PEM In-House Tournament
Please join us for our annual mixed doubles tournament honoring Karl Kunz.
This event is open to players from all skill levels. We will also provide lunch during the tournament. Bring your favorite beverage and chair, and we will do the rest. More details to come...
This event is open to players from all skill levels. We will also provide lunch during the tournament. Bring your favorite beverage and chair, and we will do the rest. More details to come...
About Karl...
Karl was responsible for prompting Roberts Resorts to build the first two courts here at the resort. He spent endless hours teaching people how to play the game and promoting the sport he loved so much. Sadly, Karl passed away suddenly in October, 2011, before he had the chance to realize the magnitude of his efforts. This annual tournament is in honor of his memory and we encourage players of all skill levels and ability to join in the fun and competition.
Karl was responsible for prompting Roberts Resorts to build the first two courts here at the resort. He spent endless hours teaching people how to play the game and promoting the sport he loved so much. Sadly, Karl passed away suddenly in October, 2011, before he had the chance to realize the magnitude of his efforts. This annual tournament is in honor of his memory and we encourage players of all skill levels and ability to join in the fun and competition.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Format will be mixed doubles for skill levels 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.0/3.5 combo, 3.5 and 4.0+. Those in the 3.0/3.5 combo group consist of one 3.0 and one 3.5 player - for a total combined skill level of 6.5. We will also have a 3.5 men's doubles event for those who don't have a female partner for mixed. For 3.5 men's doubles, if you received a medal in our in-house tournament in January you can only partner with someone who did not receive a medal. In the event there aren't enough teams in an event to create a bracket, the Tournament Committee reserves the right to combine skill groups (with separate medals awarded for each group) or let players opt out. Players may play at a higher skill level by choice; in such cases separate medals will not be awarded.
You must be a resident staying in the resort (or scheduled to stay here) for a minimum of 30 days in order to participate. If you have stayed in the resort for at least 30 days in the last year, or you are scheduled to stay in the resort at least 30 days around the time of the tournament, you qualify to enter.
If you don't have a partner but still want to play we can try to link you up with someone. Go ahead and register and indicate that you are a player "needing a partner." We will not link up players without their consent.
Start time is 8:00 AM or after (to be announced closer to the tournament date).
New this year! We will only have referees for the medal matches. For regular games, players will self officiate, but we will have roving rules experts on hand who can help answer questions and settle disputes.
Specific times for when each skill group starts will be determined closer to the tournament date and posted on Pickleballtournaments.com and sent to players via email.
Players need to check in 30 minutes before their event is scheduled to start. If you have a "bye" please make sure you are there when your group is scheduled to start (in case the bracket changes due to opponent forfeit or other circumstances).
Those playing first thing in the morning can report directly to their assigned court after checking in. Someone will be there to greet you or will come to your court to give you your score sheet and provide instructions. From that point forward, players will report to the event desk when their match is called.
Brackets will be posted in the morning on day of play on Pickleballtournaments.com and at the courts.
Format will be mixed doubles for skill levels 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.0/3.5 combo, 3.5 and 4.0+. Those in the 3.0/3.5 combo group consist of one 3.0 and one 3.5 player - for a total combined skill level of 6.5. We will also have a 3.5 men's doubles event for those who don't have a female partner for mixed. For 3.5 men's doubles, if you received a medal in our in-house tournament in January you can only partner with someone who did not receive a medal. In the event there aren't enough teams in an event to create a bracket, the Tournament Committee reserves the right to combine skill groups (with separate medals awarded for each group) or let players opt out. Players may play at a higher skill level by choice; in such cases separate medals will not be awarded.
You must be a resident staying in the resort (or scheduled to stay here) for a minimum of 30 days in order to participate. If you have stayed in the resort for at least 30 days in the last year, or you are scheduled to stay in the resort at least 30 days around the time of the tournament, you qualify to enter.
If you don't have a partner but still want to play we can try to link you up with someone. Go ahead and register and indicate that you are a player "needing a partner." We will not link up players without their consent.
Start time is 8:00 AM or after (to be announced closer to the tournament date).
New this year! We will only have referees for the medal matches. For regular games, players will self officiate, but we will have roving rules experts on hand who can help answer questions and settle disputes.
Specific times for when each skill group starts will be determined closer to the tournament date and posted on Pickleballtournaments.com and sent to players via email.
Players need to check in 30 minutes before their event is scheduled to start. If you have a "bye" please make sure you are there when your group is scheduled to start (in case the bracket changes due to opponent forfeit or other circumstances).
Those playing first thing in the morning can report directly to their assigned court after checking in. Someone will be there to greet you or will come to your court to give you your score sheet and provide instructions. From that point forward, players will report to the event desk when their match is called.
Brackets will be posted in the morning on day of play on Pickleballtournaments.com and at the courts.
Registration - Opens Friday, February 9
Registration Process
STEP 1: REGISTER ON LINE
Both you and your partner must register on line, either through Pickleballtournaments.com (the preferred method) or by using our on-line form below.
1) Pickleballtournaments.com - If you already have an account with Pickleball Tournaments (PT), please use that method. If you don't have a Pickleball Tournaments account, please help us by setting one up and registering that way. The system will guide you through the process and once your account is set up you can use it to register for all future in-house and outside tournaments. Our tournament is listed as "Pueblo El Mirage Karl Kunz Memorial Tournament". If you have problems, check out the following resources.
2) On-line Form (below) - The other option is to complete the on-line form below and we will put you in the system. Make sure your information is accurate and complete so we can put you in the correct event and link you up with your partner. Both you and your partner need to complete the form so we have all your contact information.
STEP 2: PAY YOUR REGISTRATION FEES
Cost is $10 per player. Once you've registered, submit your $10 registration fee to Rich Baumann, site F29. Form and self-addressed envelope available at bulletin board. Pay cash or make check payable to Pueblo El Mirage Pickleball Club. Send through intra-park mail. DO NOT LEAVE AT THE BULLETIN BOARD.
Questions or having problems registering? Feel free to contact Becky Gibbs at beckyblt@aol.com
Both you and your partner must register on line, either through Pickleballtournaments.com (the preferred method) or by using our on-line form below.
1) Pickleballtournaments.com - If you already have an account with Pickleball Tournaments (PT), please use that method. If you don't have a Pickleball Tournaments account, please help us by setting one up and registering that way. The system will guide you through the process and once your account is set up you can use it to register for all future in-house and outside tournaments. Our tournament is listed as "Pueblo El Mirage Karl Kunz Memorial Tournament". If you have problems, check out the following resources.
2) On-line Form (below) - The other option is to complete the on-line form below and we will put you in the system. Make sure your information is accurate and complete so we can put you in the correct event and link you up with your partner. Both you and your partner need to complete the form so we have all your contact information.
STEP 2: PAY YOUR REGISTRATION FEES
Cost is $10 per player. Once you've registered, submit your $10 registration fee to Rich Baumann, site F29. Form and self-addressed envelope available at bulletin board. Pay cash or make check payable to Pueblo El Mirage Pickleball Club. Send through intra-park mail. DO NOT LEAVE AT THE BULLETIN BOARD.
Questions or having problems registering? Feel free to contact Becky Gibbs at beckyblt@aol.com