Player Policies

As the 2025 USA Pickleball Nationals approaches, athletes and teams gear up for one of the most anticipated events in the pickleball calendar. To ensure a fair, competitive and enjoyable experience for all participants, the tournament implements a comprehensive set of policies designed to address various aspects of the competition.

Players need to be aware of key guidelines including eligibility requirements, registration deadlines and codes of conduct prior to completing the registration process. All USA Pickleball rules and regulations are enforced during the Nationals event. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a newcomer to the sport, understanding these policies is crucial for navigating the tournament successfully and making the most of this much anticipated event.

Refund Policy

• For players that are fully registered/paid and have been placed in a main draw of a division you will have until September 30th to withdraw from that division to receive a refund of both registration and division fees minus $30 administrative costs and the UTR $1.99 service fee.
• For players that are registered/paid for a division or divisions and placed on a waitlist or multiple waitlists. You may remain on that waitlist and if you are not moved into a main draw, you will receive a refund for both registration and division fees minus $30 administrative costs and the UTR $1.99 service fee.
• For players that are in the main draw of a division and on the waitlist in a second or third division. You may remain on the waitlist and in the event you are not moved into the main draw for that division you will be eligible for a refund of your division fee for the division you were on the waitlist.

To learn more about USA Pickleball’s event and player policies, please visit usapickleball.org.