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The Power of Pickleball Explores the Sport’s Rise Over the Past 60 Years. Alexander Jeffery spent two years filming the documentary before its release last summer.
USA Pickleball is expanding its partnership with Pickleheads, naming the platform an Official Technology Partner for Recreational Play in addition to being the Official Court and Game Finder of USA Pickleball, as both organizations work to grow and modernize organized pickleball play across the country
New partnership expands support for wheelchair athletes through premier national championship events and adaptive competition initiatives
Premier partnership elevates the sport’s most prestigious event as pickleball continues its rapid growth nationwide
USA Pickleball has been honored with the Special Event of the Year award by Sports San Diego as part of its prestigious Rising Tide Awards, recognizing the organization’s impact and excellence in hosting the 2025 USA Pickleball National Championships.
April marked National Pickleball Month, during which USA Pickleball proudly sanctioned more than 250 events across 40 states and Washington, D.C. Proving that Pickleball is for All!
As the National Governing Body for the sport, USA Pickleball has long been the authoritative voice in shaping, maintaining, and evolving the rules of pickleball in the United States. For decades, USA Pickleball has written and governed the official rulebook, ensuring consistency, fairness, and integrity across all levels of play.
USA Pickleball (USAP), the National Governing Body for the sport of pickleball in the U.S., has launched a new Certification Program in partnership with Firefly Sports Testing, marking a significant step forward in standardizing quality across pickleball surfaces, products, and playing environments.
Partnership positions USA Pickleball as the official provider of pickleball programming for Clubs nationwide, expanding access to millions of youth
April is National Pickleball Month, a celebration of the sport’s continued rise.
This collaboration marks a significant step forward in aligning professional competition with national standards, grassroots development, and the long-term growth of pickleball across all levels.
USA Pickleball is raising the bar for the athlete experience, right down to the moment players step onto the medal stand.
More than 230 events coast to coast invite players of all levels to experience the fastest-growing sport in the U.S.
USA Pickleball announced the renewal of its partnership with USA SHADE, extending the relationship through the end of 2026. Now entering its second year, USA SHADE will continue to serve as a Preferred Shade Partner of USA Pickleball, supporting the development of high-quality, player-focused pickleball facilities nationwide.
Historic 2026 event establishes a dedicated national stage for wheelchair athletes and advances the future of adaptive pickleball
USA Pickleball rolled out a new paddle-testing program at Golden Ticket tournaments earlier this year.
USA Pickleball, the National Governing Body for the sport of pickleball in the United States, announced the renewal of its partnership with SportMaster Sports Surfaces for an additional three years.