🏓 ROOKIE RUMBLE 2 - FULL‼️

Presented by Smashdown Invitational

The next generation of pickleball competitors starts here!

📅 Date: October 19, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM onwards
📍 Venue: John Hay Sports Pavilion, Baguio City

1. Tournament Eligibility

* Open to pickleball players from Baguio City and surrounding areas.
* This tournament is intended for rookie, novice, and developing competitive players.
* Eligible players must have a DUPR rating between NR and 3.2.
* All participants must have an active DUPR account.
* DUPR accounts must be linked to their Reclub profiles before tournament day.
* Players must provide accurate information regarding their playing experience, skill level, and tournament history.

2. DUPR Tournament Requirements

Rookie Rumble 2 is an official DUPR-recorded tournament.

* All tournament matches will be recorded and submitted to DUPR.
* Players must ensure their DUPR accounts are active and properly linked to Reclub.
* Match results will be recorded by the tournament organizers.
* Players acknowledge that their tournament performance may affect their DUPR ratings.
* Players must comply with all tournament rules and organizer instructions.

3. Mandatory Anti-Sandbagging Agreement

All participants are required to sign an Anti-Sandbagging Declaration Form before being allowed to compete.

To maintain fair competition:

* Players must declare their actual skill level and relevant competitive experience.
* Intentionally misrepresenting one’s skill level to qualify for a lower division is strictly prohibited.
* Tournament organizers reserve the right to review players’ DUPR ratings, match histories, previous tournament results, and demonstrated playing abilities.
* Organizers have the authority to disqualify players found ineligible for the tournament’s skill requirements, including players whose actual playing ability substantially exceeds the permitted category.
* Eligibility reviews may take place before or during the tournament.
* All eligibility decisions will be based on available evidence and the tournament’s published classification standards.

Fair play is our priority. Rookie Rumble 2 is designed to provide genuine developing players with a competitive and enjoyable tournament experience.

4. Registration and Entry Fee

Registration Fee: ₱1,000 per player

* Registration will be processed through Reclub.
* Participants must complete registration and payment to secure their slots.
* A valid DUPR account linked to Reclub is mandatory.
* The signed Anti-Sandbagging Declaration Form must be submitted before participation.
* Slots are subject to tournament capacity and organizer confirmation.

5. Prizes and Awards

🏆 Cash Prize: ₱8,000

🥇 Champion – Medal
🥈 1st Runner-Up – Medal
🥉 2nd Runner-Up – Medal

The distribution of the ₱8,000 cash prize will be announced by the organizers.

6. Tournament Conduct and Sportsmanship

* All players are expected to demonstrate respect, honesty, and sportsmanship.
* Players must follow official game rules and tournament-specific regulations.
* Any form of cheating, deliberate rating manipulation, misconduct, or unsportsmanlike behavior may result in penalties or disqualification.
* Decisions regarding match disputes and eligibility will be handled by the tournament officials.
* Players must arrive on time and be ready when called for their matches.

7. Organizer’s Rights

Smashdown Invitational reserves the right to:

* Verify player eligibility and DUPR ratings.
* Request additional information to validate player classifications.
* Reject registrations or disqualify ineligible players.
* Adjust match schedules or tournament formats when necessary.
* Resolve disputes and enforce tournament regulations fairly and consistently.

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ROOKIE RUMBLE 2

Every champion was once a rookie. It’s your turn to step onto the court!

Presented by Smashdown Invitational

Hosted By

Miguel Concepcion

Carl Paterno