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🏆 BLISS LEAGUE 2026 🏆

Rise to Glory, Own the Season, in the Spirit of Bliss.

Every Match Shapes Your Ranking.

A season-long ranking battle where consistency, persistence and performance crown the final king.

BLISS LEAGUE is a season-based pickleball tournament organised by Bliss Pickleball Club, created to reward players who demonstrate consistency, commitment and sportsmanship throughout the season.

Unlike traditional tournaments where champions are decided in a single day, BLISS LEAGUE recognises players through consistent performances across multiple league stops. Every match matters. Every point counts. Every stop brings you one step closer to glory.

Earn individual league points, climb the season rankings, compete with different partners, and leave your mark in the history of BLISS LEAGUE 2026.

OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT REGULATIONS

1. LEAGUE INFORMATION

📅 League Season Period

• 3 October – 30 December 2026
• Every Wednesday & Saturday
• 8pm - 11pm

📍 Venue (Subject to Change)

• Saturday = The Pickle Hub, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
• Wednesday = The Backyard Pickleball, Petaling Jaya, Selangor

2. LEAGUE SCHEDULE - OCTOBER 2026

November & December 2026 Schedule – To Be Announced

⏰ Punctuality Policy

•      Players must arrive and complete registration check-in at least 30 minutes before the respective category start time.

•      Late arrival may result in disqualification without refund.

3. AGE ELIGIBILITY

🧩 Age Determination

• Age eligibility is strictly based on year of birth
• Age 40+: Born in 1986 or earlier

4. DUPR ELIGIBILITY & PROGRESSION

BLISS LEAGUE rewards improvement while ensuring players compete at an appropriate level as their DUPR develops throughout the season.

4.1. Initial Eligibility

• Eligibility is assessed separately for each league category.
• A player's initial eligibility will be determined before their first league stop in that category, based on the applicable entry criteria and official records available at the time of verification. (Refer section 4.1)
• Once a player has participated in a category, their eligibility for subsequent stops will be subject to the Continuation DUPR Cap. (Refer section 4.2)
• Eligibility will be checked before each league stop using the player's official DUPR record available at the time of verification.

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 2.800

·    Maximum initial eligible DUPR rating = 2.800

·    Reliability ≥ 60%

·     NR (No Rating) players are not eligible

·     Valid DUPR ID must be submitted

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 3.300

·    Maximum initial eligible DUPR rating = 3.300

·    Reliability ≥ 60%

·     NR (No Rating) players are not eligible

·     Valid DUPR ID must be submitted

4.2. Continuation DUPR Cap

The Continuation DUPR Cap is the maximum DUPR a player may reach while continuing to participate in the same league category.

League Category Initial DUPR Eligibility Continuation DUPR Cap

Men's Doubles 2.800 ≤ 2.800 ≤ 3.000

Men's Doubles 3.300 ≤ 3.300 ≤ 3.500

Example:-

• MD 2.800: A continuing player with a Maximum Recorded DUPR of 3.000 or below may continue participating.
• Once the player's Maximum Recorded DUPR reaches 3.001 or above, the player becomes ineligible for all remaining MD 2.800 league stops.

• MD 3.300: A continuing player with a Maximum Recorded DUPR of 3.500 or below may continue participating.
• Once the player's Maximum Recorded DUPR reaches 3.501 or above, the player becomes ineligible for all remaining MD 3.300 league stops.

4.3. Progression to a Higher Category

• A player who becomes ineligible for MD 2.800 may register for MD 3.300, provided they meet all MD 3.300 eligibility requirements.
• Participation in a higher category is not automatic and remains subject to the eligibility requirements and registration availability of that category.
• League points are category-specific and cannot be transferred.
• A player entering a new category will start with zero league points in the new category.
• A player who exceeds the MD 3.300 Continuation DUPR Cap will no longer be eligible for MD 3.300. There is currently no higher category for progression.

4.4. Previously Earned League Points

Becoming ineligible affects future league stops only.

• League points earned from completed stops before becoming ineligible will remain valid in that category.
• These points will continue to count towards the player's Season-End Ranking in the same category.
• Points earned in one category cannot be carried forward or transferred to another category.

This does not apply where points are removed due to disqualification, false information, deliberate manipulation, or other breaches of Bliss League rules.

4.5. Podium Restriction

To maintain fair competition, players with repeated podium results at a significantly higher competitive level may not participate in a lower league category.

Podium finishes include:

• Champion
• 1st Runner-up
• 2nd Runner-up / 3rd Place

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 2.800

A player is not eligible for MD 2.800 if they have recorded two or more podium finishes in 2.801+ or combined 5.601+ DUPR tournaments.

Example:

A player with a DUPR of 2.700 and one qualifying 2.801+ podium finish may participate in MD 2.800.

A player with two or more qualifying 2.801+ podium finishes may not participate in MD 2.800.

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 3.300

A player is not eligible for MD 3.300 if they have recorded two or more podium finishes in 3.301+ or combined 6.601+ DUPR tournaments.

Example:

A player with a DUPR of 3.200 and one qualifying 3.301+ podium finish may participate in MD 3.300.

A player with two or more qualifying 3.301+ podium finishes may not participate in MD 3.300.

4.6. Podium Record Verification

• Only podium results officially recorded on SportsSync at the time of eligibility verification will be counted.
• Results from other platforms will not be included.
• SportsSync records added or updated after an eligibility check may be considered for subsequent league stops.
• Podium eligibility may therefore be reassessed before each league stop.

4.7. Eligibility Verification & Final Decision

• Players are responsible for ensuring that their DUPR and tournament records are accurate at the time of registration.
• Bliss League reserves the right to verify player eligibility before any league stop and to reject or cancel participation where a player does not meet the published eligibility requirements.
• Where records are incomplete, conflicting, subsequently amended, or unclear, Bliss League may request further information and make the final eligibility determination based on the official records available at the time of review.

5. DUPR INTEGRITY & COMPLIANCE

•      Match results will NOT be submitted to DUPR

•     Organiser reserves the right to verify rating authenticity

•     Eligibility must be self-checked before payment

•     Immediate disqualification without refund applies for:

o  Fake, duplicated, deleted, or recreated DUPR accounts

o  Rating manipulation or suspicious match activity

o  Submission of false or misleading information

•     Disqualification may occur before, during, or after the tournament

Note: Screening is not limited to the rating displayed at registration. The Organiser may review a player’s DUPR and match activity for up to six (6) months prior to registration, including:

• Current DUPR rating
• Historical rating movement
• Pre-registration rating history
• Irregular or abrupt rating changes
• Reliability score
• Match activity and results

Where rating inconsistency or competitive misrepresentation is reasonably identified, the Organiser may:

• Reject the entry
• Reassign the player to a higher category
• Disqualify the player without refund
• Remove league points, disqualify or suspend the player if found to have deliberately manipulated match results, DUPR ratings, or league eligibility.

The Organiser reserves full authority to determine suitability of entry in the interest of competitive integrity.

6. REGISTRATION POLICY

💰 Registration Fee

•      RM120 per team (RM60 per player)

📌 Payment Policy

•     Eligibility must be self-checked and self-confirmed before payment

•     Registration is strictly non-refundable after payment

•      No cancellation is permitted after payment

•      Refund applies only if event is officially cancelled by organiser

7. PRIZE STRUCTURE

💰 Every League Stop (Prize Per Team)

Based on 18-20 teams participation:

🥇 Champion

• RM250 Cash per team + Medal

🥈 Runner-up

• RM180 Cash per team + Medal

🥉 3rd Place

• RM120 Cash per team + Medal

Based on 14-17 teams participation:

🥇 Champion

• RM200 Cash per team + Medal

🥈 Runner-up

• RM150 Cash per team + Medal

🥉 3rd Place

• RM100 Cash per team + Medal

Based on 10-13 teams participation:

🥇 Champion

• RM150 Cash per team + Medal

🥈 1st Runner-Up

• RM120 Cash per team + Medal

🥉 2nd Runner-Up

• RM80 Cash per team + Medal

💰 Season-End Ranking & Prizes (Per Player)

🥇 Champion

• RM3,000 Cash per player + Trophy

🥈 1st Runner-Up

• RM2,000 Cash per player + Trophy

🥉 2nd Runner-Up

• RM1,000 Cash per player + Trophy

💰 Rewards Disclaimer

• The Season-End cash prize pool is based on the completion of all 13 league stops and projected season participation.
• Cash prizes may be adjusted proportionately if fewer than 13 stops are completed or if actual participation is lower than projected.
• Only cash prizes may be adjusted. Final rankings and trophies will remain based on the official Bliss League standings.
• Bliss League reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments based on actual season participation and completed league stops.
• Prize may be forfeited in cases of rule violation or eligibility breach

8. LEAGUE STRUCTURE & SCORING FORMAT

📌 Season Period: October – December 2026

• 13 League Stops per Category
• Maximum 20 Teams per Stop
• League rankings are based on individual league points.
• Players may participate with different partners at different league stops.
• Players may participate in multiple categories, provided there are no scheduling conflicts.
• Official league standings will be updated after each league stop and published in the official Bliss Pickleball Club WhatsApp group.

📌 Every League Stop

📌 Group Stage

•      Participant teams will be divided into 4 groups

•      Round robin format.

•      Rally scoring to 15 points (first to 14 wins)

•      No deuce. Sudden death applies at 14–14.

•      Switch sides at 8 points

•      No timeout allowed

•      Top 2 teams from each group will advance to the Knockout Stage.

•      Format may be adjusted based on participation level.

📌 Tie-Breaking (Group Stage)

Ranking priority:

1. Head-to-head
2. Point differential
3. Total points scored

📌 Quarterfinals

•      Rally scoring to 15 points (first to 15 wins)

•      Serve-to-win rule applies at 14–14 (win by 1 point)

•      Switch sides at 8 points

•      No timeout allowed

📌 Semifinals, 3rd Placement & Finals

•      Rally scoring to 21 points (first to 21 wins)

•      Serve-to-win rule applies at 20–20 (win by 1 point)

•      Switch sides at 11 points

•      One 1-minute timeout per team

9. INDIVIDUAL POINTS RANKING

📌 Finish Points

🥇 Champion : +10 pts

🥈 1st Runner-Up : +8 pts

🥉 2nd Runner-Up : +5 pts

🏅 Semi-Finalist : +3 pts

🎖️ Quarter-Finalist : +1 pt

League points are awarded to individual players, regardless of their partners.

📌 Season-End Ranking Tie-Breakers

If two or more players finish the season with the same total league points, rankings will be determined in the following order:

1. Number of Championships
2. Number of 1st Runner-up Finishes
3. Number of 2nd Runner-up Finishes
4. Average League Points per Stop Played

📌 Tied Season-End Rankings & Prize Sharing

If two players remain tied after all tie-breakers:

• Tied for Champion: The Champion and 1st Runner-up cash prizes will be combined and shared equally between both players.
• Tied for 1st Runner-up: The 1st Runner-up and 2nd Runner-up cash prizes will be combined and shared equally between both players.
• Tied for 2nd Runner-up: The 2nd Runner-up cash prize will be shared equally between both players.

10. MATCH OFFICIATING

👨‍⚖️ Group Stage to Quarter Finals

• Self-officiated.
• Receiving team makes line and fault calls.
• Disputes should be resolved respectfully.
• The Tournament Director or officials, if present, may overrule a call only if they have a clear and unobstructed view of the play.
• Video recordings will not be accepted as evidence.

👨‍⚖️ Semifinals, 3rd Placement & Finals

• Matches will be officiated by appointed referees.
• Referee and line judges will make final decisions.
• Video recordings will not be accepted as evidence.

• The organiser reserves the right to remove or ban players who violate the rules or display poor sportsmanship.
• Players are expected to compete honestly and respect opponents, partners, officials and fellow participants.
• Abusive behaviour, harassment, intimidation, deliberate cheating or unsportsmanlike conduct may result in a warning, match forfeiture, disqualification or suspension from future Bliss Pickleball Club events.

11. TIMEOUT POLICY

•      No timeout allowed for 15-point rally matches.

•      One 1-minute timeout per team is allowed for 21-point rally matches.

•      Injury timeout: Maximum 10 minutes per team per match.

•      Withdrawal applies if player cannot continue.

12. EQUIPMENT & ATTIRE

•      Official ball used: Franklin X-40 or Lifetime LT Pro 48

•      Sportswear and non-marking sports shoes are required

•      Offensive or inappropriate clothing is prohibited

•      Paddle brand is unrestricted

13. SAFETY & LIABILITY

•      Basic first aid support available

•      No ambulance or medical crew on standby

•      Players are responsible for ensuring medical fitness

•      Players participate at own risk

•      Organiser shall not be liable for injury, loss, damage, or accident

14. GOVERNANCE & ORGANISER RIGHTS

•      The organiser reserves the right to modify schedule, format, categories, or prizes when necessary.

•      The event may be postponed or cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

•      Postponed events may allow slot retention or refund options.

•      Full refund applies only if the event is cancelled by the organiser.

•      Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in warning, penalty, or disqualification.

•      The Tournament Director’s decision is final and binding.

15. MEDIA CONSENT

•      Participation constitutes consent for photography and video recording

•      Organiser may use media materials for marketing and promotional purposes

•      No compensation shall be payable for such usage

•      Participation indicates acceptance of all tournament rules and policies

⭐ BLISS LEAGUE POSITIONING

Bliss League is committed to delivering a structured, fair, and professionally managed competitive platform for pickleball players.

Rise to Glory, Own the Season, in the Spirit of Bliss.