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FRANKLIN X-40
The Franklin X-40 is the Official Ball of the
Ohio Open Pickleball Championships.
Trusted for its durability, consistency, and tournament-level performance, the X-40 will be used throughout all matches and serve contests during the event.
Get ready to play with the best!
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Event Schedule
Adult Division
Adults Division (Mostly Outdoors)
Levels: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0+
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Dates: August 15–17
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Matches start at 8:30AM with 80's age group.
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Location: Stadium Park Outdoor Courts 📍
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Play begins 8:30 AM onward
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In the event of rain / inclement weather, two indoor facilities will be available to accommodate adult play.
Friday, August 15th
Adult Singles
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Starts at 8:30am
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Men & Women | Levels: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 & Above
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Age Groups: 17–49, 50+, 60+, 70+, 80+
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Age Group 80+: All levels
Saturday, August 16th
Men’s & Women’s Doubles
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Starts at 8:30 AM
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Levels: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 & Above
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Age Groups: 17–49, 50+, 60+, 70+, 80+
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Age Group 80+: All levels
Sunday, August 17th
Mixed Doubles
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Starts at 8:30 AM
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Levels: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 & Above
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Age Groups: 17–49, 50+, 60+, 70+, 80+
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Age Group 80+: All levels
Adults Division Details
🌀 Format: Round Robin, 8 Spots per Event.
🏆 Scoring: Games to 11 win by two, pickleball scoring.
☀️ Singles Scoring: Could be adjusted in older age groups if extreme hot weather.
🎁 Player Gifts: Ohio Open Hat or Visor, Towel, and free 2nd try in Serve Contest
🏅 Prizes: Medals Top Finishers
🌟 Special Prize: All gold medal winners receive custom Ohio Open Champion jacket (only one jacket per lifetime, even with multiple gold wins.)
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Event Schedule
Juniors Division
Juniors Division (Indoors)
Ages 10, 12, 14, 16
Boys & Girls | Any Level
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Dates: August 13–14
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All levels
Wednesday, August 13th
Juniors Singles
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Starts at 11:00 AM
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Location:
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Ages 10 & 12: Dink Shots Indoor on Wales Rd.
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Ages 14 & 16: Hot Shots on Promway Rd.
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Thursday, August 14th
Juniors Doubles
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Starts at 11:00 AM
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Any combination of genders for doubles partners.
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Location:
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Ages 10 & 12: Dink Shots Indoor on Wales Rd.
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Ages 14 & 16: Hot Shots on Promway Rd.
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Juniors Division Details
🌀 Format: Round Robin, 8 Spots per Event.
🏆 Scoring: Games to 11 win by two, pickleball scoring.
🎁 Player Gifts: Ohio Open Hat & Ohio Open T-shirt
🏅 Prizes: Medals for Top Finishers
🌟 Special Events
(Indoors)
Friday, August 15th
5:00 PM
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5:00 PM - NFL Players Singles
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Any Level
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Age Groups: 60+
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6:00 PM – Women’s Doubles 4.5 - 5.0
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4.5+ Level
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Ages 18+
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6:00 PM – Men’s Doubles 4.5 - 5.0
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4.5+ Level
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Ages 18+
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7:00 PM - NFL Players Singles
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Any Level
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Age Groups: 40+
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Saturday, August 16th
Starting at 4:00 PM
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4:00 PM – NFL Players Doubles
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Any Level
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Age Groups 60+
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4:00 PM – NFL Players Doubles
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Any Level
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Age Groups 40+
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Sunday, August 17th
Starting at 2:00 PM
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2:00 PM - NFL Player Mixed Doubles
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Any Level
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Age Groups: 60+
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Bring your own partner or be paired with a partner.
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4:00 PM - NFL Player Mixed Doubles
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Any Level
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Age Group: 40+
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Bring your own partner or be paired with a partner.
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Note: NFL players must have played on a Sunday squad at least two years.
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7:00 PM – Mixed Doubles 4.5 - 5.0
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Ages 18+
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Outdoor at Stadium Park
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FUN DAY
Thurs. Aug. 14
4 PM – 8 PM
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🎯 Serve Contest – Test your skills for cash prizes!
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Free Lessons with Registered Pros - Open to all ages and skill levels
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Lesson Topics:
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Advanced Serving
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Topspin Ground Strokes
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Executing the Drop Volley
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🎶 Music & Food – Enjoy music and local eats while you watch or play
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Open Court Time – Practice, play, or just have fun with friends!
SPECIAL EVENTS 🎉
HYBRID /
WHEELCHAIR DOUBLES
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Starts at 6:30 PM
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Location: Stadium Park
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Ages 17+
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Level 3.5 & Above
PARENT OR GRANDPARENT &
CHILD DOUBLES
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Starts at 6:30 PM
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Location: Stadium Park
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Any Level
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Child from family 12 & under + adult player.
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Considered a Junior event. Junior event only medals.
🎉 Come celebrate with music, food, and activities for all ages! 🎉
🎁 PLAYER GIFTS & AWARDS
All Adult Players Receive:
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Custom Ohio Open logo hat or visor
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Player hand towel
All Junior Players Receive:
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Ohio Open hat
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T-shirt
🥇🥈🥉 TOURNAMENT MEDALS
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Gold, Silver, and Bronze for top 3 finishers in each division
🏆 SINGLES CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY
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For the youngest adult gold medalists (Men’s & Women’s Singles)
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Winners' names engraved permanently and trophy displayed in Canton, OH
SPECIAL PRIZE
All adult gold medalist winners receive a custom Ohio Open Champion Jacket!
Note: Only one jacket per lifetime, even with multiple gold wins.
All logos designed by Big Kahuna Graphics, in Canton, OH.
SERVE CONTEST
Dates
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Wed. Aug. 13th 4pm-8pm
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Thurs. Aug. 14th 4pm-8pm
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Fri. Aug. 15th 7am-8am
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Sat. Aug. 16th 7am-8am
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Sun. Aug. 17th 7am-8am
🎯 Open to everyone —
players and non-players alike!
Try your luck for a chance at serious cash prizes.*
*Serve contest cash prize value depends on number of entries.
*In the event of multiple ties, a public lottery drawing will be held on Sunday evening to determine the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.
How It Works
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6 serves total: 3 from each side.
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Scoring Blocks:
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Block 1: 3 points
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Block 2: 5 points
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Block 3 (smallest): 7 points
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Special Target (can of X-40 balls. Official ball of the Ohio Open): 10 points
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Max Score Possible: 60 points
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Depth + Accuracy = Win!
Serve Contest Entry Fees 🎟️
TOURNAMENT PLAYERS:
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1st Try: $5
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2nd Try: Free
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3rd Try: $5
NON-TOURNAMENT PLAYERS:
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1st Try: $10
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2nd Try: $5
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3rd Try: $5
Serve Contest Cash Prizes
💵 1st Place: up to $1,000*
💵 2nd Place: up to $500*
💵 3rd Place: up to $250*
🏅 4th–8th Places: $50 each*
*Final cash prize value depends on number of entries.
Proceeds
Proceeds benefit free junior pickleball programs in Canton, Cleveland, and Jamaica (equipment & lessons free to kids).
📋Registration
📅 REGISTRATION OPEN NOW:
✅ EARLY BIRD SPECIAL:
Register through June 22nd and save on your entry fee!
📅 REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
July 13th, 2025
Join us for an outstanding
pickleball event in Ohio!
✨ Competition, fun, community, and a great cause! ✨
