PlaySight AI Pickleball Ratings System: DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) and DUPR Coach have launched a new way to rate pickleball players using video and artificial intelligence. This system, powered by PlaySight’s smart video tools, allows players to get an official DUPR rating by uploading a match video—even if they haven’t played in a league or tournament.
PlaySight, known for its AI video tech in sports, is the first official partner in this effort. Together, these groups aim to make accurate player ratings easier and more accessible to everyone.
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How It Works
The core idea is to use PlaySight’s smart cameras and AI tools to watch and analyze player matches. Then, DUPR Coaches give a rating based on what they see. This helps players get a trusted DUPR score, even without taking part in official games.
Tito Machado, Chief Executive Officer of DUPR, said
“This initiative is about unlocking access,”. “Not everyone plays in a league or tournament right away. Now, with a video of your match, you can get a trusted, data-driven rating. PlaySight is the ideal launch partner; they bring precision video capture and analytics already used by top-level athletes worldwide, and their presence in leading pickleball venues makes this a natural fit.”
Boosting Player Visibility
This partnership is not just about ratings. Players will also be able to create highlight videos and replay full matches. These clips will be shared on DUPR’s online platforms, making it easier for fans to follow players and for athletes to show their skills.
Chen Shachar, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PlaySigh, said
“We are proud to partner with DUPR, a clear leader who shares our vision for advancing pickleball through technology,”. “Our AI systems create a massive trove of performance data and video highlights every single day. This partnership provides the perfect platform to not only enhance rating accuracy but also to deliver this incredible content to millions of passionate players worldwide through DUPR’s amazing community.”
What’s Next?
This is just the beginning. DUPR will continue to support new ways for players to get ratings using AI—whether from a PlaySight SmartCourt, a phone camera, or other devices. The goal is to help more players improve by using video tools, regardless of where or how they play.
About the Companies
DUPR is the top pickleball rating system used by players, clubs, and tournaments around the world. It gives players a score between 2.000 and 8.000 based on their match results. DUPR works with big names in the sport, including the United Pickleball Association, Professional Pickleball Association, Major League Pickleball, and Pickleball.com. It also runs Minor League Pickleball and Collegiate Pickleball.
PlaySight is a leading company in AI sports video. Its SmartCourt system is used in over 40 sports, including pickleball, tennis, padel, and basketball. It offers live streaming, match replays, and game stats. PlaySight is also the video partner of the Professional Pickleball Association Tour and is installed at top venues like Dill Dinkers, Ace Pickleball Club, and The Fort in Fort Lauderdale.
News in Brief: PlaySight AI Pickleball Ratings System
DUPR and DUPR Coach launched a new AI video system to give players accurate pickleball ratings from match footage. PlaySight is the first partner, bringing smart video tools. Players can now get rated and share highlights—even without joining tournaments—making the sport more open and connected.
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