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USA Pickleball Expands to Tucson with Game-Changing National Qualifier!

USA Pickleball Expands to Tucson: USA Pickleball’s Golden Ticket tournament is set to take place at Kino Sports Complex South from March 26-30, marking the first time the event will be held in Tucson. Registration remains open until March...

USA Pickleball Bans Pickleball Paddles from Chorus Pickleball After Failed Testing

USA Pickleball Bans Pickleball Paddles: USA Pickleball has removed the Fire EX and SX paddles from its approved equipment list after discovering they failed required performance testing. The decision, effective immediately, means the pickleball paddles can no longer be...

Silicon Valley Hosts NorCal Pickleball Championships, Top Players Battle for State Recognition

Silicon Valley Hosts NorCal Pickleball Championships: The 2025 NorCal State Championships, part of the California State Pickleball Championships Series, will take place from March 6 to 9 at The HUB Pickleball Club in Silicon Valley. This USAP-sanctioned event serves...

MTP 2025 March Indoor Tournament Brings Exciting Pickleball Competition to Buford

MTP 2025 March Indoor Tournament: The More Than Pickleball (MTP) 2025 March Indoor Tournament is set to take place from March 21 to March 23 in Buford, Georgia. This USAP-sanctioned event will feature singles, gender doubles, and mixed doubles,...

New Guidelines in the USA Pickleball Rulebook: A Commitment to Integrity and Player Experience

The USA Pickleball Rulebook Official Rulebook has received new guidelines to ensure clarity, fairness, and consistency in the sport. These changes aim to preserve the sport’s integrity, enhance the player experience, and improve officiating practices. The guidelines will impact...

New Line Calling Rules in Pickleball: Enhancing Fairness and Clarity

New Line Calling Rules in Pickleball Tournaments have been established to enhance clarity and fairness during matches. These guidelines focus on the responsibilities of players in making accurate calls and ensuring an equitable playing environment. Player Responsibilities Under the new regulations,...

Clarifying the Game: Key Definitions Every Pickleball Player Should Know

Key Definitions Every Pickleball Player Should Know: The official rules and definitions for pickleball tournaments have been clarified, providing players with essential information about gameplay, violations, and court specifications. This comprehensive guide aims to enhance understanding and ensure fair...

Avoiding Pickleball Faults: A Guide to Cleaner, Smarter Play

Avoiding Pickleball Faults: A fault in pickleball results in a dead ball and a loss of rally or serve. The rules governing faults ensure fair play and maintain game integrity. Common infractions include improper serves, hitting the net, and...

USA Pickleball Awards 51 Organizations to Expand the Game Nationwide

USA Pickleball Awards 51 Organizations: USA Pickleball is excited to announce the 51 awardees of its inaugural Grow the Game grant program. These organizations and schools from 27 states will receive pickleball equipment and educational resources, benefiting over 192,000...

UTR Macon Open to Award Golden Ticket Entry to USA Pickleball Nationals

The UTR Macon Open is set to bring top-tier pickleball competition to Macon, Georgia, from March 12-16, 2025. Organized by UTR Sports, the event will be held at Rhythm & Rally Sports & Events. Players will compete for a...

USA Pickleball Halts Robus Ripple Paddle Release Over Certification Concerns

USA Pickleball Halts Robus Ripple Paddle Release: USA Pickleball has paused the release of the highly anticipated Robus Ripple paddle after concerns were raised about its testing results. The paddle, which featured a unique wave-like texture, was expected to...

USA Pickleball Serves Boosts Local Pickleball Growth with Grants for Equipment and Education

USA Pickleball Serves has announced the winners of its inaugural “Grow the Game” grant program. The grants will help 51 organizations across 27 states, providing equipment and resources to introduce and expand pickleball in local communities. This is a...

USA Pickleball Calls for Leadership Applicants: How to Shape the Future of Pickleball in 2025!

USA Pickleball Calls for Leadership Applicants: USA Pickleball is seeking volunteers to join its Board of Directors and Committees for the 2025 term. The organization, which supports the growth of pickleball nationwide, is looking for passionate individuals who can...

USA Pickleball’s Golden Ticket Tournaments in 2025: A Path to the Nationals Awaits!

USA Pickleball’s Golden Ticket Tournaments: The USA Pickleball Nationals remains one of the most prestigious events in the sport, and in 2025, players have the chance to qualify through Golden Ticket Tournaments. These tournaments, hosted by USA Pickleball in...

USA Pickleball’s 2025 Rule Updates Set to Enhance Fairness and Global Expansion

USA Pickleball’s 2025 Rule Updates: Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the United States, is making waves globally with its new 2025 rule updates. These changes, introduced by USA Pickleball, aim to enhance fairness and sportsmanship while ensuring smooth gameplay....

JOOLA Faces Lawsuit for Selling Pickleball Paddles with Fake Approved by USAP Label

JOOLA Faces Lawsuit for Selling Pickleball Paddles: Joola, a popular pickleball paddle manufacturer, is facing a lawsuit after selling paddles with a false “Approved by USAP” label. The paddles, which were not approved by USA Pickleball (USAP), were sold...

2025 USAP Nationals, Golden Tickets Await at the Ultimate Stage for Amateur Pickleball Players

The 2025 USAP Nationals will take place in mid-November at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa, Arizona. This highly anticipated tournament is the National Championships for USA Pickleball, the governing body of the sport. Event Overview The USAP Nationals is the...

2025 USA Pickleball Rule Changes: Decertified Paddles and Gearbox’s Player Support Plan

2025 USA Pickleball Rule Changes: USA Pickleball has officially released its 2025 Rule Book, which includes only minor updates compared to past years. These approved rules had already been available in the Rule database for several weeks. Unlike in...

USAP Nationals 2024 Faces Attendance Decline but Delivers Competitive Action

USAP Nationals 2024 Faces Attendance Decline: USA Pickleball (USAP) concluded its 2024 Nationals at Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa, with 2,425 players participating. This marked a significant drop from 2023 when nearly 900 more players attended. The decrease in...

USA Pickleball’s 2025 Golden Ticket Program Offers Amateurs a VIP Pass to Nationals

USA Pickleball’s 2025 Golden Ticket Program: USA Pickleball (USAP) has announced its 2025 Golden Ticket slate, previewing a large portion of the 2025 Association of Pickleball Players (APP) tournament schedule. Golden Tickets are the only guaranteed way for amateur...