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Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns competing on the PPA Tour.

.com·Aug 5, 2026Carvana PPA Tour announces global “World Pickleball Rankings” systemThe first-of-its-kind ranking unifies every PPA Tour event into a single ranking and crowns the sport’s best all-around players.Reads on Pickleball.com

Europe is stepping onto the global pickleball stage in a big way.

.com·Aug 4, 2026A new frontier: PPA Tour Europe is bornA 20-event season across nine countries sets the stage for top players to rise and compete on a global level.Reads on Pickleball.com

.com·Jul 1, 2026PPA Tour calendar gets a shakeupOne of the biggest changes sees the Veolia Arizona Open added to the schedule in September.Reads on Pickleball.com

Carlota Trevino and Kelly Goodnow after winning the women's doubles title at the Boise PPA Challenger.

.com·Jun 16, 2026Kelly Goodnow becomes youngest gold medalist in PPA Tour history at Boise ChallengerOne of Anna Leigh Waters' longest-standing records in pro pickleball was broken over the weekend by a young star with a bright future.Reads on Pickleball.com

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Pickleball’s Biggest Stage: Summer ChampionshipsThe PPA is excited to announce a partnership with Skechers that introduces the first ever Skechers Invitational Summer Championships. The Skechers Invitational Summer Championships will feature the top two seeds…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Hyundai Roars into Pickleball as the PPA Tour’s Latest PartnerBig time growth in the sport entices Hyundai to join the goldrush SALT LAKE CITY, UT (July 14, 2022) – There’s no time like the present to explore the new…PPA Tour

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023New Director of Partnerships in Store For the PPA TourVeteran of the racquet sports world brings her expertise to the world of pickleball SALT LAKE CITY, UT (June 30, 2022) – The PPA Tour announced Thursday that it had…PPA Tour

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Shady Rays is Bringing the Best of Active Eyewear to the PPA TourProtect your eyes and look good doing it, all while playing the sport you love SALT LAKE CITY, UT (June 23, 2022) – It’s easier than ever to stay cool…Hannah Johns

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Partnership with n2grate Marks the Advent of Tech Companies in PickleballPPA tournament on the docket for 2022 boasts an exciting new title sponsor SALT LAKE CITY, UT (June 20, 2022) – It isn’t everyday that a professional sport welcomes the…Hannah Johns

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Finals: Unforgettable Matches Steal the Show on Tennis ChannelChampionship Sunday for the Select Medical Orange County Cup in San Clemente, California had watchers holding their breath. And not pickleball watchers, but those from the world of tennis as…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023W/M Doubles: Semifinals to RememberGender doubles at the Select Medical Orange County Cup in beautiful San Clemente, California did not disappoint. In fact, both the men’s and women’s semifinal matches were composed of gripping…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Mixed: Youngsters and VeteransAt one of the most beautiful tour stops of the year, the mixed doubles again proved why it is the favorite event for a majority of pickleball fans. For the…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Singles: Hometown Girls and Big PersonalitiesFor Parris Todd, playing in the Select Medical Orange County Cup in San Clemente, Calif., is like playing at home. Meanwhile, Tyson McGuffin just made himself at home. The two…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Tennis Is a Perfect Partner for Pickleball Both On Court and OffTennis Channel and Tennis Magazine are heading to the kitchen line and are all-in on pickleball this week. At this week’s PPA Tour Select Medical Cup (June 9-12 at Lifetime…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Preview to the Select Medical CupThe Select Medical Cup in San Clemente, California features a star-studded lineup and raises some intriguing questions. The tournament gets underway on Thursday, June 9 at Life Time Rancho San…Dave Fleming

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Grand Slam Finals Hailed as Some of the Best of 2022On Championship Sunday of the first PPA Tour grand slam of the season, the matches were nothing short of epic. Of the five fantastic match-ups, three went the distance to…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023M/W Doubles Goes True to FormDespite a WILD men’s singles draw, the crowded men’s doubles field went remarkably smoothly on Saturday. The quarterfinals featured the top eight (8) seeds, narrowed from 41 to start the…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Another Triple Crown in Sight for ParenteauNot sure how Catherine Parenteau could have more confidence than she already has right now. You tend to gain a bit when you win a singles title, a doubles title…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Underdogs Rule the Day in AtlantaThings kind of went the way they were supposed to go in the women’s pro singles Thursday at the Arcytech Atlanta Grand Slam. Can’t really say the same for the…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023PPA Paddle Compliance and TestingI. PPA Paddle Compliance and Testing Policy All paddles used at any PPA event, amateur, professional, or senior professional divisions, must be on the Professional Pickleball Association’s approved equipment list…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023ATL: Thursday is Pro Singles Day!We’re beyond excited for Thursday (Pro Singles Day). We’ve got some AMAZING matches lined up on Championship Court and the Grand Stand Courts. The very best pro players in the…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Preview to the Acrytech Atlanta Grand SlamSome of the biggest draws in professional pickleball will begin on May 18 at Life Time Peachtree Corners. Close to 1,200 players will compete in Atlanta, including the best players…Dave Fleming

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023The Best of Both Worlds: Triple Crowns & First Time TitlistsChampionship Sunday did not disappoint at the PPA Invisalign Open, which was the largest pickleball tournament ever held in North Carolina to date. The day began with women’s doubles between…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023Doubles Sends Crowd Favorites to Sunday’s FinalsFor gender doubles day, both the women and the men saw the top two seeds reach the finals in fiery fashion. In women’s doubles, the red-hot team of Catherine Parenteau…PPA Tour

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023The ‘Wright’ Emotion Makes for a Fun FridayMakes total sense that Matt Wright would want to pair up with John McEnroe. After a super-charged match, the kind of play that fist-pumping was made for, Wright was asked…PPA Tour

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023PPA Riverland Open HighlightsWATCH NOW…Andrew Gilman

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023THE TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS JOINS THE PPA TOURThe PPA Tour adds an exciting and historical event to its 2022 calendar: the Tournament of Champions SALT LAKE CITY, UT (March 16, 2022) – One of the oldest and…Hannah Johns

Tour News · Jul 11, 2023PPA Welcomes New Deputy Commissioner to its RanksChris Patrick joins the PPA Tour team after nearly 15 years in the sports industry and will hold the title of Deputy Commissioner. His role will include working closely with…Hannah Johns

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