SJPA Championship Weekend 2026

Grab a partner and battle it out on the Pickleball courts to see who walks away with the SJPA Pickleball Championship in Women’s, Men’s, and Mixed in 3 Divisions.

You and your partner will register individually and include your partner’s name at sign-up.

Women’s Division: Friday, Nov 6

Men’s Division: Saturday, Nov 7

Mixed Play Division: Sunday, Nov 8

Each division has 3 levels: 3-3.49, 3.5-3.99, and Open.

Here is the schedule for each day:

  • 3.0 level starts at 8:30 AM
  • 3.5 level starts at 11:30 AM
  • Open level starts at 2:30 PM
  • You can play in one men’s or women’s division and one mixed division.
  • Use DUPR, Troon, or Self-Rating.
    • You must use the higher rating between the two partners
    • Your rating at signup will determine your level.
    • You can play up a level, but not down a level.
    • The tournament director has the final say as to which division you will play in.
  • This is a Round Robin format.
  • Play will be determined by the number of sign-ups in the division.
  • Prizes will be awarded.
  • All games to 11, win by one.

Requirements:

  • Must be a Sport or Golf member
  • Must be an SJPA member
  • There is no cost for this event

Choose your Division and Level to sign up

Women’sMen’sMixed
Women’s 3.0Men’s 3.0Mixed 3.0
Women’s 3.5Men’s 3.5Mixed 3.5
Women’s OpenMen’s OpenMixed Open

October Harvest Team Competition

This is a new (FREE) SJPA-sponsored competitive team event! Players will be assigned to teams that will compete once per week for four weeks, creating a fun opportunity for competitive play, teamwork, and camaraderie. Can’t make all four weeks? No problem—you may miss one week and still participate!

We are trying to fill all of the open slots, so we have now opened this event to CFI players.

There will be teams at two levels:
3.0–3.49 Level
Saturdays • 1:00–2:30 PM. Matches will take place on October 10, 17, 24, and 31.

3.5+ Level
Wednesdays • 1:00–2:30 PM. The matches will take place on October 7, 14, 21, 28.

Sign up today!  Players will be contacted the week of September 20th with their team assignment.

3.0 – 3.49 Level

3.5+ Level

Hands-Only CPR/AED training

The St James Fire Department is offering free CPR training to SJPA members. The training covers Hands-Only Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

You will learn & practice practical skills using mannequins & practice AEDs.

The classes take place at St. James Fire Station 1

Two classes are scheduled, with limited spots available.

Sign up today!

Tuesday, September 22nd at 4:00 PM
Tuesday, September 29th at 6:30 PM

Competitive Round-Robin

Register now for the new competitive round-robin event. Just like your weekly pickleball groups, each week’s registration commits you only to that week’s event. There will be separate registration for subsequent weeks.

We have added a NEW Mixed Advanced format that is a combined Men’s/Women’s event.

This is a new (FREE!) pickleball event.

This event is now open to CFIL players.

Divisions and times:

Women’s 3.0–3.49: Saturdays, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Men’s 3.0–3.49: Saturdays, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Women’s 3.5–3.99: Wednesdays, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Men’s 3.5–3.99: Wednesdays, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Mixed Advanced Level: Mondays, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (NEW Format)

Event format:

  • Players must use self-rating or their DUPR rating
  • Maximum of 16 players per event
  • Players will be divided into two groups of eight
  • Partners will be chosen by random draw. Different partners for each game.
  • Each player will play six games to 11, win by one
  • Scores will be recorded after each round, and total points will determine the weekly standings
  • Awards will be given to first, second, and third place in each division each week.
  • Winners will be announced in the Weekly Pickle and in the St James Sports newsletter.

Register for your division below:

Women’s 3.0 – 3.49

Men’s 3.0 – 3.49

Women’s 3.5 – 3.99

Men’s 3.5 – 3.99

Mixed Advanced (new format)

Annual SJPA Pool Party

Let’s start celebrating our county’s 250th year with some fun at our annual SJPA Pool Party! The party is on Thursday, June 18th, from 5:00-8:00 PM at the Founder’s Club Pool.  
D.J. Dan Heatherly will provide the music, and our Social Committee has some exciting games planned.  
Troon will cater the event. Meals include a choice of sandwiches/wraps, chips, cookies, and water.  
The price for members is $26.
Guests of members are welcome to join for $30.
Don’t get left out!  Register now!  

The deadline for registration is Monday, June 8th. 

Registered as of June 4

Donald Ammann
Janice Ammann
Lori Ammann
Laura Bouyet
Jean Christian
Pete Christian
Bernadette Clinton
Tom Clinton
Jeff Coleman
Regina Coleman
Christel Colon
Christine Cournoyer
Dick Cournoyer
Michelle Cullen
Chris Dacko
Cheis Dacko
Wayne Dennis
Joanne Descovich
Bill Epp
Laura Epp
bob flanagan
Brenda Gamba
Mike Garner
Amy Garner
DeDe Gonzalez
Ray Gonzalez
Tarri Grover
Jim Grover
Scott Hettinger
Cindy Hettinger
Ruthie Iorio
George Johnson
Marion Johnson
Eileen Kopunek
Michael Kopunek
Randy Kraemer
Theresa Kraemer
Mark Leeds
Doug MacCall
Tara MacCall
Kristie Minor
Scott Nasiff
Katy Nasiff
Sherri Newman
Bradford Newman
Barbara Oertel
Bill Oertel
Lance Reiter
Carolyn Reiter
Cathy Rienth
Ken Rienth
Cathy Rollins
Tony Rollins
Marilou Rubright
Terry Rubright
Clare Samolis
Stacy Sheilds
Robyn Smith
Noelle Speers
Pete Speers
Dinah Weiss
Tom Weiss
Liz Wilson
Bryon Wilson
Sandy Woods
Richard Woods

Member Appreciation at the HOP

The St. James Pickleball Association invites all members to join us for our Annual Meeting, held this year as our First Member Appreciation Event — a special evening to celebrate YOU and thank you for your amazing support!

This is a FREE event!
Date: Sunday, November 16
Time: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: The House of Pickleball (HOP), Leland, NC

Enjoy an evening of fun featuring:
A live DJ
Pizza & salad
Great company and lots of laughs

There will be three pickleball sessions, and all members are welcome — whether you’re playing or just coming to socialize!
Come celebrate our growing community and share in the fun.
We can’t wait to see you there!

Registration is closed.

SJPA Championship Weekend Results

The SJPA Championship Weekend Tournament was a huge success. 50 teams competed over the 3 days. The weather was perfect and the play was spectacular. Points were hard to come by as the players showcased their skills.

Thank you to all the players and to those who came out to cheer them on. And congrats to all the winners.

Here are the champions from each division

3.03.54.0+
LADIESKathy Melnyk
Tarri Grover
Cindy Phillips
Lisa Boggs
Rose Webber
Susan Barry
MENSLeo Pacnya
Kevin O’Brien
Randy Kraemer
Bill Stanzel
Jay Ackerson
Tom Alderice
MIXEDJanice Ammann
Mike Garner
Deb Chiarello
Joe Beitz
Rose Webber
Tony Rollins

Beginners Social with Drill & Play

Are you a beginner or just want to improve your pickleball game? Then this event is for you!

Join us on Sunday, September 14th. This event is for Beginners and players at the 3.0 level and below. We will drill for 45 minutes and play for 45 minutes. Drills will include serving, return of serves, dinking, and third shot drops as well as others.

There will be an instructor on each court to answer questions and help you succeed.

Come out for a great time and practice and play against others at your level.

Please sign up as space is limited.

This is a FREE event and is open to non-SJPA members as well.

For more details and to sign up, visit the following links:

Session 1: 1:00 – 2:30

Session 2: 2:30 – 4:00

Battle of the Paddle – Registration closes Aug 31

Registration for the Battle of the Paddle tournament is open through August 31.

The tournament will be held on Saturday and Sunday, September 27 and 28.

The tournament will consist of a team skills competition, dinking only round robins, and men’s, women’s, and mixed round robins by rating.

There are limited spots available.

For more information, click here.

Beginners Social with Drills and Play

Beginners Social with Drills and Play

This event is for Beginners and players at the 3.0 level and below. We will drill for 45 minutes and play for 45 minutes. Drills will include serving, return of serves, dinking, and third shot drops as well as others. 

Come out for a great time and practice and play against others at your level. 

Join us on Sunday, April 6. There will be two sessions.
Be sure to sign up as space is limited. Registration is open.

This is a FREE event and is open to non-SJPA members as well.

For more details and sign up, visit the following links:
Session 1: 1:00 – 2:30

Session 2: 2:30 – 4:00

Mixed Up Doubles Play with a Pro

Join us on Sunday, March 9th for a fun Play with a Pro event. This is a round-robin social event with Pro Kim Mihan mixing into different games. 

  • We will be playing ten-minute games on all eight courts
  • The event is for all levels and will be in a Round-Robin format
  • No fee. Please bring a non-perishable item for the Southport Oak Island Interchurch Fellowship Food Pantry (SOIICF)

PLAYER REQUIREMENTS:

  • St. James Sport/Golf Membership
  • SJPA Paid Membership

Registration is open.

Session 1: 1:00 – 2:30

Session 2: 2:30 – 4:00