National Singles

national singles

U.S. National Singles Championships
[Established: 1968] Main Directory | Current Event | Recordbook

about the event ...

Purpose: U.S. NATIONAL TEAM QUALIFIER. Men's and Women's Open semi-finalists earn positions on the team, and qualify for international competition through semi-annual "team trials." Also encourages development of racquetball as a lifetime sport, with additional competitive age divisions offered in five-year increments between 19+ and 85+, along with skill divisions [A,B,C,D] playoffs. An overall "state team championship" trophy is also awarded.

World Championships and Pan American Games Qualifier. When applicable (at selected events preceding each World Championships the Pan American Games), the top two Men's and Women's open finishers qualify for the World and Pan American Games U.S. Team squads.

Established: 1968
Frequency: Annual (In May, over Memorial Day weekend)
Entrants: 600 - 800
Eligibility: Entrants must be USRA members and qualify for participation by competing in a preliminary regional singles event. In age division competition, players must meet the proper age requirement as of the first day of the tournament.
Awards: Gold, Silver, Bronze, Consolation awards in all divisions, plus state team trophy.
Judging: Competition conducted in single elimination championship rounds, with consolation bracket for first-round losers.
Conditions: USRA rules govern, including mandatory protective eyewear requirement. Players must pre-qualify by competing in a regional event.

sites ...

1983-2001: Houston, Texas
1982: Buffalo, N.Y.
1981: Boise, Idaho
1980: Miami, Fla.
1979: Las Vegas, Nev.
1978: Denver, Colo.
1977: Southfield, Mich.
1976: Chattanooga, Tenn.
1975: St. Louis, Mo.
1974: San Diego, Calif.
1973: St. Louis, Mo.
1972: Memphis, Tenn.
1971: Salt Lake City, Utah
1970: St. Louis, Mo.
1969: St. Louis, Mo.
1968: Milwaukee, Wis.