PPA Tour proposes new court dimensions for singles, will test concept at Challenger events
Last Edited
Jan 21 2026
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In an effort to “create a more dynamic game and further highlight the athletic abilities of pro pickleball players,” a test of narrower court dimensions will take place in Pro Singles at upcoming PPA Challenger events, the PPA Tour announced Wednesday.
The new court dimensions will bring the sidelines in by a total of three feet, making the court 17 feet wide. This change is meant to allow for “longer points and a more exciting player and spectator experience.”
The change comes as both men's and women's singles have become more baseline-oriented over the past couple years. As paddle technology has evolved, it has become easier to hit quality passing shots, which makes players more hesitant to come to the net.
In theory, by making the court narrower for singles, it will make players more likely to come to the net and engage in cat-and-mouse rallies, which is more in line with how singles was played 2-3 years ago.
The change will be implemented over the next four Challenger tournaments: Houston, Harbour Island, Newport Beach and Opelika.
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