Updates for Bliss League 3rd Oct

•⁠ ⁠12 teams confirmed!

•⁠ ⁠We want everyone to enjoy more matches before the knockout stage 🔥

•⁠ ⁠12 teams will be split into 2 groups, seeded based on each team’s combined DUPR rating.

•⁠ ⁠Top 4 teams from each group advance directly to Quarterfinals.

•⁠ ⁠See you at The Pickle Hub Cheras, 7.30pm!

•⁠ ⁠💰 Prizes (Based on 10-13 teams participation)

  - 🥇 Champion: RM400 Cash + RM653 Merchandise

  - 🥈 1st Runner-Up: RM200 Cash + RM653 Merchandise

  - 🥉 2nd Runner-Up: RM100 Cash + RM537 Merchandise

  - 🏅 Medals & Bliss League Points included.

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🏆 BLISS LEAGUE 🏆

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

OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT REGULATIONS

1. DATE, TIME, VENUE & CATEGORY

📅 3rd Oct 2026 | SAT | 8PM-11PM

📍 The Pickle Hub Cheras

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 3.300 | All Ages

📅 7th Oct 2026 | WED | 8PM-11PM

📍 The Backyard Pickleball PJ

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 2.800 | Age 40+ (Born in 1986 or earlier)

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 3.300 | Age 40+ (Born in 1986 or earlier)

⏰ 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.

2. DUPR ELIGIBILITY

Match results will NOT be submitted to DUPR.

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 2.800

·    Maximum eligible DUPR rating = 2.800

·     NR (No Rating) players are not eligible

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 3.300

·    Maximum eligible DUPR rating = 3.300

·     NR (No Rating) players are not eligible

3. Podium Restriction

• Only podium results officially recorded on SportsSync at the time of eligibility verification will be counted.
• Results from other platforms (e.g. Baseline, Reclub, etc.) will not be counted.
• Podium finishes include Champion, 1st Runner-up, 2nd Runner-up

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 2.800

✅ Eligible: SportSync podium in Men's Doubles ≤ 2.8 or combined ≤ 5.6

✅ Eligible: Maximum 1 SportsSync podium in Men’s Doubles above 2.8, or combined above 5.6 (per player)

❌ Not Eligible: 2 or more SportsSync podium in Men’s Doubles above 2.8, or combined above 5.6 (per player)

📌 Men's Doubles ≤ 3.300

✅ Eligible: SportSync podium in Men's Doubles ≤ 3.3 or combined ≤ 6.6

✅ Eligible: Maximum 1 SportsSync podium in Men’s Doubles above 3.3 or combined above 6.6 (per player)

❌ Not Eligible: 2 or more SportsSync podium in Men’s Doubles above 3.3 or combined above 6.6 (per player)

4. DUPR INTEGRITY, SCREENING & FAIR PLAY

• Match results will NOT be submitted to DUPR.
• Players must self-check eligibility before payment.
• Primary eligibility reference: Official DUPR during registration and verification, up to full payment after approval.
• Skill benchmark: DUPR is not the only indicator of playing level. Relevant Men’s Doubles podium history in SportsSync is a key benchmark of demonstrated competitive performance.
• Suspected manipulation, unusual rating movement or competitive misrepresentation may be reported to the Tournament Director, Happy Karen (012-331 9352).
• A report does not automatically result in disqualification. The Tournament Director may review up to 6 months of DUPR movement and match history.
• The Organiser may reject entry, reassign category, disqualify without refund, remove league points or suspend participation where false information, manipulation or competitive misrepresentation is reasonably identified.
• The Tournament Director’s decision is final.

5. REGISTRATION POLICY

💰 Registration Fee

•      RM120 per team (RM60 per player)

📌 Payment Policy

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

•     Strictly non-refundable after payment

•      No cancellation is permitted after payment

•      Refund applies only if event is officially cancelled by organiser

6. PRIZE STRUCTURE

• Cash prizes may be adjusted proportionately if actual participation is lower than projected.

Based on 18-20 teams participation:

🥇 Champion (Based on 18-20 teams participation)

• RM650 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM653
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 10 Bliss League Points per player

🥈 1st Runner-up (Based on 18-20 teams participation)

• RM320 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM653
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 8 Bliss League Points per player

🥉 2nd Runner-Up (Based on 18-20 teams participation)

• RM160 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM537
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 5 Bliss League Points per player

🎖️ 4th Place

• 3 Bliss League Points per player

🎖️ Quarterfinalist

• 1 Bliss League Point per player

Based on 14-17 teams participation:

🥇 Champion (Based on 14-17 teams participation)

• RM520 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM653
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 10 Bliss League Points per player

🥈 1st Runner-up (Based on 14-17 teams participation)

• RM250 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM653
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 8 Bliss League Points per player

🥉 2nd Runner-Up (Based on 14-17 teams participation)

• RM120 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM537
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 5 Bliss League Points per player

🎖️ 4th Place

• 3 Bliss League Points per player

🎖️ Quarterfinalist

• 1 Bliss League Point per player

Based on 10-13 teams participation:

🥇 Champion (Based on 10-13 teams participation)

• RM400 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM653
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 10 Bliss League Points per player

🥈 1st Runner-Up (Based on 10-13 teams participation)

• RM200 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM653
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 8 Bliss League Points per player

🥉 2nd Runner-Up (Based on 10-13 teams participation)

• RM100 Cash per team
• Medals
• Merchandise worth RM537
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240 x 2 pcs per team
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton per team
• 5 Bliss League Points per player

🎖️ 4th Place

• 3 Bliss League Points per player

🎖️ Quarterfinalist

• 1 Bliss League Point per player

💰 Cash Prize Payout Terms

• Cash prizes will be paid within 5 days after Final match
• ⁠Subject to final verification and eligibility confirmation
• ⁠Payment only released if no valid protest, report, or eligibility challenge is received
• ⁠If report is raised → payout will be on hold until investigation completed
• Prize may be forfeited in cases of rule violation or eligibility breach
• ⁠Organizer’s decision is final

7. SEASON-END RANKING & ADDITIONAL SEASON-END BONUSES

BLISS LEAGUE recognises players for consistent performance across multiple league stops from October to December 2026.

Earn individual Bliss League points, climb the Season-End Rankings, compete with different partners, and make your mark in BLISS LEAGUE 2026.

• The Season-End prize pool is based on the completion of all 13 league stops and projected season participation.
• Prizes may be adjusted proportionately if fewer than 13 stops are completed or if actual participation is lower than projected.

🥇 Season-End Champion (Highest total Bliss League points at season end)

• RM1,000 Cash per player
• Trophies
• LE Interiors RM15,000 Design and Build Discount Voucher
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton

🥈 Season-End 1st Runner-Up (2nd highest total Bliss League points at season end)

• RM700 Cash per player
• Trophies
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton

🥉 Season-End 2nd Runner-Up (3rd highest total Bliss League points at season end)

• RM300 Cash per player
• Trophies
• Backroom Chiro Voucher FREE One Treatment worth RM240
• AURELO Sweat-Absorbent Grip by AURELO Pro-Shop worth RM58
• Mi Sedaap Ori Ori Kari Instant Noodles worth RM57.60 x 1 carton

8. TOURNAMENT STRUCTURE & SCORING FORMAT

📌 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. 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.

10. TIMEOUT POLICY

•      No timeouts are allowed during the Group Stage and Quarterfinal matches.

•      One 1-minute timeout per team is allowed during the Semifinal, 3rd Place, and Final matches.

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

•      Withdrawal applies if player cannot continue.

11. EQUIPMENT & ATTIRE

•      Official ball used: Franklin X-40

•      Sportswear and non-marking sports shoes are required

•      Offensive or inappropriate clothing is prohibited

•      Paddle brand is unrestricted

12. 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

13. 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.

14. 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.