UPA & DUPR form new Collegiate Pickleball Tour

Collegiate Pickleball Tour 2025 logo

Collegiate pickleball just evolved, and student athletes will now have the chance to play at the top of the game. The Collegiate Pickleball Tour (CPT)—a new nationwide series backed by DUPR and the United Pickleball Association (UPA)—is set to showcase college talent, award over $100,000 in prize money, and give top teams the chance to face off […]

Two Sides Emerge in the Pickleball Ratings War

Rival pickleball rating systems are about to engage in battle

USA Pickleball and UTR Sports have announced a partnership establishing UTR as the technology, software, and ratings partner of USA Pickleball, which includes their events, tournaments, leagues, and recreational activities. This is interesting because UTR comes from the world of tennis and is relatively new to the world of pickleball, but does have a strong reputation […]

One of the Biggest Partnerships in Pickleball History Just Announced

Some of the biggest names in organized pickleball have announced a landmark partnership that could stand to change the landscape of ratings and tournament experience in the sport. Pickleball Inc., the United Pickleball Association (UPA, a.k.a. the parent company of Major League Pickleball & PPA Tour), and DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) have announced a […]