PWR and NPL Announce Exclusive Partnership for Oceania Region in 2025
Pickleball World Rankings (PWR) and the National Pickleball League (NPL) have joined forces in an exciting partnership that will revolutionize the sport of pickleball in the Oceania region. This collaboration will see NPL become the exclusive tournament and league provider for the region in 2025, integrating NPL events into the PWR structure.
PWR, known for its Pickleball World Rankings, World Tour, and World Series, offers a clear pathway for pickleball players to earn ranking points and qualify for prestigious events. By partnering with NPL, players in Australia will now have the opportunity to earn PWR ranking points through NPL leagues and tournaments, ultimately assisting them in qualifying for the PWR World Series.
The partnership aims to unify regional bodies under one global structure, supporting the long-term growth and governance of pickleball. NPL events in Australia will now fall under PWR’s established categories, ranging from PWR50 to PWR2000, providing players with a clear progression path in their professional pickleball careers.
Ron Shell, CEO of NPL, expressed his excitement about the partnership, highlighting the opportunity for Australian players to be part of a global movement while still enjoying regional competition. Vineet Jain, Managing Director of The Times Group, emphasized PWR’s vision to drive the growth of pickleball in global markets through partnerships like this one.
Pranav Kohli, CEO of PWR, sees Australia as a key market for the growth of the sport in the Oceania region and is thrilled to collaborate with NPL. This partnership marks a significant step in PWR’s global expansion and solidifies Australia’s position in the international pickleball community.
With the NPL and PWR partnership set to take the pickleball world by storm in 2025, players and fans alike can look forward to an exciting future for the sport in Australia and beyond.
