PLAYER ELIGIBILITY

✅ Beginner-level players only

✅ Players may be DUPR Unrated / No DUPR Rating (NR).

✅ If a player has a DUPR Rating with more than 80% Reliability, the player will be considered Rated and will not qualify under the DUPR Unrated requirement.

✅ If a player has a DUPR Rating with less than 80% Reliability, the player will be treated as Unrated (NR) for this tournament, subject to eligibility verification.

✅ Players must have no previous tournament experience in the Novice category or higher.

✅ Players with previous tournament experience in the Beginner category are allowed, provided they have no podium finishes.

✅ All registrations are subject to eligibility verification and approval by the Tournament Committee.

This category is open to any doubles pairing regardless of gender.

To qualify:

• Combined DUPR of both players must not exceed 6.0.

• Maximum DUPR of the higher-rated/dominant player is 3.1.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

Examples

• 3.1 + 2.9 = 6.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.0 + 3.0 = 6.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.1 + 2.8 = 5.9 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.0 + 2.9 = 5.9 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.2 + 2.8 = 6.0 — NOT ELIGIBLE — individual DUPR exceeds 3.1

• 3.1 + 3.0 = 6.1 — NOT ELIGIBLE — combined DUPR exceeds 6.0

Maximum Combined DUPR: 6.0
Maximum Individual DUPR: 3.1

To qualify:

• Combined DUPR must not exceed 6.5.

• Maximum DUPR of the higher-rated/dominant player is 3.5.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification.

Examples

• 3.5 + 3.0 = 6.5 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.4 + 3.1 = 6.5 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.3 + 3.2 = 6.5 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.6 + 2.8 = 6.4 — NOT ELIGIBLE — individual DUPR exceeds 3.5

• 3.4 + 3.2 = 6.6 — NOT ELIGIBLE — combined DUPR exceeds 6.5

Maximum Combined DUPR: 6.5
Maximum Individual DUPR: 3.5

To qualify:

• Combined DUPR must not exceed 7.0.

• Maximum DUPR of the higher-rated/dominant player is 3.7.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification.

Examples

• 3.7 + 3.3 = 7.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.6 + 3.4 = 7.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.5 + 3.5 = 7.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.7 + 3.2 = 6.9 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.8 + 3.2 = 7.0 — NOT ELIGIBLE — individual DUPR exceeds 3.7

• 3.6 + 3.5 = 7.1 — NOT ELIGIBLE — combined DUPR exceeds 7.0

Maximum Combined DUPR: 7.0
Maximum Individual DUPR: 3.7

To qualify:

• Combined DUPR must not exceed 7.5.

• Maximum DUPR of the higher-rated/dominant player is 4.0.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification.

Examples

• 4.0 + 3.5 = 7.5 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.9 + 3.6 = 7.5 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.8 + 3.7 = 7.5 — ELIGIBLE

• 3.7 + 3.7 = 7.4 — ELIGIBLE

• 4.1 + 3.4 = 7.5 — NOT ELIGIBLE — individual DUPR exceeds 4.0

• 3.9 + 3.7 = 7.6 — NOT ELIGIBLE — combined DUPR exceeds 7.5

Maximum Combined DUPR: 7.5
Maximum Individual DUPR: 4.0

To qualify:

• Combined DUPR must not exceed 8.0.

• Maximum DUPR of the higher-rated/dominant player is 4.5.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification.

Examples

• 4.5 + 3.5 = 8.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 4.4 + 3.6 = 8.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 4.2 + 3.8 = 8.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 4.0 + 4.0 = 8.0 — ELIGIBLE

• 4.5 + 3.4 = 7.9 — ELIGIBLE

• 4.6 + 3.4 = 8.0 — NOT ELIGIBLE — individual DUPR exceeds 4.5

• 4.2 + 3.9 = 8.1 — NOT ELIGIBLE — combined DUPR exceeds 8.0

Maximum Combined DUPR: 8.0
Maximum Individual DUPR: 4.5

This category is designed for young pickleball players aged 18 years old and below and is open to any doubles pairing regardless of gender.

The 18 & Below Non-Gender Doubles category aims to give younger players an opportunity to experience organized tournament competition, develop their skills, build confidence, practice good sportsmanship, and become more involved in the pickleball community.

To Qualify:

• Both players must be 18 years old or below on the tournament date.

• Any doubles pairing is allowed regardless of gender.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Players may be required to provide a valid ID, birth certificate, school ID, or other acceptable proof of age for verification.

• Players below 18 years old must have consent from a parent or legal guardian to participate.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

Eligible Pairings

• Male + Male — ELIGIBLE

• Female + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Male + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Any non-gender-based doubles pairing — ELIGIBLE, provided both players meet the age requirement.

Age Examples

• 18 + 18 — ELIGIBLE

• 18 + 17 — ELIGIBLE

• 17 + 16 — ELIGIBLE

• 16 + 14 — ELIGIBLE

• 19 + 18 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player exceeds the maximum age

• 20 + 17 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player exceeds the maximum age

Maximum Age: 18 Years Old Per Player
Category: Non-Gender Doubles

This category is open to any doubles pairing regardless of gender, provided both players meet the age requirement.

To qualify:

• Both players must be 40 years old or above on the tournament date.

• Any doubles pairing is allowed regardless of gender.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players must be able to provide a valid government-issued ID or other acceptable proof of age upon request.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

Eligible Pairings

• Male + Male — ELIGIBLE

• Female + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Male + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Any other non-gender-based doubles pairing — ELIGIBLE, provided both players satisfy the age and tournament eligibility requirements.

Age Examples

• 40 + 40 — ELIGIBLE

• 45 + 41 — ELIGIBLE

• 52 + 47 — ELIGIBLE

• 40 + 39 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player is below the minimum age

• 55 + 38 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player is below the minimum age

Minimum Age: 40 Years Old Per Player
Category: Non-Gender Doubles

This category is designed for players 50 years old and above and is open to any doubles pairing regardless of gender.

The 50+ Non-Gender Doubles category gives senior players an opportunity to compete against players within a similar age group while enjoying a fun, fair, and competitive tournament environment.

To Qualify:

• Both players must be 50 years old or above on the tournament date.

• Any doubles pairing is allowed regardless of gender.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players may be required to present a valid government-issued ID or acceptable proof of age for verification.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

Eligible Pairings

• Male + Male — ELIGIBLE

• Female + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Male + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Any non-gender-based doubles pairing — ELIGIBLE, provided both players meet the age requirement.

Age Examples

• 50 + 50 — ELIGIBLE

• 52 + 55 — ELIGIBLE

• 60 + 51 — ELIGIBLE

• 67 + 58 — ELIGIBLE

• 50 + 49 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player is below the minimum age

• 55 + 48 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player is below the minimum age

Minimum Age: 50 Years Old Per Player
Category: Non-Gender Doubles

This category is designed for players 60 years old and above and is open to any doubles pairing regardless of gender.

The 60+ Non-Gender Doubles category provides senior players an opportunity to enjoy organized tournament competition with players within a similar age group while promoting active play, sportsmanship, and community.

To Qualify:

• Both players must be 60 years old or above on the tournament date.

• Any doubles pairing is allowed regardless of gender.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players may be required to present a valid government-issued ID or acceptable proof of age for verification.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

Eligible Pairings

• Male + Male — ELIGIBLE

• Female + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Male + Female — ELIGIBLE

• Any non-gender-based doubles pairing — ELIGIBLE, provided both players meet the age requirement.

Age Examples

• 60 + 60 — ELIGIBLE

• 62 + 65 — ELIGIBLE

• 70 + 61 — ELIGIBLE

• 68 + 75 — ELIGIBLE

• 60 + 59 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player is below the minimum age

• 65 + 58 — NOT ELIGIBLE — one player is below the minimum age

Minimum Age: 60 Years Old Per Player
Category: Non-Gender Doubles

The In a Relationship — Non-Gender Doubles category is designed for couples who are currently in a romantic relationship and want to compete together as doubles partners.

This is a non-gender category, meaning any couple may participate regardless of gender combination, provided both players meet the tournament eligibility requirements.

It brings a fun and unique twist to competitive pickleball—putting communication, teamwork, patience, chemistry, and partnership to the test on the court. ❤️🏓

To Qualify:

• Both players must currently be in a genuine romantic relationship with each other.

• The couple must register and compete together as one doubles team.

• Dating, engaged, or married couples are eligible.

• Any gender combination is allowed.

• Both players must have active DUPR accounts.

• Both players are subject to eligibility verification by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

• Any additional DUPR or event-specific restrictions will be indicated on the official weekly tournament poster.

Eligible Pairings

• Dating Couple — ELIGIBLE

• Engaged Couple — ELIGIBLE

• Married Couple — ELIGIBLE

• Any Gender Combination — ELIGIBLE

• Friends / Best Friends — NOT ELIGIBLE

• Regular Doubles Partners — NOT ELIGIBLE

• Former Couple / Ex-Partners — NOT ELIGIBLE, unless they are currently in a relationship with each other

Important

Additional requirements—including DUPR limits, registration fees, cash prizes, tournament format, date, and venue—may vary for each event and will be announced on the official ENJOY weekly tournament poster.

Requirement: Currently in a Relationship With Your Doubles Partner
Gender Requirement: None — Non-Gender Category
Category: In a Relationship — Non-Gender Doubles

DUPR will serve as the primary reference for player classification. This is only applicable to all DUPR rated Categories.

A player's DUPR Reliability Score must be at least 80% for their rating to be considered sufficiently established for tournament classification.

Players with a DUPR Reliability Score below 80% will be assigned a provisional ENJOY Tournament rating of 3.0, subject to review by the Tournament Manager.

No DUPR/ Unrated: Assigned 3.0 DUPR, subject to review by the Tournament Manager.

The provisional 3.0 rating applies only to ENJOY Tournament classification and does not change the player's official DUPR rating.

Because DUPR ratings in the Bicol Region are still developing, the Tournament Manager may also review a player's competitive and tournament history from the previous six (6) months.

This may include tournament results, divisions entered, placements, DUPR match history, results against known-rated players, and other relevant competitive information.

The Tournament Manager shall make the final eligibility determination.

Tournament matches designated for DUPR submission will be recorded and submitted to DUPR.

Every participant must have an active DUPR account and provide accurate account information during registration.

DUPR CALCULATION & CLASSIFICATION RULE

To provide a clear and consistent method of determining eligibility for Combined DUPR-Based Categories, ENJOY Pickleball Tournament will apply the following calculation:

• The current DUPR rating of both players will be used during eligibility verification.

• Both players' actual DUPR ratings will first be added together using the full displayed decimal values.

• The resulting Combined DUPR will then be truncated to one decimal place for tournament classification.

• Truncation means the digits after the first decimal place are removed without rounding up.

• Any Maximum Individual DUPR requirement specified for the category will still apply separately.

Example — 6.5 Combined DUPR

Player 1: 3.489
Player 2: 3.108
Actual Combined DUPR: 6.597
Tournament Classification: 6.5

✅ ELIGIBLE for the 6.5 Combined DUPR Category

Additional Examples

3.450 + 3.149 = 6.599 → 6.5 — ELIGIBLE

3.500 + 3.099 = 6.599 → 6.5 — ELIGIBLE

3.500 + 3.100 = 6.600 → 6.6 — NOT ELIGIBLE for the 6.5 category

Application to All Combined DUPR Categories

This calculation and classification method applies to ALL ENJOY Tournament Combined DUPR-Based Categories, including but not limited to 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and other Combined DUPR categories that may be introduced.

For example:

• 6.0 Category: Actual combined rating of 6.000–6.099 → classified as 6.0

• 6.5 Category: Actual combined rating of 6.500–6.599 → classified as 6.5

• 7.0 Category: Actual combined rating of 7.000–7.099 → classified as 7.0

• 7.5 Category: Actual combined rating of 7.500–7.599 → classified as 7.5

• 8.0 Category: Actual combined rating of 8.000–8.099 → classified as 8.0

Important

The Maximum Individual DUPR stated for each category remains applicable even if the team's Combined DUPR qualifies after truncation.

The DUPR ratings used for verification will be the players' current ratings at the official eligibility verification/cut-off determined by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

All DUPR calculations, classifications, and eligibility verification decisions of the ENJOY Tournament Committee are final for the tournament.

Registration is considered complete only upon submission of all required information, full payment of the applicable registration fee, confirmation of playing partner, and verification of both players' DUPR/Reclub accounts.

💳 Registration Fee

Registration fees may vary depending on the tournament category and weekly event.

The official registration fee, including any Early Bird or promotional rate when applicable, will be indicated in the official tournament poster for each category every week.

Players are responsible for checking the applicable registration fee stated in the poster before submitting their registration and payment.

Registration fees are non-refundable, except when the tournament or category is cancelled by the organizer.

Submission of the registration form and payment does not automatically guarantee acceptance. A team's entry is considered officially confirmed only after verification and confirmation by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

NUMBER OF TEAMS & TOURNAMENT CAPACITY

A minimum of 10 registered teams is required for the standard tournament format.

Depending on demand, venue capacity, court availability, and tournament operations, participation may be increased to approximately 12 to 20 teams.

If more than 10 teams participate, the Tournament Committee may adjust brackets, qualification structure, schedules, court assignments, and tournament format.

🏆 Champion

CASH PRIZE

A Cash Prize will be awarded to the Champion Team of each tournament category.

The official prize pool for each category will be indicated and announced in its respective tournament poster. Prize amounts may vary depending on the category, number of confirmed entries, sponsorships, tournament expenses, and other operational considerations.

Participants are advised to refer to the official ENJOY Pickleball Tournament poster for their specific category for the applicable cash prize, vouchers, and other awards.

Any changes or adjustments to the announced prize pool will be officially communicated by the ENJOY Tournament Committee.

The standard 10-team format consists of:

• Bracket A — 5 Teams

• Bracket B — 5 Teams

• Single Round Robin

• Top 2 teams from each bracket advance

Semifinals

Bracket A #1 vs. Bracket B #2
Bracket B #1 vs. Bracket A #2

Winners advance to the Championship Match.

For tournaments exceeding 10 teams, the Tournament Committee may modify the bracket and qualification structure.

ROUND ROBIN / ELIMINATION

Scoring: First to 11 — Side-Out Scoring
Time Limit: No Time Limit
Timeout: One (1) 1-minute timeout per team
Change Sides: At 6 points
Injury Timeout: One 5-minute injury timeout

At 10–10

The next point won by the serving team wins the match.

SEMIFINALS

Semifinals follow the Round Robin match rules:

• First to 11

• Side-out scoring

• No time limit

• One 1-minute timeout

• Change sides at 6

• One 5-minute injury timeout

• At 10–10, the next point won by the serving team wins

CHAMPIONSHIP / FINALS

Scoring: First to 15 — Side-Out Scoring
Time Limit: No Time Limit
Timeout: One (1) 1-minute timeout
Change Sides: At 8 points
Injury Timeout: One 5-minute injury timeout

At 14–14

The next point won by the serving team wins the Championship Match.

ROUND ROBIN RANKING & TIE-BREAKERS

Teams are ranked according to match win-loss record.

If tied:

1. Win-Loss Record / Match Points

2. Total Points Scored

3. Total Points Allowed — fewer points conceded ranks higher

4. Head-to-Head Result

If a tie remains, the Tournament Committee will determine the final tie-break procedure.

SCORE CONFIRMATION

The winning team must review and sign the official score sheet after every match.

Once signed, the recorded result is considered final, except for a verified administrative or recording error.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Match disputes should be raised with the referee or Tournament Director during the match whenever possible.

Once a match is completed and the official score sheet is signed, retrospective appeals regarding ordinary match calls will generally not be entertained.

To maintain proper match flow and ensure that both teams are ready before each rally, the following ENJOY Tournament service procedure will apply to all officiated matches.

1. Wait for the Score to Be Called

Before serving, the server must wait for the umpire/referee to completely announce the score.

Once the umpire/referee has finished announcing the score, the server may begin the service.

2. 10-Second Service Limit

After the umpire/referee has completely announced the score, the server has a maximum of 10 seconds to serve the ball.

If the server does not serve within the 10-second period:

FAULT

The referee's count/timekeeping shall determine whether the 10-second limit has been exceeded.

3. Serving While the Score Is Being Announced

If the server serves while the umpire/referee is still announcing the score:

FAULT

Players must allow the umpire/referee to completely finish announcing the score before serving.

4. Serving Before the Score Is Called

If the player serves before the umpire/referee begins announcing the score:

RE-SERVE

The rally will not count. The ball will be returned and the server must wait for the official score announcement before serving again.

SERVICE SEQUENCE

Umpire/Referee announces the complete score → Server has up to 10 seconds → Serve

For clarity:

• Serve BEFORE score is announced → RE-SERVE

• Serve WHILE score is being announced → FAULT

• Serve AFTER score is completely announced and within 10 seconds → LEGAL

• Fail to serve within 10 seconds → FAULT

The umpire/referee's decision regarding the timing of the service shall be final for that rally.

Petitions concerning DUPR rating, reliability, tournament history, classification, identity, or eligibility must be submitted on or before the tournament date, preferably before the affected player's first match.

The Committee may approve or deny the petition or request additional evidence.

Petitions must be factual and respectful.

False, malicious, or harassing petitions may result in disciplinary action.

PARTNER CHANGES / NO-SHOW PLAYERS

Partner replacements may be permitted before the team's first match, provided the replacement meets all eligibility requirements and is approved by the Tournament Manager.

Once a team has officially been defaulted, no replacement will be permitted for that match.

If an originally registered player misses the first match but becomes available later, the player may still participate in succeeding matches.

CHECK-IN & CALL TIME

Players must check in at least 30 minutes before their scheduled match.

Once a match is officially called, teams have a maximum 2-minute grace period to report and be ready.

Failure to report may result in a default/walkover.

INJURY TIMEOUT

Maximum: 5 minutes

• 3 minutes — First Warning

• 4 minutes — Second/Final Warning

• 5 minutes — Player must resume

Failure to resume may result in the opposing team being awarded the match.

DELAY OF GAME

• 1st minute — First Warning

• 2nd minute — Second Warning

• 3rd minute — Third Warning / Match Disqualification

Referees are primarily responsible for:

• Official scoring;

• Service faults;

• Kitchen/Non-Volley Zone faults;

• Enforcement of the 10-second service rule;

• Tournament rule enforcement; and

• Match management.

Players are responsible for line calls on their respective side.

A referee may overturn a call only when they have a clear and unobstructed view.

Intentional cheating or repeated dishonest calls may result in penalties or disqualification.

Players must demonstrate good sportsmanship and respect.

Cheating, verbal abuse, threats, harassment, excessive arguing, dishonest line calls, or serious misconduct may result in warnings, penalties, match disqualification, tournament disqualification, or suspension from future ENJOY Tournaments.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Players are responsible for determining whether they are physically fit to compete.

By participating, players acknowledge the inherent physical risks associated with pickleball.

DRESS CODE & EQUIPMENT

Appropriate athletic attire and proper court shoes are required.

Players are responsible for their own paddles and personal playing equipment unless otherwise announced.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

Players are responsible for their own belongings.

ENJOY Tournament organizers, officials, staff, and venue management will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property.

GENERAL EVENT POLICIES

A short player briefing will be conducted before the first matches.

By participating, players acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for event documentation, social media, and promotional purposes, subject to applicable consent requirements.

The Tournament Committee may adjust brackets, schedules, court assignments, qualification structure, tournament format, or prize pool when reasonably necessary.

The ENJOY Tournament Committee and Tournament Manager reserve the right to interpret and enforce these rules and decide matters not specifically addressed in these guidelines.

All eligibility classifications, protests, disciplinary actions, tournament format adjustments, prize pool adjustments, and administrative decisions shall be considered final for purposes of the tournament.

By registering and participating in the ENJOY PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT, every player acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to comply with these Official Guidelines, Rules & Regulations.