Polymarket MLP Pickleball Predictions: Polymarket has added Major League Pickleball (MLP) to its prediction market for the first time, drawing attention from pickleball fans and traders worldwide. The United Pickleball Association (UPA) Chief Executive Officer Connor Pardoe shared the news on X, sparking curiosity about how the platform and league are connected.
Who will will the @MajorLeaguePB title!? Check it out on @Polymarket https://t.co/QZtqwZ4KPd
— Connor Pardoe (@connorpardoe_pb) August 12, 2025
How Polymarket Works
Polymarket is a platform where people trade “shares” on the outcomes of future events, such as sports, politics, and entertainment, using cryptocurrency or traditional currency. Traders buy and sell based on what they believe will happen, with prices reflecting the likelihood of an event. Founded in 2020, the platform gained fame during election seasons when large sums were traded on political events.
Major League Pickleball Predictions
For the first time, MLP events are now listed on Polymarket. Four future predictions are available for trading, and more than $2,000 worth of trades have already taken place. In the “Major League Pickleball Winner” category, the St. Louis Shock have the most trades for a win, while shares for the LA Mad Drops are currently the most expensive.
Restrictions for U.S. Traders
Polymarket transactions are considered trades, not bets, since they involve buying and selling event shares. However, U.S.-based users cannot trade on Polymarket due to legal restrictions. Attempts to trade from the United States result in an error message. The company has not yet confirmed when Americans will be able to participate.
Growing Buzz on Social Media
Polymarket’s inclusion of MLP has sparked interest on pickleball social media channels. Professional pickleball player Zane Navratil posted a thread on X, adding to the conversation among fans and traders.
1/6 Gambling is finally here in pickleball….well…kind of. You can take a financial position through the Polygon blockchain network and trade shares that represent the likelihood of specific outcomes occurring.
— Zane Navratil (@ZaneNavratil) August 12, 2025
History of Polymarket and Legal Challenges
Polymarket rose to prominence in the U.S. during the 2024 election but faced regulatory action. In January 2022, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) ordered the company, then operating as Blockratize, to pay a $1.4 million fine and stop running unregistered event-based binary options. This forced the platform to block U.S. traders unless it complied with U.S. laws.
Later in 2024, as political markets grew, federal investigators increased their scrutiny. Law enforcement executed a search warrant at the home of Chief Executive Officer Shayne Coplan, and prosecutors investigated possible violations of the 2022 agreement. These legal challenges have shaped the platform’s path toward re-entering the U.S. market.
What This Means for Pickleball and Traders
The addition of MLP to Polymarket could mark a new chapter in sports prediction markets, giving pickleball fans a way to track team performance through trading activity. However, until U.S. restrictions are lifted, many fans can only watch from the sidelines. If legal access is granted, the market could see a sharp rise in participation.
News in Brief: Polymarket MLP Pickleball Predictions
Polymarket has listed Major League Pickleball predictions for the first time, sparking global interest. U.S. traders remain blocked due to legal restrictions, but fans can watch market trends. St. Louis Shock and LA Mad Drops lead early trading. Polymarket’s regulatory history raises questions about its future access in America.