JUNE 17-22, 2025 OVERALL TOP 5: NO FAVORITE?: Men’s doubles features multiple teams that can win, with 4 different winning duos in the last 5 events. NO WAY: Anna Leigh Waters has not lost a singles match in over 12 months. NO JERSEYS: Which players will thrive without the unique pressures of the MLP season? … Read more
The second (and final) waiver period in the Premier Level, and first (and final) waiver period in Challenger Level are upon us. In a surprising move, the Carolina Hogs have made Collin Johns available in this Waiver Period, instead of their normal sub, Brandon French. More details below. While Major League Pickleball (MLP) is off … Read more
The term “Made in USA” is a loaded one–by the letter of the law, labeling a product as such means its final assembly occurred in the United States and “all or virtually all ingredients or components of the product are made and sourced in the United States.” It’s rarified air, an intentionally high standard because … Read more
One of the biggest storylines headed into MLP Daytona Beach was the lack of parity from the top of the Premier Level to the bottom. The top eight teams were a combined 42-0 against the bottom eight teams. Well, Daytona Beach delivered. There were three big upsets in the event, with two of them being … Read more
Pickleball is special because players of all skill levels can play a game and still have fun. But when you’re paired with a particularly weaker partner, they can often get targeted on the majority of shots, leaving you scrambling against the putaways. Here are a few ways you can prevent your weaker partner from being … Read more
With more than 300 annual events across 12 countries, The Dink Minor League Pickleball is quickly becoming one of the sport’s premier competitions. The DUPR-based format ensures gameplay is fair across teams and divisions, meaning the guaranteed matches at each event are as fun as they are competitive. And the craze is catching on: The … Read more
Ready to upgrade your pickleball setup? We’ve teamed up with Midwest Racquet Sports to hook 13 lucky winners up with a share of $2,000 in gift cards to spend on anything from paddles to shoes, bags, accessories, and more. Whether you’re eyeing a pro-level paddle or just want to stock up on balls and court … Read more
Is your body feeling exhausted and heavy midway through your afternoon pickleball session? Do you find yourself losing focus towards the end of your rec games? Nutrition is often the missing link in peak pickleball performance. Whether you’re hitting the court for a casual game or a tournament, fueling your body properly makes all the … Read more
Pickleball meets performance medicine. DUPR has named Vita Bella its official health and wellness partner, marking a major move to support players beyond just ratings and rec play. DUPR Introduces Its New Reliability Score DUPR announced a new element to its rating system on Tuesday – the DUPR Reliability Score, its newest feature to help … Read more
Pickleball is pretty much the perfect dating app … but brought to life. Think about it: You’re constantly meeting new people on the court, in person, who you automatically share a common interest with. Why Pickleball Is the Best Matchmaker Forget dating apps. Meet new people, enjoy friendly competition, and maybe even find your forever … Read more