The National Pickleball League (NPL) is gearing up for its 2025 Combines, offering players a chance to earn a spot on an NPL team. The events will take place in Phoenix, Arizona, from March 7-9, and in Houston, Texas, from March 21-23. Participants will compete in a two-day round-robin doubles format, with the top two men and women securing automatic selection.
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Pathway to Pro Pickleball
The NPL Combines serve as a critical step for aspiring professional players, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their skills and sportsmanship.
Registered players will engage in a highly competitive environment, battling for a chance to join the league. The second event will be held at Pickleball Country Club, the home of the Houston Hammers.
Competitive Format and Selection Process
Each combine features a rigorous two-day round-robin doubles competition, testing the abilities of participants in an intense setting.
Only the top two male and female performers from each event will earn an automatic place on an NPL team, further solidifying their path to professional pickleball.
Excitement Builds for NPL’s 2025 Season
With the Combines just around the corner, excitement is building among players and fans. “Get ready to bring it,” organizers stated, emphasizing the high level of competition expected at the events. The league encourages all participants to “leave it all on the court” as they compete for a coveted spot in the NPL.
News in Brief: National Pickleball League
The 2025 NPL Combines will take place in Phoenix, Arizona, on March 7-9 and in Houston, Texas, on March 21-23. Participants will compete in a two-day round-robin doubles format, with the top two men and women earning an automatic NPL team spot. The events serve as a key pathway to professional pickleball.
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