Junior Division
Junior Competition
Junior athletes have the opportunity to compete at the 2026 Oceanview USA Pickleball National Championships and experience competition on one of the sport’s premier stages.
Tournament Details
- Tournament Dates: October 31 - November 8, 2026
- Location: Barnes Tennis Center | San Diego, California
- Competition Courts: 60
- Tournament Ball: Franklin X-40
- Paddle Testing: Required for all players
HOW TO REGISTER
All junior athletes must complete the following steps before registering:
- Step 1: Have a USA Pickleball Challenger or Champion Membership valid through November 8, 2026.
- Step 2: Have a DUPR account.
- Step 3: Create a Pickleball Den profile.
- Step 4: Link your USA Pickleball Membership and DUPR account to your Pickleball Den profile. Make sure your Pickleball Den profile matches your USA Pickleball Membership exactly. Here is a guide on how to link them to your profile.
Step 5 - IMPORTANT: After you have created a Pickleball Den profile, junior athletes must email NationalsReg@usapickleball.org to receive a discounted registration link.
Please include:
- Event title you wish to register for
- Partner name, if applicable
- Email address used for your Pickleball Den profile
USA Pickleball will send the discount link to the email associated with your Pickleball Den profile. You must use that link to register. The discount will be applied at checkout.
Open Registration
Junior athletes do not need to qualify through a Golden Ticket Tournament or earn TPS points to register.
Registration Window: September 2–25, 2026
Player Gift
Every registered player will receive an exclusive 2026 Oceanview USA Pickleball National Championships Player Gift at check-in, including:
- $30 value from the 2026 Nationals Merchandise Shop (commemorative item or gift card)
- Official 2026 Nationals commemorative pin
- Exclusive Nationals sticker
- Event program
- Partner gifts and sponsor giveaways
- 2026 Nationals clear tote bag
Registration Fees
Entry Fee
$120
Junior Event Fee
$25
per event
Registration & Weather Protection
$65
Competition Format
- Junior events are scheduled to be completed within a single day.
- Most Junior divisions will use a double-elimination format with a consolation bracket.
- Teams remain in the Winners Bracket until their first loss. Following a first loss, teams move to the Consolation Bracket. Teams are eliminated after their second loss.
- Winners Bracket finalists compete for Gold and Silver medals. Consolation Bracket finalists compete for the Bronze medal.>
Match Scoring
Winners Bracket Matches
- Best 2-of-3 games to 11
- Win by 2 points
- Side-out scoring
Consolation Bracket Matches
- One game to 15
- Win by 2 points
- Side-out scoring
Medal Matches
- Best 2-of-3 games to 11
- Win by 2 points
- Side-out scoring
Bracket Formation
- Divisions are ideally formed with eight or more teams.
- Divisions with fewer than eight teams may be combined with another age or skill group to create the most. competitive and playable bracket possible.
- Some divisions with fewer than eight teams may use a round robin format at the discretion of the Tournament Director.
- Round robin standings will be determined by the following USA Pickleball rules:
- Match wins
- Head-to-head results
- Point differential
- Head-to-head point differential
Division Information
IMPORTANT: This includes players ages 17–19 currently in high school.
Boys Doubles
- Ages 7–12
- Ages 13–14
- Ages 15–16
- Ages 17–18
Girls Doubles
- Ages 7–12
- Ages 13–14
- Ages 15–16
- Ages 17–18
Mixed Doubles
- Ages 7–12
- Ages 13–14
- Ages 15–16
- Ages 17–18
Boys Singles
- Ages 7–12
- Ages 13–14
- Ages 15–16
- Ages 17–18
Girls Singles
- Ages 7–12
- Ages 13–14
- Ages 15–16
- Ages 17–18
Tournament Operations
The Tournament Director reserves the right to modify event formats, schedules, or match structures due to weather, facility conditions, participation levels, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Paddle Testing
To support fair play and uphold equipment standards, USA Pickleball will conduct paddle testing at the 2026 Oceanview USA Pickleball National Championships. Players selected for testing must use a paddle that has passed inspection and received an official USA Pickleball approval sticker before competing.
Player Policies
To help ensure a safe, fair, and enjoyable experience for all participants, USA Pickleball has established event policies covering player conduct, competition procedures, weather-related delays, refunds, partner replacements, insurance information, and more.
Book Your Hotel
USA Pickleball has partnered with EventConnect to provide athletes, spectators, and guests with a simple way to book discounted hotel accommodations for the 2026 Oceanview USA Pickleball National Championships.
Explore a variety of hotel options, compare rates, and receive real-time support throughout the booking process. Simply create a free EventConnect account to view available hotels and make your reservation. We recommend exploring the hotels closest to Barnes Tennis Center for the most convenient stay.
Junior Division FAQ
Need Assistance?
If you have questions regarding registration, accessibility accommodations, parking, or competition, please contact NationalsReg@usapickleball.org. Our team is committed to providing an exceptional championship experience for all athletes.