So Cal Open

SoCal Open Preview: A Loaded Draw Sets the Stage for a Massive Tournament in Fullerton

ByAdam Manilla

The IRT returns to Southern California this week for one of the most anticipated events of the extended season — the SoCal Open, held in Fullerton, CA, December 4–7. With the entire Top 11 in the world in attendance and storylines stacked top to bottom, this tournament is set to be an explosive finish to 2025’s Tier 1 slate.

A Look Back: Last Year’s Wild Run in Canoga Park

Last year’s SoCal Open brought one of the most memorable runs in recent IRT history. Jordy Alonso shocked the sport with a breakout performance, defeating Kane Waselenchuk, Robert Collins, and Rodrigo Montoya on his way to the finals. Ultimately, it was Conrrado Moscoso who claimed the title in Canoga Park, securing the championship and adding to his West Coast dominance.

This year, all eyes return to Moscoso — and the field he’ll have to get through.

This Year: The Draw Is Absolutely Loaded

For the first time this season, all top 11 IRT professionals are in the same draw. That means fans can expect early-round fireworks, heavyweight quarterfinals, and possibly the most competitive Tier 1 bracket of the year.

Kane Waselenchuk Enters as the #1 Seed

The 14-time World Champion comes into Fullerton as the top seed, hungry for another title and surrounded by challengers eager to take their shot.

Moscoso Climbs to #4 — and a Golden State Rematch Looms

Fresh off winning the Golden State Open, Conrrado Moscoso jumps to #4 in the world. If the seeds hold, he will face Rodrigo Montoya in the quarterfinals — a rematch of their epic, come-from-behind tiebreaker battle in Pleasanton just weeks ago.

Expect fireworks.

Acuna vs. Bredenbeck: A Semi-Final Collision Course

Two of the most in-form players of the year —

  • Andrés Acuña (#2), fresh off winning World Singles and World Doubles,
  • Jake Bredenbeck (#3), consistently deep in every major draw

are projected to meet in the semifinals. But with three straight tournaments producing three different champions, nothing is guaranteed. The field is simply too deep. Upsets are inevitable.

Tournament Website

Watch Live All Weekend

Play begins Thursday at 1 PM PST with coverage streaming on:

  • Facebook Live
  • YouTube Live
  • IRT Club (featuring exclusive second-court streaming)

If you’re an IRT Club member, this is one of the best weekends of the season to enjoy both courts and keep up with all the early rounds.

IRT Club

Fantasy Racquetball: Who’s Your Pick to Make a Deep Run?

If you’re an IRT Club Member, don’t forget to submit your Fantasy Fastbreak lineup before play begins!
Pick one player from each tier (1–4, 5–8, 9–16, and 16+) and compete against fellow fans and pro players for leaderboard bragging rights.

With such a stacked draw — and so many potential upsets — this might be the toughest Fantasy weekend of the year.

Fullerton Awaits

The final Tier 1 event of the extended season is here — and with every top contender in the bracket, a new champion could easily emerge… or a familiar one could cement their legacy.

The SoCal Open is always fast, loud, and unpredictable.
This year, it might be unforgettable.

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