Open to all attendees — not just registered competitors. Step up, hit the target, and see how fast you can fire one off. Our radar gun (originally built for hockey) captures the maximum ball speed on each shot. Top speed of the day wins.
Perks, sessions, and match format for Watertree Open 2026.
🍨 Gelato Treat
Free for all Junior players
Every Junior player receives one complimentary Jersey Jack Gelato.
Token supplied at check-in. Redeem any time during the day at the Jersey Jack Gelato counter.
🧘 Activation Sessions
Get game-ready with PJ Collective
Free instructor-led warm-up sessions throughout the day, hosted by PJ Collective at the venue gym. ~15 minutes per session — mobility, activation, movement prep.
MC will announce session times. Drop in any time.
📋 Match Format
Group Stage
RallyFirst to 15Side swap at 8
Round of 32 & Round of 16
Junior · Men's 6.2 · Mixed 7.0RallyFirst to 21Side swap at 11
Men's Elite 7.6 · Ladies 7.0RallyFirst to 15Side swap at 8
Quarter Finals
RallyFirst to 21Side swap at 11
Semi Finals
TraditionalFirst to 21Side swap at 11
Finals & 3rd Place Playoff
TraditionalFirst to 15Side swap at 8
Other rules: All matches under official USA Pickleball Association rules · 5-minute grace period at match start (no-show = forfeit) · One 1-minute time-out per match from Semifinals onwards · No deuce in any round · All matches played with Franklin balls.
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