The Queensland Pickleball Tour (QPT) is a series of tournaments held across Queensland and aims to provide competitive play opportunities for players registered with the Pickleball Association of Australia (PAA). PAQ provides support for these tournaments which are held in a variety of locations across the state each year. 

2025 sees events being held in: Gold Coast | Redcliffe | Townsville | Mackay | Yeppoon | Hervey Bay | Bundaberg

Hosting an Event
Expressions of interested to host QPT events for the following year are called for, based on the document below, in the latter part of each year. Successful hosts are advised of their success shortly after the cut-off date.

Event Age & Skill Categories
Each year there are a set of mandatory brackets that all QPT events must include which are the only one that offer QPT points. This year they are singles, gender doubles and mixed doubles in the following age brackets:

Opens, 19+, 35+, 50+, 60+

With the exception of the "Opens" event, each age category will offer a minimum of a “3.49 and below” as well as a “3.5 and above" category”. In some cases, additional age categories and skill brackets may be offered by hosts depending on venue capacities and registrations. 

Players QPT Player Points
At each QPT player points are only awarded to the highest skill level for each of the mandatory age brackets. In most cases, except for the "Opens", this will be the 3.5+ bracket. However, for tournaments that attract a large number of higher ranking players, an even higher skill level than 3.5 and above may be created. In this case, the points move to the new highest level. Players wanting to gain points must enter the highest skill level event.

EG: For an event that offers a 4.0 and above skill level:
3.499 and below (No QPT Points), 3.5 - 3.99 (No QPT Points) 4.0 and above (QPT Points)

If there are insufficient entries based on the QPT Tournament Guide, skill levels within some age brackets may be merged. QPT points are still associated with the the highest skill level or only remaining level in each age category.

Participants in singles, doubles and mixed doubles events may accumulate ranking points from each event they play based on their results. You do not need to play with the same doubles partner in each tournament to accrue points, they are awarded to each individual person.

QPT Player points are tallied and updated after each tournament to provide overall standings for the year with winners being announced after the last QPT event for that year. Points are not carried across from year to year. 

QPT Tournaments are listed in Pickleballbrackets.com among other Queensland events.

Click HERE to see that latest player standings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Queensland Pickleball Tour? 
It is a series of events held across the east coast of the state, for pickleball players of all ages and skill levels to play, compete and enjoy competitive action, not only for themselves but also to watch other players, cheer on the pro players, learn, meet other pickleball players and enjoy a few days of activity and perhaps even walk away with a medal or two. 

Who can play in the tour events? 
The tournaments are open to a wide range of ages and skills.
Divisions of play include 19+, 35+, 50+, 60+, and Open and every tournament has both under 3.4 and over 3.5 skill ranges. Most have doubles, mixed doubles and singles, some also have skinny singles or team events.

Why play in the tour?
Organised by the Pickleball Association Queensland, these are sanctioned events, professionally managed and providing an ideal opportunity for players to learn, improve and compete across the state. They are well supported by players and sponsors, and provide a competitive environment to include and help players improve their skills.

How do I register?
Registration is via pickleballtournaments.com. You will need to be a member of your state association to sign in, and you can search for the QPT event there, then select your division and pay your entry fee. You can also indicate if you have a playing partner or wish to be paired up with one.

How do I choose the right division?
Divisions are broken into DUPR rankings and every tournaments has at least under 3.4 and over 3.5 skill levels, some have under 2.99 as well. For Doubles, you must sign up at the skill level of the higher-rated partner. If you are unsure, please contact PAQ or speak to your local club or coach for advice. 

How do I prepare for a tournament? 
Make sure you have checked the dates and location to arrange travel and accomodation early (many players like to house share for the weekend or travel together). Keep an eye on your email in the days leading up to the event so you know your start times. Arive early to find a park, sign in and visit the sponsors stands for special offers and opportunities to try new products/services. Take plenty of sunblock, hat, sunglasses, water bottles, electrolytes and your smile to enjoy the event. You may wish to take a camp chair to take a break between games.