Forest Hill Spring Pickleball Tournament 2023

Dates: Saturday April 29th, 2023 and Sunday April 30th, 2023

Rain Dates: Saturday May 20th, 2023 and Sunday May 21st, 2023

Location: Forest Hill Swim and Tennis Club

4310 Columbia Rd.
Ellicott City, MD 21042

Format:

  • 12 teams per bracket
  • Blind Double Elimination (may be adjusted based on number of entrants per division).
  • Best 2 out of 3 games to 11 points in main bracket. 1st to 15 points in back draw. Both are win by 2.
  • 6 Outdoor courts

Schedule:

All schedules are subject to change. Divisions may take more or less time than scheduled. Arrive 30 minutes before your division starts to check-in and warm-up.

Saturday:

  • 8:00 – 11:00 – Mens Doubles 3.0
  • 10:30 – 1:30 – Womens Doubles 3.0
  • 1:00 – 4:00 – Mens Doubles 3.5
  • 3:30 – 6:30 Womens Doubles 3.5
  • 6:00 – 9:00 Mens Doubles 4.0+
  • 8:30 – 11:30 Womens Doubles 4.0+

Sunday:

  • 9:00 – 12:00 – Mixed Doubles 3.0
  • 11:30 – 2:30 – Mixed Doubles 3.5
  • 2:00 – 5:00 – Mixed Doubles 4.0+

Price:

Forest Hill Member: $60 per player

Public: $75 per player

Registration:

  • Forest Hill Member registration opens on Monday March 20th, 2023
  • Public registration opens on Friday March 24th, 2023
  • Registration closes on Monday April 24th, 2023
  • Refunds available through Monday April 24th, 2023 minus non-refundable deposit included in initial registration fee. ($30/member, $35 public)
  • To register, contact Tournament Directors Audrey Banada-Marrero and Scott Huber at fhstc.tournaments@gmail.com. Include the following in your email:
    • Both players names and email addresses
    • Mens, Womens, or Mixed team
    • Skill division

FAQ:

  • What is the refund and cancellation policy?
    • $30 non-refundable deposit for members and $35 for the public.
  • Can I get a refund if I cannot play the tournament?
    • Player can receive a partial refund as long as you cancel before the registration closes. 
  • Will there be warm-up courts?
    • Yes. To ensure fairness all teams are limited to 15 minutes for warm-up.
  • How soon before my bracket starting can I warm-up?
    • Warm-ups will be 15 minutes before the start of the bracket after a short player meeting.
  • What time should I be there before my bracket starts?
    • Plan to arrive 30 minutes before the start of your bracket to have plenty of time to check-in and pre for play.
  • Do I need to check-in when I arrive?
    • Yes. Tournament check-in will be at a table near the courts.
  • Will there be any food for sale?
    • Bananas, oranges, and water coolers will be available for players. Other light snacks and drinks will be available for cash or venmo purchase.
  • What should I bring with me?
    • Lawn chairs, water bottles, sun screen, sunglasses, and pickleball gear.
  • Will there be wifi?
    • Yes
  • Am I allowed to play on the upper tennis courts?
    • No. The tournament is restricted to the lower 6 pickleball courts.
  • Are families allowed?
    • Absolutely and there is plenty of room for kids to run around and play without disturbing games. There is a playground as well.