A player questions the ideal division scenario for a mixed doubles pickleball tournament based on skill levels. If you’re interested in the full discussion, click here to view the original Reddit thread.
Summary
- Playing below your skill level risks ruining the tournament experience for others.
- Your partner should ideally be close to your skill level to ensure fair competition.
- Choosing the right division prevents sandbagging and maintains the integrity of the tournament.
Division Levels and Skill
DeepSouthDude advises playing in a 5.5 tournament to match the player’s actual skill level, preventing unfair advantages for opponents.
Sandbagging Controversy
Gliese_667_Cc believes playing below 5.0 constitutes sandbagging, affecting the quality of play for everyone involved.
Partner Matching
SenorSnarkey emphasizes finding a partner of similar skill to avoid frustration on either end of the competition.
GeorgeRetire suggests playing at a 5.0 level due to the player’s DUPR rating, discouraging sandbagging in tournaments.
Finding Balance
thevanillabadger suggests matching the tournament level with the better player’s rating for competitive integrity.