PANAS CUP 2025 PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

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DAY 4, 11 APRIL - SCHEDULE

Subject to change, please be 1 hour to 30minutes early for registration. Court assignments as per app. Matches are played in order.

Men’s Doubles 19+ Open - 08:30AM
Group A to F - Start 08:30AM
Group G to L - Approx. 10:15AM
Round 32 - ~12:30AM

Women’s Doubles 19+ Open - 08:30AM
All Groups - Start 08:30AM
Quarter Finals - Start tentatively 12:00AM

Novice Men’s Doubles - 15:30PM
Group A to F - Start 15:30PM
R16 - Start approx. 17:00PM

Team Event Group Stages - 18:-00PM
Group A to D - Start 18:00PM

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For More Info:

📞 Brendan: +6012-5502403

📞 Grayce: +6013-3393955

Please notify us of withdrawals, cancellations, etc. No Shows will result in walk-overs.

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✅ Open for 16 categories – find the perfect match for your skill level!

✅ Unmatched competition & thrilling matchups!

✅ Be part of the most anticipated pickleball event of the year!

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1. Introduction

1.1 About Panas Cup 2025 (PC25)

Panas Cup 2025 is a pickleball tournament in Malaysia working towards promoting the sport's development, competitiveness, and entertainment value. More than 16 different categories have been offered for the Panas Cup campaign with a prize pool exceeding RM55,000.

1.2 Purpose of the Player Handbook

The Player Handbook serves as a guideline outlining the tournament's rules, expectations, and standards. It aims to create a fair and respectful playing environment while ensuring players understand their roles, responsibilities, and the broader vision of Panas Cup.

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2. Code of Conduct

2.1 General Behavior

Players are required to uphold the highest standards of conduct both on and off the court. This includes abiding by the rules of the game and treating officials, opponents, and fans with respect.

2.2 Sportsmanship

Gestures such as handshakes or paddle taps before and after matches, acknowledging opponents' achievements, and maintaining courtesy during competitive moments reflect the true spirit of PC25.

2.3 Fair Play

Any form of cheating, unsportsmanlike behavior, or unfair play is strictly forbidden and may lead to disciplinary consequences or disqualification.

2.4 Respect for Opponents, Officials, and Fans

Verbal or physical abuse, taunting, or inappropriate gestures are prohibited. Adherence to International Pickleball Federation (IPF) standards is required.

2.5 Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Policy

PC25 promotes an inclusive environment with zero tolerance for discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic.

2.6 Social Media Guidelines

Players are expected to reflect PC25 values both online and offline. Harmful or derogatory social media activity is prohibited.

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3. Registration and Player Eligibility

3.1 Registration

Players may register for multiple categories but must avoid scheduling conflicts on the same day/time.

3.2 Player Eligibility

• 19+ – Born in 2006 or earlier
  
• 35+ – Born in 1990 or earlier
  
• 50+ – Born in 1975 or earlier
  
• Novice – Born before 2011, DUPR ≤ 2.500
  
• 3.5 – DUPR ≤ 3.500
  
• Open – No DUPR restrictions
  

Team Event:

- Max 8 players per team

- Min 6 players per team: (2) Men’s 19+, (2) Men’s 35+, (2) Women’s 19+

- Each player may play only 2 times per tie

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4. Team Event

4.1 Introduction

Prestigious team event for players competing in individual PC25 events.

4.2 Team Event Ties

• Men’s Doubles 19+
  
• Women’s Doubles 19+
  
• Men’s Doubles 35+
  
• Mixed Doubles 19+
  
• Dream-Breaker (if tie is 2–2)

4.3 Dream-Breaker

• Rotating singles shootout every 4 points
  
• 4 players must be listed, with at least 1 female

4.4 Number of Players

• Min: 6 players
  
• Max: 8 players

4.5 Scoring Format

All matches to Rally 21 points, win by 1:

- Change ends at 11 points

- Dream-breaker only played if the tie is 2–2

- Scoring may be adjusted due to delays or unexpected outcomes

4.6 Player Eligibility

Players may participate in only 2 categories per tie. Refer to section 3.2 for age restrictions.

4.7 Point Allocation System

• Win without Dream-Breaker = 2 points
  
• Win with Dream-Breaker = 1 point
  
• Dream-Breaker scores do not count towards table standings

4.8 Group Standings Criteria

1. Total Points
   
2. Game W/L Deficit
   
3. Points W/L Deficit
   
4. Head-to-Head (H2H)

4.9 Line-up Submission

Team captains must submit match lineups 30 minutes before each match.

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5. Tournament Dates

8th April 2025

• 8:00 AM–2:30 PM – Novice Men’s Singles, Novice Women’s Doubles
  
• 3:00 PM–6:00 PM – Novice Mixed Doubles
  
• 4:30 PM–10:00 PM – Men’s Doubles 35+ Open
  

9th April 2025

• 8:00 AM–2:30 PM – Men’s Doubles 19+ 3.5, Women’s Doubles 19+ 3.5
  
• 1:30 PM–6:00 PM – Men’s Doubles 50+ Open
  
• 4:30 PM–10:00 PM – Mixed Doubles 35+ Open
  

10th April 2025

• 8:00 AM–1:00 PM – Mixed Doubles 19+ 3.5
  
• 08:00 AM–10:00 PM – Mixed Doubles 50+ Open
  
• 12:00 PM–10:00 PM – Men’s Singles 19+ Open
  

11th April 2025

• 8:00 AM–5:00 PM – Men’s Doubles 19+ Open, Women’s Doubles 19+ Open
  
• 3:00 PM–6:00 PM – Novice Men’s Doubles
  
• 6:00 PM–11:30 PM – Team Event Group Stages
  

12th April 2025

• 8:00 AM–5:00 PM – Mixed Doubles 19+ Open
  
• 6:30 PM–10:00 PM – Team Event Knockout Rounds
  

13th April 2025

• 5:00 PM – Team Event Finals
  

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6. Tournament Scoring System

6.1 Match Format

Open and 3.5 Categories:

• Round Robin to Quarter Finals -Traditional scoring first to 11 (10-10 serve to win)
• Semi-Finals - (1) Set Traditional 0-0(2) scoring first to 15 (14-14 serve to win)
• Finals - Best of (3) Sets of Traditional 0-0(2) scoring first to 11 (10-10 serve to win)

Novice Categories:

• Round Robin to Quarter Finals - (1) Set of Rally scoring to 15 (14-14 serve to win)
  
• Semi-Finals - (1) Set of Rally scoring to 21 (20-20 serve to win)
• Finals - Best of (3) Sets of Traditional 0-0(2) scoring first to 11 (10-10 serve to win)

Deuce rules: Serve to win at 10–10 or 14–14 etc.

Scoring subject to change due to unforeseen delays

6.2 Change of Sides

• To 11: Change at 6
  
• To 15: Change at 8
  
• Best of 3: Change after each set; 3rd set change again at 6
  
• Rally to 15: Change at 8
  
• Rally to 21: Change at 11

6.3 Timeouts

Each team/player receives 1 timeout per set.

6.4 Group Standings Criteria

1. Total Points
   
2. Game W/L Deficit
   
3. Points W/L Deficit
   
4. Head-to-Head

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7. Refunds and Withdrawals

No refunds after successful registration unless a valid appeal is made to the organizing committee. Notify the committee for withdrawals.

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8. Punctuality

Players must be present at their scheduled court. Failure to arrive within 10 minutes after player call will result in a walkover.

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9. Regulatory

All rules and regulations shall follow the USA Pickleball 2025 Official Rulebook.