2024 LGBTQ+ Spring Series 1 Pickleball - 2.5 and below (Beginner/Recreational)

Friendly reminder, you are joining a league founded as an inclusive, social, and safe place for LGBTQ+ individuals. We encourage participation for all persons, regardless of sexual orientation or preference - with emphasis on members of the LGBTQ+ community. It is our hope that your team be comprised primarily of those individuals.

TYPE: FLEX LEAGUE

• A Flex League format allows for each of the teams scheduled to play to complete their matches at their agreed-upon location, date, and time.
  

• Six Week Pickleball League with a set playoff date of April 13. Note: All Season matches must be completed before April 10.

FORMAT: ROUND-ROBIN

• Each team plays against all other teams during the season for one match (three games).

SKILL LEVEL: 2.5 AND BELOW (BEGINNER/RECREATIONAL)

• 1.0 - 2.0 = This player is just starting to play pickleball and has no other sports background. Minimal understanding of the rules of the game.
• 2.5 = This player has limited experience. Can sustain a short rally with players of equal ability. Basic ability to keep score.

REGISTRATION INFO:

FREE AGENT - If you don't have a partner. We'll do our best to find you one.

CAPTAIN - If you already have a partner, then you're free to create your own team.

TEAM PLAYER - If you already have a partner and they have already registered.

TEAM SIZE:

• 2 to 3 Players on a Team are allowed (2 on the court at one time)
• "Extra" Team Player may swap out in between games only.

GAME DURATION:

• Play 1 Match consisting of 3 Games.
• Each Game is played to 11 Points, win by 2.
• Maximum Game Point to 15. First to 15 Wins.
• ALL 3 Games are to be played. This will count towards your overall Season Standings.

WHEN:

CLINICS - RESERVATION REQUIRED

• We will offer clinics with our Coaching Staff from Feb 17 through Feb 25.
• The location will be at Sunrise Middle School. (Time to be announced)
• Additional locations/times if available

SEASON PLAY

• Start of Season: Feb 29
• End of Season: Apr 11
• Playoffs: Apr 21
• Teams must complete all assigned matches by Apr 18.

COST: $50 a player which covers

• 2 Pickleball Clinics
• 1 Franklin X-40 Pickleball Balls
• 6 Week Season of organized play
• RSL T-Shirt
• DUPR rating with Rainbow Sports League
• Weekly Pickleball Social at the host bar to meet other players with drink and food specials.
• Organized Playoff
• Awards Ceremony for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd.
• End-of-Season Superlative Awards

Note: Registration must occur before Feb 22 for a t-shirt.

SUBSTITUTES:

• Not allowed for Pickleball