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Apollo Sports Capital Leads Landmark $225 Million Investment in Pickleball Inc. – New Parent Company of PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball

Investment to Support Rapid Growth of the Largest Platform in Pickleball Pickleball Inc. has become the new parent company of the Carvana PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash)…

k.kocak

5 months ago

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MLP AUSTIN MATCH SCHEDULE RELEASED

Major League Pickleball today announced the full match schedule overview for MLP Austin – June 11-14, 2026 at Austin Pickle Ranch. All times in the below grid are Central Time (CT). As a…

k.kocak

5 months ago

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MLP ST. LOUIS MATCH SCHEDULE RELEASED

Major League Pickleball today announced the full match schedule overview for MLP St. Louis – June 4-7, 2026 at Chaifetz Arena. All times in the below grid are Central Time (CT). 2026 Team…

k.kocak

5 months ago

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MLP COLUMBUS MATCH SCHEDULE RELEASED

Major League Pickleball today announced the full match schedule overview for MLP Columbus – May 28-31, 2026 at Pickle & Chill. All times in the below grid are Eastern Time (ET). As a reminder,…

k.kocak

5 months ago

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MLP DALLAS MATCH SCHEDULE RELEASED

Major League Pickleball today announced the full match schedule overview for MLP Dallas – the league’s 2026 Regular Season Opener event that will feature 11 teams in action. All times in the below…

k.kocak

5 months ago

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Group Draws Announced for 2026 MLP Events

MLP (Major League Pickleball presented by DoorDash) announced Group Draws for the upcoming 2026 Regular Season Opener in Dallas, Regular Season Event #2 in Columbus, and Regular Season Event #3 in St.…

k.kocak

5 months ago

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2026 PARTICIPATING TEAMS BY EVENT

Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) today announced the 2026 MLP Team Event Schedules, featuring nine (9) regular season events in team markets. All teams will participate in five (5) of…

k.kocak

5 months ago

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Major League Pickleball Announces Full 2026 May-August Season Schedule; Event Tickets Now On-Sale via Tixr and Ticketmaster

2026 Season Schedule Highlighted By Expanded Playoffs, Regular Season Events Hosted in MLP Team Markets, Return of Mid-Season Tournament in Grand Rapids, Mich., and the Regular Season Finale at ESPN Wide World…

k.kocak

5 months ago

Strategy

Pickleball Scoring Rules – a Complete Guide

One of the more intimidating concepts for the new pickleball player when playing doubles is the pressure of keeping score....

Teresa (PickleballMAX Co-Founder)

6 months ago

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02 Sports Insurance Ignites the Future of Pickleball as Official Insurance Provider of Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) and the Professional Pickleball Association (Carvana PPA Tour)

MLP and the PPA Tour announce a new partnership with O2 Sports Insurance, reinforcing support and coverage of the teams, events, venues, and league operations that are driving pickleball’s rapid growth and…

k.kocak

6 months ago

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Major League Pickleball Announces Partnership With Pro Senior Pickleball League Champions Series Pickleball (CSP)

Major League Pickleball Announces Partnership With Pro Senior Pickleball League Champions Series Pickleball (CSP) CSP Events To Be Rebranded As MLP Champions Series Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) today announced…

k.kocak

6 months ago

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Two Bounce Rule in Pickleball: Explained for Beginners

If you’re new to pickleball, there’s no doubt you’ve heard players mention the two-bounce rule. The two-bounce rule in pickleball...

Teresa (PickleballMAX Co-Founder)

6 months ago

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Major League Pickleball Introduces Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) Regional Showdowns to Open New Amateur Pathways

Regional Showdowns to Take Place at a Collection of 2026 MLP Pro Events – Registration Open Through MLP’s Official Website Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) and Minor League Pickleball (MiLP)…

k.kocak

6 months ago

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2026 MLP Draft presented by Skechers Coverage & Live Results

The 2026 MLP Draft presented by Skechers is taking place Friday, February 27, beginning at 10 a.m. ET. Tune-in to MLP’s YouTube and social channels for live results. Full team pick results…

k.kocak

7 months ago

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Major League Pickleball Announces 2026 Player Keepers

Major League Pickleball today announced the 2026 Player Keepers for all 20 teams. Read details regarding competition format updates, including the keeper requirements, player acquisition process for the expansion Palm Beach Royals,…

k.kocak

7 months ago

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Pickleball Growth 2026: Why Pickleball Is Still the Fastest-Growing Sport

In 2026, pickleball continues to be the fastest-growing sport in the United States. Actually, this is the fourth consecutive year...

Teresa (PickleballMAX Co-Founder)

7 months ago

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SUMMARY OF 2026 COMPETITION UPDATES

The 2026 Major League Pickleball season is almost here! Read below for a comprehensive overview of competition structure changes to take effect this season. MLP will feature 20 teams and no level…

k.kocak

7 months ago

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MLP 2026 Trade Window #1 Updates

MLP 2026 Trade Window #1 Updates Major League Pickleball will be announcing all trades that take place during Trade Window #1 – which closes Sunday, Feb. 15, at 10 a.m. ET – within this…

k.kocak

8 months ago

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PARK PLACE TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCED AS OFFICIAL TECHNOLOGY PARTNER OF PRO PICKLEBALL’S PPA AND MLP, MERGING INNOVATION AND AMERICA’S FASTEST-GROWING SPORT

Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) today announced that they have partnered with Owl AI - a sports technology company that is transforming how sports are judged, coached, and experienced -…

k.kocak

8 months ago

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Carvana PPA Tour and MLP presented by DoorDash Generate Exceptional Year-Over-Year Business Growth in All Areas in 2025

Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) today announced that they have partnered with Owl AI - a sports technology company that is transforming how sports are judged, coached, and experienced -…

caitlin@majorleaguepickleball.co

8 months ago

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A look back at 5 years of Major League Pickleball

Five years in, Major League Pickleball reflects on milestones that have shaped the league and helped turn pickleball into a must-see professional sport. Take a look back at the highlights and transformation…

k.kocak

9 months ago

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2026 Pickleball Rule Changes

It’s that time once again when USA Pickleball rolls out its annual pickleball rule changes for the coming year. For...

Todd Jungling (5.0 Player, Certified Instructor, Tourney Director)

9 months ago

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Major League Pickleball’s Brooklyn Pickleball Team Adds Entrepreneurs and Media Personalities Tara and Hunter Fieri to Ownership Group

Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) today announced that they have partnered with Owl AI - a sports technology company that is transforming how sports are judged, coached, and experienced -…

caitlin@majorleaguepickleball.co

9 months ago

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Major League Pickleball Announces Partnership with Sports Tech Company Owl AI

Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) today announced that they have partnered with Owl AI - a sports technology company that is transforming how sports are judged, coached, and experienced -…

caitlin@majorleaguepickleball.co

10 months ago