2025 CNPL Drafted Players: The Canadian National Pickleball League has announced its 2025 draft picks ahead of the new season. Twenty players from across Canada and around the world were selected to join one of eight national teams. The draft highlights rising stars and seasoned players who will shape the season ahead.
Christina Chin Goes First Overall
Christina Chin, a 27-year-old from Canada, was the first overall pick. She was chosen by Vancouver Rush and brings a strong Competitive Tournament Player Rating (CTPR) of 5.69. Christina Chin’s height is listed at 5’5″. She is expected to play a key role in leading Vancouver Rush this season.
Lucas Wong, age 33, was picked second by Northern Lights Ontario Pickleball. Wesley Gabrielsen, a 39-year-old player from the United States, was selected third by Detroit-Windsor Drive. Brad Chapman, 34, from Canada, went fourth to Prairie Pronghorns. He stands 5’10” tall and holds a CTPR of 5.50.
Teams Add New Talent Across the Board
| Draft | Player | Team | Country | Age | Height | CTPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christina Chin | Rush | CAN | 27 | 5’5″ | 5.69 |
| 2 | Lucas Wong | Lights | CAN | 33 | – | – |
| 3 | Wesley Gabrielsen | Drive | USA | 39 | – | – |
| 4 | Brad Chapman | Pronghorns | CAN | 34 | 5’10” | 5.50 |
| 5 | Anna Dyachenko | Rush | KAZ | 36 | – | – |
| 6 | Joel Pelletier | Lights | CAN | 34 | 6’0″ | 5.05 |
| 7 | Jonas Dähler | Drive | SUI | 35 | 6’4″ | 4.82 |
| 8 | Maximilian Wild | United | USA | 25 | – | – |
| 9 | Kim Layton | Pronghorns | CAN | 43 | 6’0″ | 5.60 |
| 10 | Armaan Jiwa Mawji | Rush | CAN | 19 | – | – |
| 11 | Marie-Christine Salvas | Lights | CAN | 37 | – | – |
| 12 | Audrey Yeung | Drive | HKG | 22 | – | – |
| 13 | Jada Bui | United | CAN | 23 | – | – |
| 14 | Jordann Vigna | Pronghorns | CAN | 30 | 5’2″ | 4.80 |
| 15 | Preston Gordon | Smash | USA | 25 | – | – |
| 16 | Eugene Yui Mak | Brewers | CHN | 32 | 5’11” | 4.91 |
| 17 | Ava Weeks | Rush | CAN | 20 | 5’4″ | 4.02 |
| 18 | Danielle Boss | Lights | USA | 24 | – | – |
| 19 | Natalie Araya | Drive | CAN | 37 | 5’1″ | 5.21 |
| 20 | Sneha Iyer | United | IND | 36 | 5′?” | 4.66 |
Looking Ahead to the Season
This year’s draft brought in players from Canada, the United States, Switzerland, Kazakhstan, Hong Kong, India, and China. With many young and experienced athletes joining, teams will look to build strong lineups for the coming season.
The 2025 draft sets the stage for a competitive and diverse league. Fans can expect exciting matches and new faces as the Canadian National Pickleball League grows stronger with each season.
News in Brief: 2025 CNPL Drafted Players
The Canadian National Pickleball League selected 20 players in the 2025 draft. Christina Chin was picked first by Vancouver Rush. Teams from across the country added new talent ahead of the season. The draft includes players from seven countries and marks the start of an exciting year in pickleball.
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