THE ROAD TO GREENE RIDGE
The Road To The Invitational
The Greene Ridge Pickleball Invitational was created to showcase the strongest competitors from the Greene Ridge qualifying season in a true championship environment.
This is not an open-entry tournament. Players earn their place through performance in official Greene Ridge qualifying events held throughout the 2026 season.
The Invitational is designed to reward consistency, competitive excellence, and long-term commitment across multiple events. As the season progresses, standings will determine who receives invitations to compete in the 2027 championship weekend.
Hosted at Greene Ridge Racquet Club in Snow Hill, North Carolina, the Invitational aims to deliver a high-level competitive experience while building a long-term championship tradition for pickleball players throughout the region.
THE QUALIFICATION JOURNEY
How Players Earn Their Invitation
Compete
Play in official qualifying events throughout the season.
Earn Points
Players earn points based on participation and tournament finishes throughout the qualifying season.
Climb the Standings
Accumulated points determine each player’s position in the Invitational standings.
Earn an Invitation
Top-ranked players receive invitations to compete in the Championship Weekend.
Championship Weekend
Qualified players compete for championships during the final weekend of April 2027.
QUALIFICATION POINTS SYSTEM
How Points Are Earned
Players earn Invitational points by competing in official Greene Ridge qualifying events. Points are awarded by placement, and each player’s best results count toward Invitational qualification.
Points are awarded separately within each championship division. Players compete against others in their own division for standings and qualification.
| Finish | Points |
|---|---|
| Gold | 100 |
| Silver | 80 |
| Bronze | 60 |
| 4th Place | 50 |
| 5th Place | 40 |
| 6th Place | 30 |
| 7th Place | 20 |
| Completed Event | 10 |
Only a player’s best four qualifying tournament results are used when calculating final Invitational standings.
Points structure subject to final approval prior to the first qualifying event.
INVITATIONAL ELIGIBILITY
How Players Qualify
Players qualify by earning points during official Greene Ridge qualifying tournaments. Final invitations are awarded according to certified standings within each championship division and age group.
CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISIONS
Compete Within Your Division
The Invitational features five event categories, each divided into two championship age groups: 12-49 and 50+. Players earn points only within their event category and age group.
Men’s Singles
Championship age groups:
• 12-49
• 50+
Separate standings and invitations are maintained for each age group.
Women’s Singles
Championship age groups:
• 12-49
• 50+
Separate standings and invitations are maintained for each age group.
Men’s Doubles
Championship age groups:
• 12-49
• 50+
Separate standings and invitations are maintained for each age group.
Women’s Doubles
Championship age groups:
• 12-49
• 50+
Separate standings and invitations are maintained for each age group.
Mixed Doubles
Championship age groups:
• 12-49
• 50+
Separate standings and invitations are maintained for each age group.
Championship divisions are based on event categories and age groups rather than skill ratings. Points standings are maintained separately for each division, creating ten separate qualification pathways to the Invitational.
Players Qualify Individually
Players earn qualification points as individuals, not as permanent teams. While players may compete with different partners throughout the qualifying season, points always belong to the individual player. Championship Weekend doubles partnerships may differ from partnerships used during qualifying events.
CHAMPIONSHIP PAIRINGS
How Championship Teams Are Formed
The Greene Ridge Invitational rewards individual achievement throughout the qualifying season. Once invitations are accepted, doubles and mixed doubles teams are formed from the qualified players within each division and age group. The goal is to create competitive matchups while recognizing season-long performance.
Earn Your Invitation
Players qualify based on their individual standings and qualification points within their division.
Championship Pairings
Qualified players are paired after the qualifying season concludes and invitations are accepted.
Compete For The Title
The Invitational brings together the top performers from the entire season to compete for Greene Ridge titles.
INVITATIONAL FIELD SIZE
How Many Players Qualify?
Invitations are awarded based on final qualification standings within each championship division and age group. Because qualification spots are limited, every qualifying tournament can have a significant impact on final standings and Invitational qualification.
| Division | 12-49 Qualifiers | 50+ Qualifiers |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s Singles | Top 8 Players | Top 8 Players |
| Women’s Singles | Top 8 Players | Top 8 Players |
| Men’s Doubles | Top 16 Players | Top 16 Players |
| Women’s Doubles | Top 16 Players | Top 16 Players |
| Mixed Doubles | Top 8 Men + Top 8 Women | Top 8 Men + Top 8 Women |
All qualification positions are earned individually. Doubles and Mixed Doubles players qualify as individuals and are not locked into qualifying-season partnerships.
Field Size Summary
The Greene Ridge Invitational features ten championship divisions across five event categories and two age groups. Invitations are earned through season-long performance during the Greene Ridge Qualifying Series. Final standings determine which players advance to Championship Weekend in April 2027.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Rules
To remain eligible for Invitational qualification, players must meet the requirements established for the Greene Ridge Qualifying Series.
Minimum Participation
Players must compete in at least two official Greene Ridge qualifying tournaments to remain eligible for Invitational qualification.
Best Four Results Count
Only a player’s four highest qualifying tournament point totals count toward final standings.
Standings Certification
Final standings are certified following the last qualifying event. Invitations are issued based on certified standings within each championship division and age group.
Invitation Acceptance
Qualified players must accept their invitation by the published deadline. Unclaimed positions may be offered to the next eligible player in the standings.
FOLLOW THE ROAD TO THE INVITATIONAL
The Greene Ridge Invitational is built through a season-long qualifying series. Follow tournament results, standings, qualification updates, rules, and Championship Weekend information as players compete for a place in the 2027 Greene Ridge Invitational.