Hidden Secret of DUPR Rating Disclosed: In recent weeks, a wave of misinformation has washed over the pickleball community regarding DUPR, prompting Tito Machado, the CEO of DUPR, to clarify why this rating system stands out in a sport that is rapidly gaining traction worldwide.
The Trust of the Community
At the core of DUPR’s success is the trust it has garnered from over 4,000 clubs and facilities. This statistic isn’t just a number; it reflects a grassroots movement where clubs and tournament organizers rely on this rating to establish fair, level-based play.
“That’s the most important thing — at the grassroots level, every club and tournament organizer around the world is using our rating to create level-based play.” – (Machado)
DUPR isn’t just making waves at the grassroots level. It has partnered with most major pro tours, including MLP, PPA, and PWR, alongside several prominent amateur leagues like NPL, NTPL, WPT, and The Dink Minor League Pickleball. These collaborations are crucial, ensuring that the rating system is included in every pickleball competition, professional and amateur.
Data: The Heart of Accuracy
The importance of partnerships extends beyond mere affiliation. “You can’t be accurate unless you have data — and lots of it,” Machado emphasizes. DUPR’s integration with 70 partner platforms allows clubs the flexibility to choose from various club management software, meaning they can easily adopt the rating without being constrained to a single system.
This flexibility leads to a significant flow of data from events around the globe, creating a rich repository that no other rating system can match. As user adoption skyrockets, the DUPR algorithm grows more accurate by the hour.
“That’s how we are able to make sure each and every result counts.” – (Machado)
Each score posted and every match played feeds into a system designed to refine and enhance accuracy continually.
Growing Together as a Community
With this foundation of trust and data, the message from Machado is clear: players should keep the scores coming, keep competing, and keep having fun. “The only way to grow this sport we all love is together,” he insists. Encouraging others to join the DUPR community is vital for nurturing the sport’s growth and expanding its reach.
In a light-hearted reminder, Machado notes, “And remember, there is no ‘T’ in DUPR. We are a company created by pickleballers, for pickleballers.” This personal touch shows the ethos behind DUPR—a community-driven effort to elevate the sport they cherish.
As he looks forward to the future, Machado expresses his excitement: “I’m super excited to keep growing with you. See you on the court!”
News in Brief: Hidden Secret of DUPR Rating Disclosed
Tito Machado, CEO of DUPR, has clarified misconceptions about the rating system in the pickleball community, highlighting its trust among 4,000 clubs and partnerships with major pro tours and amateur leagues. He emphasizes the importance of data in maintaining accuracy and urges players to continue competing and contributing scores.
DUPR aims to foster community growth, reminding that the organization is built by pickleballers for pickleballers. Machado looks forward to evolving the sport together with its enthusiasts
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