Diamond League Pickleball presents DIAMOND DESERT OPEN, a premier outdoor pickleball tournament in the Coachella Valley featuring competitive round-robin play and signature Diamond League vibes.
LOCATION: Palm Desert Civic Center Park
43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Official Ball: Lifetime Pickleball
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​​Saturday, March 28
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Men’s Doubles 2.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 3.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 3.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 4.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 4.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 2.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 3.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 3.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 4.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 4.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
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Sunday, March 29
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Mixed Doubles 2.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 3.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 3.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 4.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 4.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
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Palm Desert Civic Center Park
REGISTRATION
Please call or text (747) 257-7695 if you have any issues registering or to add another division after you have already registered.
$3 non-refundable service charge is added to all online transactions
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Rules / Format
Diamond League Pickleball presents DIAMOND DESERT OPEN, a premier outdoor pickleball tournament in the Coachella Valley featuring competitive round-robin play and signature Diamond League vibes.
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LOCATION: Palm Desert Civic Center Park
43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Saturday, March 28
Men’s Doubles 2.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 3.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 3.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 4.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Men’s Doubles 4.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 2.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 3.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 3.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 4.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Women’s Doubles 4.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
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Sunday, March 29
Mixed Doubles 2.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 3.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 3.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 4.0 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
Mixed Doubles 4.5 (12+, 40+, 55+, 65+)
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Age divisions may be combined within the same skill level to ensure fuller round-robin brackets and more competitive play.
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Rules / Format
Tournament Highlights
DUPR Sanctioned round-robin format with medal rounds
All divisions will complete within approximately 3.5 hours
Minimum of 5 matches guaranteed
Custom medals awarded to the top 3 teams
Complimentary water and snacks for all players
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Event Details
Dates: March 28–29
Location: Palm Desert Civic Center Park
43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Play Courts: 8 outdoor courts
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Schedule:
Saturday: Men’s & Women’s Doubles
Sunday: Mixed Doubles
A detailed schedule will be released closer to the event.
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Tournament Format
Round-robin play with a guaranteed minimum of 5 games
Medal rounds based on division size
Tiebreakers: head-to-head, then point differential
Registration Fees & Deadlines
$60 per person (first event)
$40 per person (additional event)
$3 non-refundable service fee applies
Early bird discount: $10 off (ends February 14, 2026)
Final registration deadline: March 21, 2026
Late entries are subject to an additional $10 fee
No refunds or credits after the registration deadline
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Registration Guidelines
Both partners must register and pay by the deadline
Credit cards accepted securely via Stripe
Confirmation email sent after successful registration
By registering, players agree to the Waiver and Participant Conduct Agreement
Refunds before the deadline issued one week after close, minus $3
No changes accepted after the deadline
Email hello@diamondleaguepb.com for changes before the deadline
Rules & Eligibility
Official Ball: LT Pro 48
USAPA 2026 rules apply
USAPA-approved paddles only
Players may compete above, but not below, their DUPR rating
Ratings verified prior to the event
Registering below your rating may result in disqualification
DUPR Requirements
All matches recorded to DUPR
Results uploaded within 2 weeks
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DUPR account required prior to registration
Sign up at mydupr.com
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Join the Diamond League Pickleball DUPR Club
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Spectators
Spectators are welcome.
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Questions?
hello@diamondleaguepb.com or call 747-257-7695
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