Introducing the DUPR High School Pickleball League: Revolutionizing the Sport for Young Athletes
DUPR Launches First-Ever High School Pickleball League, Revolutionizing the Sport for Young Athletes Nationwide
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Exciting news for high school athletes across the country as DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) announces the launch of the first-ever High School Pickleball League. This groundbreaking program is designed to provide young talent with a pathway to compete at state and national levels, while also fostering community and bringing the excitement of pickleball to high school campuses nationwide.
The inaugural event of the High School Pickleball League will take place at Life Time Lakeville in MN from April 25-27. This event will showcase the league’s commitment to nurturing young talent and providing new opportunities for student-athletes to compete and grow in the sport.
The 2025 DUPR High School National Pathway introduces a competitive structure tailored for both Varsity and JV1 teams, ensuring athletes of all skill levels have the opportunity to participate and shine. State championships will feature coed, men’s, and women’s divisions across both levels, with winners advancing to the highly anticipated National Championships.
Tito Machado, CEO of DUPR, expressed his excitement about the league, stating, “DUPR’s High School Pickleball League is a key step in our mission to make pickleball the most inclusive and accessible sport in the world. By creating structured opportunities for high school players, we’re laying the foundation for a vibrant, competitive ecosystem that nurtures talent and fosters lifelong passion for the game.”
State championships will be held in 15 states in 2025, providing a clear path for Varsity and JV1 teams to compete for national recognition. The National Championships will feature top-performing teams from state competitions, with divisions for Coed, Men’s, and Women’s teams. Additionally, individual competitions for singles players will highlight the best high school athletes in the country.
Ryan Maher, VP of Partnerships and Programs at DUPR, emphasized the importance of the league in providing opportunities for young players to compete and grow in the sport. He stated, “This initiative gives the next generation of collegiate, post-collegiate, and Major League pickleball players a starting point for growth, fostering community, and developing a lifelong passion for a sport that enriches lives at every age.”
For more information about the DUPR High School National Pathway and upcoming state championships, visit www.dupr.com.
About DUPR:
DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) is the most accurate and trusted global rating system in pickleball, empowering players of all levels to track their progress and compete with confidence. DUPR is committed to growing the sport by creating opportunities for players, clubs, and organizations worldwide.
Contact:
Kyrill Hartog, VP of Marketing & Communications, DUPR
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www.dupr.com
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