Amverton Pickleball Championship heads to Play@Bkgcr in Selangor

The Amverton Pickleball Championship arrives at Play@Bkgcr in Selangor for two days of tournament play on 17 and 18 January 2026. The event carries a total prize pool of RM14,300 and pulls together adult and junior divisions across singles and doubles, giving local players competitive match play and ranking opportunities ahead of the season.

Registration is open but closes 15 January 2026, so late entrants will need to register immediately through sportssync.asia. Entry fees are RM100 per adult and RM50 per junior. Organisers have emphasized strict refund and cancellation rules, so confirm availability before paying and double-check your bracket assignment once registered.

The event covers Boys Singles, Girls Singles, Boys Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles and junior events. Notable payouts include Men’s and Mixed Doubles Combine 6.0 with prizes of RM1,000 for first, RM450 for second and RM250 for third; Combine 7.0 divisions award RM1,500 for first, RM600 for second and RM300 for third; Junior singles winners take RM300 while junior doubles winners collect RM500. These purses make the tournament a meaningful target for regional players balancing points, prize money and match experience.

Competition will use a group stage format feeding into knockout rounds. Semifinals and finals are played to 21 points while earlier rounds are to 15 with sudden death rules in place for decisive games. Standard timeout and substitution policies will be enforced; confirm the exact timing and substitution windows on the event page before arrival. Players are advised to verify divisional eligibility, including any DUPR caps where applicable, to avoid late reclassification or disqualification.

Saturday’s schedule highlights Combine 7.0 men’s, women’s and mixed doubles, while Sunday focuses on junior singles and doubles plus Men’s and Mixed Combine 6.0 matches progressing to finals. Play@Bkgcr’s courts provide a lively setting for social spectators and club members scouting talent or arranging practice sessions around the tournament block schedule.

Community impact goes beyond cash prizes. Local clubs can expect an influx of players and spectators, offering opportunities for cross-club scrimmages and coaching exchanges. Tournament-ready players can use this event to test lineups, experiment on serve and third-shot strategies and earn match pressure experience.

Our two cents? Register now if you haven’t, confirm your DUPR eligibility, and pack extra balls and sun protection. Arrive early to warm up, check the posted draw, and treat the weekend as both competition and community-building time on the courts.