🏆 DinkFest by HNC 2026 – Event Overview

📌 About The Event

DinkFest by HNC 2026 is a dynamic pickleball event designed to bring together sports, lifestyle, and curated food experiences in one vibrant setting.

Hosted at

ATP Club,

the event is more than just a tournament — it is a social platform where players, communities, and brands connect through a shared passion for the game and quality experiences.

🎯 Event Concept

DinkFest is built around three core pillars:

🏓 Play

Competitive matches across multiple categories, welcoming both novice and intermediate players.

🍽️ Feast

A curated food experience featuring buffet selections, desserts, and live food elements — showcasing premium event catering possibilities.

🤝 Connect

A social environment designed for networking, brand engagement, and community interaction.

Tournament Overview

Total Cash Prize Pool RM18,250++

Dates: 27/6/2026 (Saturday)

Venue: ATP Club, Johor Bahru, Johor

Registration Deadline : 24/6/2026 or until slots are full

Participants: Open to all players (Local & International)

Organizer: Frame 9 Event

Title Sponsor: HNC Events Catering Co.

PLAYER REGISTRATION RULES

• Players are allowed to register for multiple categories within the same level(Novice / Intermediate).
• Players are NOT allowed to register across different level categories due to potential schedule clashes.

Example: A player cannot register for Novice Mixed Double and Intermediate Mixed Double.

Tournament Schedule

NOVICE CATEGORIES DUPR<2.80

MEN’S DOUBLE 8:00AM

WOMEN’S DOUBLE 8:00AM

MIXED DOUBLES 1:30PM

INTERMEDIATE CATEGORIES DUPR<3.60

MEN’S DOUBLE 10:00AM

WOMEN’S DOUBLE 11:45AM

MIXED DOUBLES 3:30PM

MEN SINGLES. 5:30PM

Categories

Novice DUPR <2.80

• Men's Double --- 32Teams
• Mixed Double --- 32Teams
• Women's Double --- 16Teams

Intermediate DUPR <3.60

• Men's Double --- 32Teams
• Mixed Double --- 32Teams
• Women's Double --- 16Teams

Single DUPR <3.50

• Men Single --- 16Players

Prize Pool

Novice (Each)

• 1st Place: RM1,200 + Medal
• 2nd Place: RM800 + Medal
• 3rd Place: RM500 + Medal

Intermediate (Each)

• 1st Place: RM1,500 + Medal
• 2nd Place: RM1,000 + Medal
• 3rd Place: RM700 + Medal

Single

• 1st Place: RM600 + Medal
• 2nd Place: RM350 + Medal
• 3rd Place: RM200 + Medal

➡️ Above Prize money is guaranteed only with full participation

Scoring Format

Novice & Intermediate

• Round Robin / Quaterfinals / Semifinals: Rally to 15 Points (Switch sides at 8)
• ,Finals & 3rd/4th Playoff: Best of 3 games, rally to 15 points

Single

• Round Robin / Quaterfinals / Semifinals: Rally to 15 points (Switch sides at 8)
• Finals & 3rd/4th Playoff: Traditional Scoring to 11 points (Switch sides at 5)

Tie-Breaking Criteria (Group Stage)

If two or more teams finish with the same win-loss record, standings will be determined in the following order:

1. Total Points Differential - Calculated as points scored minus points conceded across all group matches.
2. Head-to-Head Result - Applied only when exactly two teams are tied.
3. Total Points Scored - Accumulated total points scored across all group matches.

Official DUPR-Rated Tournament

The DINKFEST by HNC 2026 is officially a DUPR-rated tournament, and all results will be submitted to DUPR to ensure accurate, transparent and continually updated playing ratings.

DINKFEST BY HNC 2026 – Tournament Rules (Summary)

1. All players must register in a category that accurately reflects their actual playing level.
2. The organizing committee reserves the right to review, reclassify, void results, or disqualify any player found competing below their true level.
3. Any prize money, trophies, or awards may be forfeited in such cases.
4. Registration fees are non-refundable, but may be transferable before the deadline (subject to approval).
5. Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in warnings, penalties, match forfeiture, or disqualification.
6. Match formats, schedules, and categories are subject to adjustment by the organizing committee.
7. Referee and organizing committee decisions are final and binding.
8. By participating, players agree to all tournament rules and grant media usage rights to the organizer.

💼ORGANIZER DECLARATIONS:

Tournament Director’s Authority: Final decisions on all rulings and disputes.

Substitutions: Allowed before event start (must stay within team DUPR's limit and subject to TD's approval).

Refund Policy: No refund after successful registration unless the event is officially cancelled.

Liability: Players participate at their own risk. Organizer not responsible for injuries, loss, or damages.

Rule Updates: The organizer may adjust schedule, court assignments, or format as needed for fairness and smooth flow.