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Dinkster League is coming to APC on September 10, 2025
Join the inaugural Dinkster League brought to you by the creators of Dinkster Tour. Create your team, compete in divisions, and enjoy exclusive perks.
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The Dinkster League Difference
Experience the most professional and rewarding pickleball league in Atlanta
Premium Location
All games at Atlanta Pickleball Center, the premier pickleball facility in Atlanta with top-notch courts and amenities.
More Pickleball Time
Every other Wednesday evenings 6-9pm - the ideal time for competitive play without disrupting your weekend plans. In a 2 hour session, you will play 2 different teams, 1 hour rounds per team. In each round, teams will play 3 games against each other and all scores will be reported.
Full Season of Play
8 total weeks of play: 6 weeks of regular season games, plus 2 weeks of playoffs where every team qualifies.
DUPR Rated Matches
All games are DUPR rated with scores automatically submitted on your behalf, helping you track your progress and improve your official rating.
Professional Support
Full-time Dinkster employee on-site for all games to provide support, help with scoring, and ensure smooth operations.
Modern, Simple to Use App
Easy score reporting, team invitations, game schedules, division standings, and more through our modern app that's better and easier to use than LeagueApps.
League Format
A well-structured format designed for maximum enjoyment and fair competition
2 Hour Sessions
Play every other Wednesday from 6 PM to 9 PM. Each team plays 2 games during a 2-hour session. The league runs for 8 weeks — 6 weeks of round robin and 2 weeks of playoffs.
4 Skill-Based Divisions
Divisions based on skill level: 3.0 & below, 3.0–3.5, 3.5–4.0, and 4.0+ to ensure fair and competitive matches.
Structured Time Slots
Sessions run in 2 two-hour time slots: 6:00–8:00 PM and 8:00–10:00 PM with divisions assigned to specific times. Each team plays 2 games during their 2-hour session.
Team Structure
Up to 10 teams per division, with each team playing 1 match per week against 6 unique opponents during the round robin phase.
Inclusive Playoffs
All teams qualify for playoffs with a single-elimination format. Top 6 seeds get a bye to quarterfinals, while seeds 7-10 play in play-in games.
Unmatched Perks & Prizes
Experience the most rewarding pickleball league with incredible prizes and exclusive perks
Winners take home real cash prizes! The best performing teams earn $200 in prize money.
Championship teams earn free entry to the next season - keep the winning streak going!
Complimentary energy drinks and snacks at every league night to keep you fueled and focused.
All players receive exclusive Dinkster League merchandise you can't get anywhere else.
Post-game social hours with family and friends, featuring complimentary alcoholic beverages.
Beautiful, high-quality medals for tournament winners and top performers.
Special gifts and prizes from our amazing sponsors every single week - you never know what surprise awaits!
Inaugural Season Divisions
Choose the division that matches your skill level for the most competitive and enjoyable experience
Max Teams: 12
Max Teams: 12
Max Teams: 12
Max Teams: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Dinkster League format and structure
General Overview
What is the format of the league?
2 hour sessions of play, every other Wednesday. During each session you'll play 2 one hour matches (3 games each) against different teams. Games are from 6 PM to 10 PM. The league runs for 8 weeks — 6 weeks of round robin and 2 weeks of playoffs. All teams qualify for playoffs.
How many divisions are there?
There are 4 divisions based on skill level:
- 3.0 & below
- 3.0–3.5
- 3.5–4.0
- 4.0-4.5
Scheduling & Time
What are the weekly play hours?
The league will have a set schedule for all divisions. Matches run from 6 PM to 10 PM, divided into 4 one-hour time slots:
- 6:00–7:00 PM
- 7:00–8:00 PM
- 8:00–9:00 PM
- 9:00–10:00 PM
How many players can be in a team?
Minimum 2 players with no maximum of players can be in a team.
How long is each match?
Each match should last 1 hour.
Teams & Matches
How many teams can participate in each division?
Up to 8-12 teams per division.
How many matches does each team play?
Each team plays 2 matches during the bi-weekly round robin (partial schedule — no repeated matchups).
What is the match format?
Best of 3 games, first to 11, win by 2. Teams will play all 3 games total.
How do I report my score after a match?
Sign in the Dinkster League match and navigate to the scheduled game of the week. There will be an option to report scores of all the games.
What happens if the other team is not present?
If a team does not arrive to their schedule match after 10 minutes, the match will be forfeited and the other team that is present will receive a free win.
Can we reschedule the match times?
Dinkster league will provide an option to contact us on the website. We will try to accomodate your schedule but we cannot guarantee it.
If there's only 2 players in a team, but one of us can't attend, can I find a sub?
On the Dinkster league website, you can add extra players in your team that can act as your subs.
Season Breakdown
How is the season structured?
The league spans 8 weeks:
- Weeks 1–6: Round robin matches
- Week 7/8: Quarter finals, semifinals, and Finals.
Playoffs
Are playoffs single-elimination?
Yes. All teams enter the playoffs with the format below:
- Week 7:
- Seeds 7–10 play two play-in games per division
- Top 6 seeds get a bye to the quarterfinals
- Week 8:
- Quarterfinals (4) → 6–8 PM
- Semifinals (2) → 8–9 PM
- Final (1) → 9–10 PM
How are playoff matches scheduled?
Playoff games are distributed across the same 4 time slots, using all 5 courts efficiently.