In this place of pure enchantment where the beautiful concept of community reigned king, all came hungry for connection and all would leave replete with joy. In this place called Pickletopia, the world just made perfect sense, for every serve had meaning, every rally felt like destiny, and every Pickletopian unanimously agreed—this is exactly how life should be.
Welcome to PICKLETOPIA!
LOCATION:
iPickle The Narrows
1201 Potrero Ave.
South El Monte CA 91733
PLAY SCHEDULE:
Friday July 11
Men’s & Women’s Amateur Singles
Men’s & Women’s PRO Singles
Saturday July 12
Men’s & Women’s Amateur Doubles
Mixed PRO Doubles
Sunday July 13
Mixed Amateur Doubles
Men’s & Women’s PRO Doubles
PRO DIVISION PRIZE MONEY:
Men’s & Women’s Pro Singles
$1,500 for each Open Division
• 1st Place: $700
• 2nd Place: $500
• 3rd Place: $300
*Division will be cancelled if 12 player minimum is not reached*
Men’s & Women’s Pro Doubles
$4,000 for each Open division (Minimum 10 teams required)
• 1st place team: $2,000
2nd place team: $1,200
• 3rd place team: $800
*Divisions may be cancelled if 10 team minimum is not reached*
Mixed Pro Doubles
$4,000 (Minimum 10 teams required)
• 1st Place: $2,000
• 2nd Place: $1,200
• 3rd Place: $800
*Division may be cancelled if 10 team minimum is not reached*
Schedule will be finalized in early July! Tentative schedule to be released in the coming weeks.
COURTS:
52 courts (16 permanent courts, 12 dual-lined courts and 24 additional lined courts)
FORMAT:
Continuous Round Robin play with guaranteed minimum of 5 games. Depending on bracket size, full tournament play can range between 5-10 games (additional games if divisions have playoff rounds).
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT BALL/RULES:
Franklin X-40
USAP 2025 Pickleball Rules will govern.
Joola Gen 3 or 3S, Joola MOD-TA, Gearbox Pro Power Elongated and other recently delisted paddles are NOT be permitted as of July 1, 2025.
Reference the current list of approved paddles HERE
ENTRY FEES
$70 Amateur Division Entry
$100 Open Singles Division Entry
$110 Open Doubles Divisions Entry
10% discount for iPickle facility members
10% discount for Early Bird registration by Monday, June 16
***NOTE: The limited deal for DinkSmart has now ended***
Final Registration Deadline is Monday, July 7 at 11:59PM
**Late Registration Fee of $15 will be in place for any participants registering after the deadline.
Space is not guaranteed for players once registration is closed.. **
FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES
DJs and Live Music!
Panel Interviews!
Skills Challenges!
Food Trucks!
Vendors!
Giveaway Contests!
DIY Activities!
More activities and details to be announced soon!
DUPR:
All scores will be posted to DUPR with the exception of the prize money Open divisions. Players should register for free DUPR account if they have not done so already at MyDupr.com. You will also need to join the iPickle DUPR Club, which can be found at this link. Neither player on a team may have a DUPR rating higher than the division entered (eg. a 3.5 male may not play in 3.5 mixed division with a 4.05 woman as the woman is not eligible).
AWARDS:
Custom Pickletopia medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers. In cases where age divisions are combined, medals may be given to the top three overall finishers, regardless of age group.
FREE GIFT:
Every player will receive a free gift.
REGISTRATION PROCESS:
Click on the buttons below to start registration process. You may only register for yourself. Your partner must also register separately and your team registration will not be complete until both players have registered and paid. You will be asked to identify your partner and your level, DUPR rating and age group during the registration process. Both players must be fully-registered to play.
Both players must be fully-registered to play. If a player fails to pay the registration fee by the day of the tournament, the team will be withdrawn from the bracket.
REFUNDS:
If you notify us that you need to drop out more than 48 hours before the start of the tournament, we will issue a full refund.
If you notify us from 48 hours to 1 hour before the start of the tournament, we will issue a credit that can be used towards a future iPickle tournament.
If you fail to show up without notifying us that you are dropping out, we cannot issue any credit or refund.
A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT LET’S TEACH, INC.
Let’s Teach, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to teach young people how to live positive, successful lives through achieving excellence in academics, athletics and leadership. We strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. As a nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of donors, volunteers, and partners to fulfill our mission and expand our reach.
Your support helps us continue creating opportunities, fostering inclusion, and building a better future for all.