Blitz Paddle - New Short Format for Platform Tennis

Innovative Format Promises Fast-Paced Action

Blitz Paddle to debut new Format Friday October 3rd 7pm
Watch Live at Montclair CC  or Live on YouTube/@BlitzPaddle

A bold new era for platform tennis is here. Today, organizers announced the official launch of a groundbreaking Platform Tennis format designed to captivate audiences and elevate the excitement of the sport for viewers everywhere.

At the heart of the innovation is a reimagined competition format that puts viewer experience first. Matches will feature 11-point rally scoring, significantly accelerating the pace of play and ensuring that each point is packed with excitement and drama. With the rally scoring system, every point matters, creating edge-of-your-seat action from first serve to match point.

In a first for the sport, each match is engineered to conclude within just 15 minutes, making platform tennis more exciting and engaging for both new fans and seasoned enthusiasts. This streamlined structure allows for more matches, greater variety, and an exhilarating, non-stop viewing experience, whether courtside or on screen.

“Our goal is to reinvent what platform tennis can be for fans,” said the Blitz format founders. “By making matches faster, more dynamic, and fan inclusion, we believe we’re setting a new standard—not just for platform tennis, but for how emerging sports can thrill audiences in the digital age.”

The league’s debut season is set to launch soon, with matches streamed live and highlight packages available across major social and sports platforms. Spectators can expect electrifying rallies, strategic showdowns, and a vibrant community of athletes pushing the boundaries of the game.

Stay tuned for more updates, team announcements, and the official schedule as platform tennis enters a new chapter—one where the viewer is always at the center of the action.

BLITZRULES:
- Scoring is to 11 points, each service is worth one point.  First to 11 wins, at 10-10 next point wins.

- Server rotates after 2 points.

- 2'x3' Target hung 3' off the ground in the middle back screen.  Hitting this target is a Winner

- Winners are worth 2 points  (A winner is defined by opponents unable to touch the ball)

Examples:  a) a ball bounces back into or over the net.
                 b) a ball hits the back screen and comes back over the net
                 c) a ball hits a player below the chest
                 d) a lob lands in and then bounces out of the court.
                 e) hitting the Blitz Target!

Matches should complete in under 15 minutes!

With quicker matches Blitz Paddle opens up many possibilities

SCRAMBLES
By shortening the length of matches, players will scramble much more frequently and predictably. Teams can/should also mix partners.  A poor matchup is no big deal when a match only lasts 15 minutes.

KING OF THE HILL
With multiple courts, winning teams move up a court when they win and down a court when they lose.
you may have more teams than courts, as new teams can be introduced every 15 minutes.

POOL PLAY
With every point counting, multiple teams will play everyone. Total cumulation of points wins. Encourages the social aspect and mixing talents to form more balanced teams.

OPEN PLAY
When you have more players than courts allow, this short format allows very quick turnaround, partner changes, and level matching, keeping more people involved.

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