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Welcome to the 2026 Harvest Cup! Harvest Cup is about more than competition. It's about bringing people together through pickleball, creating opportunities for players of all levels, and building a community where everyone feels welcome. Our mission is to serve our community, encourage growth, create opportunities for players of all levels, and provide a positive experience for everyone.
📅 Tournament Information
Registration Closes: November 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM
Entry Fee: $50 per player + applicable taxes and fees
Register here: https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/2026-harvest-cup/events
Tournament Schedule Released By: November 22, 2026
Tournament Dates & Schedule
Friday, November 27: Women's Doubles – All skill levels. Start times as early as 8:00 AM.
Saturday, November 28: Men's Doubles – All skill levels. Start times as early as 8:00 AM.
Sunday, November 29: Mixed Doubles – All skill levels. Start times as early as 8:00 AM.
Important: This is a doubles tournament. Players must register with a partner.
This is a DUPR-recorded tournament. All matches will be recorded and submitted to DUPR.
🎾 Divisions & Skill Levels
The tournament will offer the following divisions:
Men's Doubles
Women's Doubles
Mixed Doubles
Available Skill Levels:
3.0–3.24
3.25–3.49
3.5–3.74
3.75–3.99
4.0–4.24
4.25–4.49
4.5 - 4.99
5.0+
Skill Level Requirements
Teams must register according to the highest DUPR-rated player on the team. Both players must meet the eligibility requirements for the division selected.
Example: Player A has a DUPR rating of 3.70, and Player B has a rating of 4.00. The team must register in the 4.0–4.24 division or higher.
Players may compete in only ONE skill level per division.
👥 Division Capacity
Each division has the following registration limits:
Minimum: 6 teams
Maximum: 12 teams
If a division does not receive at least 6 registered teams by the registration deadline, that division will be canceled.
Affected teams may choose to:
Move to the next available skill level, provided space is available and the team meets the division's eligibility requirements; or
Receive a refund of their registration fees. Applicable taxes and processing fees are non-refundable.
🏆 Tournament Format
The following format is based on a full 12-team division. Match formats and scheduling may be adjusted based on the final number of registered teams.
POOL PLAY
Each team will play 5 pool-play matches.
Each match consists of one game to 11 points, win by 1.
Standings will be determined by:
Win/loss record.
Point differential, if necessary.
The top 8 teams will advance to the single-elimination bracket.
BRACKET PLAY
Single-elimination format.
Matches consist of one game to 15 points, win by 2.
THIRD-PLACE MATCH
One game to 15 points, win by 2.
CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Best 2 out of 3 games.
Each game is played to 11 points, win by 2.
Match formats, divisions, and schedules are subject to change based on registration numbers and tournament needs.
🥇 Prizes & Payouts
Divisions Rated 3.74 & Under
1st Place: $100 cash + medals
2nd Place: Score Hub credit + medals
3rd Place: Score Hub credit + medals
Divisions Rated 3.75+
50% of the division's collected registration entry fees will be allocated to that division's prize pool.
Prize distribution:
1st Place: 50% of prize pool + medals
2nd Place: 30% of prize pool + medals
3rd Place: 20% of prize pool + medals
Prize pools are calculated from registration entry fees collected for the division, excluding applicable taxes and processing fees.
Our goal is to encourage competitive play, reward players for pushing themselves, and create opportunities for our community to challenge themselves and grow!
📊 DUPR Eligibility Verification
After registration closes on November 20, 2026, all players' DUPR ratings will be reviewed to verify division eligibility.
Each player's verified DUPR rating will be locked for tournament placement after registration closes.
DUPR rating changes after the registration deadline will not affect division placement.
Players registered in a division that does not match their verified DUPR eligibility may be moved to the appropriate division.
Tournament directors may contact affected teams before finalizing the tournament schedule.
Tournament directors reserve the right to reclassify teams when necessary to maintain fair and competitive play.
If your team requires reclassification, you will be contacted before the tournament.
🏓 Official Tournament Ball
The Lifetime Ball will be the official tournament ball.
Tournament balls will be provided for matches only.
🏟️ Facility Information
Please review the following facility guidelines before attending:
Admission: Free to enter the facility.
Outside food and beverages: Not permitted. Water is allowed.
Food and beverages: Please support Score Hub's Kitchen & Bar at Court #9 by purchasing food and beverages on-site.
Children: Must be supervised by a parent or responsible adult at all times.
We appreciate your cooperation and support of our host facility.
🤝 Sportsmanship & Conduct
All players and spectators are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and treat opponents, partners, tournament directors, and volunteers with respect at all times.
Disrespectful, disruptive, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
Tournament directors reserve the right to ask any individual to leave the facility if their behavior is deemed disrespectful, disruptive, or inconsistent with our sportsmanship expectations.
Let's create a competitive, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for everyone!
🔄 Tournament Changes
Tournament directors reserve the right to modify the tournament schedule, format, divisions, or other event details as necessary due to unforeseen circumstances or to ensure the successful operation of the event.
Any tournament updates or schedule changes will be communicated to registered players through the tournament platform and our website.
WITHDRAWAL & REFUND POLICY
Withdrawals on or before November 20, 2026: Registration fees are refundable. Applicable taxes and processing fees are non-refundable.
Withdrawals after November 20, 2026: Registration fees are non-refundable.
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