Darkhorse Doubles Duel: Under 6.5 Edition

🏆 Darkhorse Doubles Duel: Under 6.5 Edition

Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Location: Real Pickleball (Guelph)
Divisions: Men’s Doubles · Women’s Doubles · Mixed Doubles

Step onto the court and put your partnership to the test in this competitive Under 6.5 Doubles Tournament, open to the general public. Designed for developing and mid-level players, this event delivers high-energy, well-matched games across all divisions — Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles.

Teams will compete in round-robin pool play followed by a medal round to determine division champions. Expect organized play, fair matchups, and a fun but focused atmosphere that rewards strategy, consistency, and teamwork.

🔢 Rating Eligibility

Combined team DUPR rating must be 6.49 or lower at the time of registration.

✅ Example: 3.4 + 3.0 team = eligible
❌ Example: 3.5 + 3.2 team = not eligible

No individual player may have a DUPR rating higher than 3.5.

Minimum reliability rating of 30 for each player

DUPR ratings are verified as of registration date.

If you do not currently have an official DUPR rating, please contact us prior to registering for guidance and placement options.

🎾 Format

Round-robin pool play → top teams advance to medal rounds
Guaranteed minimum of 4 matches per team
Games to 11, win by 2 (time limits may apply)
Medals awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each division

💪 The Experience

A true test of chemistry, shot selection, and court IQ — this event is built for players who love to compete and want to measure their progress against similarly ranked opponents. Whether you’re building toward your next tournament or chasing a podium finish, this is your chance to show what your partnership can do.

💥 Bundle Options

Choose how you want to play and prepare:

1. The Main Event — Tournament registration only – $58 + HST

2. The Ultimate Dinker — $180 +HST -Sold Out

   1. DUPR games to help establish a rating if needed – 6 weeks –  Friday November 7 – December 12, 8:00 -9:30 pm @ St. Elizabeth School, Cambridge

   2. 1-day fixed partner clinic (play and practice with your partner) – Tuesday December 2, 6:30 -8:00 pm @ Conestoga College, Kitchener

   3. Tournament registration

3. The Competitive Edge Package — $95 +HST

   1. 1-day fixed partner clinic (play and practice with your partner) – Tuesday December 2, 6:30 -8:00 pm @ Conestoga College, Kitchener

   2. Tournament registration