Pickleball World Cup: Official Regulations
1. Registration
1.1. Eligibility•Age Restriction

There is no age restriction to participate in the 2024 Pickleball World Cup.
•Team Registration

Each team registered in the Pickleball World Cup will represent their country of origin. Only
one team per country will be allowed to participate.
•Skill Ratings

Players must have a maximum rating of 5.49, both in singles and doubles categories,
according to the Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR).
Players not registered in DUPR may participate without the need to undergo a specific ratingevaluation.
•DUPR Deadline

A player's DUPR verification date is August 22 nd, 2024. If a player registers with a rating of
5.35 in DUPR, but by August 22nd, 2024 his rating increases to more than 5.49, he will nolonger be eligible to participate in the competition.
However, if a player has a rating higher than the limit established at the time of registration,
but before the verification date his rating decreases and falls within the eligibility range, they
will be able to register without any issues.
1.2. Registration Process•Team Coordinator

Each team must designate a team coordinator responsible for registration.

•Option to Add a CoachTeams have the option to add a Coach.
•Required Information

Teams must provide the following information for each player: full name, ID, contact number,email address, nationality, and any other relevant information.
•Confirmation and AcceptanceTeams must confirm and accept the terms and conditions of the Pickleball World Cup.
•Important Dates

The registration opening date is April 1st at 12:00 p.m. (noon), according to Lima, Peru time.
The deadline for registration is September 22nd at 11:55 p.m., according to Lima, Peru time.
•Team Size

Teams consists of a minimum of 4 participants and a maximum of 9 participants. The Team
Coordinator has the ability to also be a player.
The Coach cannot be a player of the team in the competition.
•Team Composition

There must be at least 2 people per gender within the team members (2 men and 2 women),regardless of the team size.
1.3. Registration Fee•

Payment at the Time of Registration

Payment of the registration fee is mandatory and must be made at the time of registration.
The registration process will not be considered complete until payment has been made.

•No Refund

No refunds will be made under any circumstances, regardless of the reason for the team's
withdrawal from the competition.
•Withdrawal for Failure to Comply with Eligibility Requirements

In the event that the Organizing Committee determines that a team does not meet theeligibility requirements and decides to withdraw them from the competition, there will be norefund.
•Terms AcceptanceBy paying the registration fee, teams confirm their acceptance of all rules and regulationsestablished by the organizer of the Pickleball World Cup 2024.
1.4. Registration Confirmation
Once the registration process is completed and the fee has been paid, teams will receive aregistration confirmation via email. The confirmation will contain important details, including
information relevant to the competition.
Teams are encouraged to review the confirmation carefully and contact the organizer if theyfind any errors or have additional questions. Registration confirmation is essential to validate
the team's participation in the Pickleball World Cup 2024.
2. Rules of Behavior
2.1. Sports Ethics•Respect and Fair PlayAll participants are expected to demonstrate a high level of respect towards their fellow
players, referees, organizers and spectators. Fair play and sportsmanship are fundamental
in the Pickleball World Cup, and any violation of these principles will be treated severely.

•Language and Behavior

The use of offensive, defamatory language or any form of inappropriate behavior isprohibited. Mutual respect must prevail at all times, both on and off the court.
•Acceptance of Referee Decisions

All referee decisions are final and must be respected by the players. Any dispute must becommunicated in a respectful manner and following the procedures established by theorganizer.
•Discrimination and Harassment

Discrimination, harassment or any form of harmful behavior towards other players,
regardless of their origin, gender, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic, will not betolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action, including expulsion from thecompetition.
•Moderate Celebration

Players are encouraged to celebrate their successes, but celebration must be moderate andrespectful of opponents and spectators.
•Representation of SportsmanshipParticipants are ambassadors of sportsmanship, and are expected to act in a manner that
positively reflects the values of pickleball and fair competition.
The organizer reserves the right to take disciplinary measures, including expulsion, in caseof behavior that violates these sporting ethical principles.
2.2. Apparel•

National Representation

The uniform worn by players must represent the country they are playing for in the PickleballWorld Cup. Teams are encouraged to proudly display their nation's colors and symbols on
their clothing.

•Apparel Appropriateness

Player clothing must be appropriate for a high-level sporting event. Participants are expected
to maintain a decent image that reflects the seriousness and professionalism of thecompetition.
•Appropriate Footwear is Mandatory

The use of appropriate sports shoes is mandatory during all cup matches. The use of footwear
designed specifically for pickleball practice is highly recommended.
•Advertising on Apparel

Presence of brands and advertising on players' apparel is allowed. However, there are
restrictions regarding obscene, violent messages or any form of inappropriate content inapparel advertising.
•Team Responsibility

Each team is responsible for ensuring that their apparel meets the established requirements.
•Dress Code Compliance

Failure to comply with the dress code may result in being prevented from starting a matchor, in extreme cases, being expelled from the competition.
Teams are encouraged to carefully review dress requirements and contact the organizer withquestions or specific needs.
2.3. Anti-Doping Control•

Absence of Anti-Doping Controls

No doping tests will be conducted during the 2024 Pickleball World Cup. No violations or
disciplinary measures related to anti-doping testing will be considered.
•Emphasis on Sports IntegrityDespite the lack of controls, all players are strongly encouraged to maintain sporting integrityand ethical conduct at all times.
We value fair play and expect players to act with honesty and respect towards their fellow
players and the competition in general.
3. Rules of the GameThe Organizing Committee will provide detailed information on the format and scoring rules
before the start of the competition. A pre-competition technical meeting will be held to clarify
any questions regarding scoring and specific rules of the game.

Pickleball World Cup
Terms and Conditions
By participating in the Pickleball World Cup and registering through the designated website,
players accept and agree to comply with the following terms and conditions:
1. Registration and Participation
All participants must complete the online registration process through the designated
Pickleball World Cup web page.
2. Registration Payment
Payment of the registration fee will be made online during the registration process.
No refunds will be made.
3. Image Rights
Participants authorize the Pickleball World Cup organizer to use their image, photograph andname for promotional and advertising purposes.
Any content generated during the competition, such as photographs or videos, may be usedin promotional media related to the event.
4. Protection of Personal Data
The information provided during the registration process will be treated confidentially andwill only be shared with third parties in specific cases necessary for the execution of thecompetition.
Personal data may be shared with sponsors for the purposes of promotion and sponsorship,
unless participants indicate otherwise during the registration process.
5. Participant Responsibility

Participants are responsible for the truthfulness of the information provided during theregistration process.
Any unsportsmanlike behavior or failure to comply with the rules may result in expulsion andejection from the competition.

6. Changes in the Regulations
The organizer of the Pickleball World Cup reserves the right to add new rules or modify theexisting regulations if necessary.
Any changes will be communicated to participants in a timely manner through the cup's
official communication channels.
By accepting these terms and conditions, participants acknowledge and accept all theregulations established here, committing to participate in the Pickleball World Cup inaccordance with the regulations established by the organizer.