OCBC PickleSprout 2026
(29 Aug - 6 Sep)
OCBC PickleSprout is officially sanctioned by the Singapore Pickleball Association (SPA). All match results will be recorded in DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating).
OCBC PickleSprout returns for its third edition, bigger than ever, with 3.5x the prize money and an even stronger focus on growing the beginner and intermediate pickleball community in Singapore.
Organised by PickleGO, OCBC PickleSprout is designed for developing players who are looking to take the next step in their pickleball journey. Whether you’ve recently picked up the sport or have been training consistently and want to test your level, OCBC PickleSprout provides a fun, competitive, and welcoming platform to challenge yourself and gain tournament experience.
Built as a stepping stone into competitive pickleball, the tournament is targeted at players with a DUPR below 4.0 who have not won medals in any SPA- or UPA-sanctioned tournaments locally or overseas (excluding team events). The goal is to create a fair and enjoyable environment where players can compete against others at a similar stage of their development.
What to Expect
- Beginner & Intermediate Competition: Structured for players looking to gain confidence and experience in tournament play.
- Competitive Yet Supportive Environment: Round robin stages leading into knockout rounds, ensuring players get ample court time and meaningful matches.
- A Platform to Test Your Level: An opportunity for players to challenge themselves, assess where they stand, and continue progressing in the sport.
- Bigger Stakes, Same Great Community: Returning with 3.5x the prize money while keeping the welcoming and energetic atmosphere that PickleSprout is known for.
More than just a tournament, OCBC PickleSprout is a celebration of the growing pickleball community, bringing together players who are passionate about learning, improving, and enjoying the sport together.
Registration Fees
Early Bird (Until 30 June)
- Base Fee: $10
- Category Fee: $90 (inclusive of GST)
- Team Event Fee: $600 per team (inclusive of GST)
Normal Period (1 - 31 July)
- Base Fee: $20
- Category Fee: $100 (inclusive of GST)
- Team Event Fee: $700 per team (inclusive of GST)
Tournament Schedule
OCBC PickleSprout will only consist of Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles and a Team event.
| Date | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 August Saturday | MD19+ | MD19+ MD35+ | MD35+ MD50+ WD19+ |
| 30 August Sunday | MXD19+ MXD50+ | MXD19+ MXD35+ MXD50+ | MXD35+ WS19+ WS35+ Wet Weather Contingency |
| 5 September Saturday | MS19+ WD35+ | MS35+ MS50+ WD35+ WD50+ | MS50+ WD50+ Wet Weather Contingency |
| 6 September Sunday | Team Event Wet Weather Contingency | Team Event Wet Weather Contingency | Team Event Wet Weather Contingency |
As this is an outdoor tournament, we seek participants' understanding that we will need to block off the following dates reserved as wet weather contingency, so please bear in mind before registering:
- Full day of day of registered event
- 30 August and 5 September 2026: Evening
- 6 September: Full day
Note: The organising committee reserves the right to make changes to the tournament based on current conditions.
Register for OCBC PickleSprout Now
What are you waiting for? Don’t miss your chance to be part of the ultimate pickleball showdown—OCBC PickleSprout 2026! Secure your spot today and experience intense competition, thrilling matches, and an unforgettable atmosphere with fellow pickleball enthusiasts. Sign up now and be part of the action!
Rules and Regulations
- PickleSprout is an Intermediate event; all participating players shall fulfil the following 3 criteria:
- Players with DUPR less than 4.0 on the registration date
- For the Singles category, eligibility will be determined based on your Singles DUPR rating.
- For the Doubles category, eligibility will be determined based on your Doubles DUPR rating.
- For the Team category, eligibility will be determined based on your Doubles DUPR rating.
- Have not medalled in a SPA or UPA-sanctioned tournament before (not including Team event medal)
- All participating members MUST be Singapore Pickleball Association (SPA) members or members of SPA affiliates. If you are unsure, you can check the list here. If you are not a member yet, please sign up here.
- Players with DUPR less than 4.0 on the registration date
- If a player is found to have multiple DUPR accounts or fails to meet the criteria listed above, they will be disqualified, and no refunds will be given.
Here are the full rules and regulations for OCBC PickleSprout 2026.
Contribution to Rankings
- The match scores will be logged into SPA ranking and DUPR.
- All players are required to have a Pickleball.com DUPR account.
Prizes
Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles
- 1st Prize: $400 per pair + medal and prizes
- 2nd Prize: $300 per pair + medal and prizes
- 3rd Prize: $200 per pair + medal and prizes
Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles (Min. 8 participants)
- 1st Prize: $200 + medal and prizes
- 2nd Prize: $150 + medal and prizes
- 3rd Prize: $100 + medal and prizes
Team Event
- 1st Prize: $1,000 + medal and prizes
- 2nd Prize: $800 + medal and prizes
- 3rd Prize: $600 + medal and prizes
Tournament Format
- This tournament follows the rally scoring format, without deuce scoring.
- In the Round Robin and Elimination stages, each match will be contested to 21 points, with no deuce rule applied.
- The top two teams from each group (flight) will qualify for the Single Elimination stage.
- In the medalled matches, players will compete in a best of 3 sets format, with each set played to 15 points.
- Only SF, 3/4th and Finals will be officiated.
Team Event Format
- The team event format will consist of:
- 1 x Men’s Doubles
- 1 x Women’s Doubles
- 1 x Mixed Doubles
- Each team is required to have a minimum of 3 females and 3 males (min 6 players, max 8 players).
- No repeats are allowed in a match. e.g., Player A of Group Alpha cannot play both Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles in the same match against Group Beta.
Sponsors and Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
The tournament will be held at 2 Jurong Gateway Road, Jurong Play Grounds, Singapore 608512
*Tournament venue is an outdoor court (non-sheltered).
The registration period is from 12 June (Friday) – 31 July 2026 (Friday).
Early Bird (Until 30 June)
- Base Fee: $10
- Category Fee: $90 (inclusive of GST)
- Team Event Fee: $600 per team (inclusive of GST)
Normal Period (1 - 31 July)
- Base Fee: $10
- Category Fee: $100 (inclusive of GST)
- Team Event Fee: $700 per team (inclusive of GST)
Players are allowed to register for the different divisions, as long as there is no conflict in the time slots.
All tournament registrations are non-refundable, and tickets sold cannot be cancelled or transferred. We encourage players to confirm their availability before signing up!
Player safety is our top priority. In the event of rain or unsafe playing conditions, matches will be temporarily suspended and resumed at a later time.
We will make every effort to complete all matches on the originally scheduled date for each category. However, if matches cannot be continued or completed due to weather disruptions or unforeseen circumstances, games will be rescheduled.
We seek participants' understanding that we will need to block off the following dates reserved as wet weather contingency, so please bear in mind before registering:
- Full day of day of registered event
- 30 August and 5 September 2026: Evening
- 6 September: Full day
Participants will be informed promptly of any changes to match schedules.
We will be using the JOOLA HC-40 ball for the tournament.
View the sizes of t-shirt and specifications here.
Each participant is entitled to one complimentary Participant’s Tee regardless of number of divisions registered. Sizes shall be subjected to stock availability.
Contact
Have any questions regarding OCBC PickleSprout? Drop us an email at support@picklego.co