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PB Weekly 7/25/2025: From Minor League to PRO, The Next Generation of Pickleballers

What a dynamic week it's been in the world of pickleball! From major professional committee news to exciting tournament action and growing global opportunities, the sport continues to deliver. Here's your top 5 rundown: 1️⃣ Zane Navratil to Lead New Pro Player Committee! 🌟 Big news for the professional players! Zane Navratil, a prominent figure in the pickleball community, has been named the President of pickleball's new Pro Player Committee. This initiative is a significant step towards giving professional athletes a stronger, unified voice in the sport's development, policies, and future direction. It's a positive sign for the growing professionalism of the game! 💪 2️⃣ Pros Organize New 'Players Association'! 🤝 Following closely on the heels of the new committee, reports emerged that pickleball pros are actively organizing a new 'Players Association.' This move suggests a concerted effort by athletes to establish a formal body that can advocate ...

PB Weekly 7/18/2025: DUPR Drama & NYC Luxury

What a week in the pickleball world! From controversial rating system changes to pros living the high life and major league action, there's been no shortage of dinks and drama. Here's your top 5 rundown: Shop at: QuirkyPickle.store 1️⃣ DUPR Ratings: Win or Lose, Your Score Could Change! 📉 A big shake-up in the rating world! DUPR, the widely used Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating system, announced that whether you win or lose, your rating could now be impacted. This change aims to provide a more accurate reflection of a player's performance in every match, not just the outcome. This has sparked a lot of discussion among players and could influence how people approach casual and competitive play. Time to truly earn those points! 🤔 2️⃣ Riley Newman's Lavish NYC Pickleball Lifestyle! 🏊‍♂️🍎 Ever wonder how the pros live? The Dink Pickleball gave us an exclusive peek inside Riley Newman's luxurious New York City digs, complete with private pools and, of course, plen...

PB Weekly 7/11/2025: NYC, UPA Sponsorhsip and more

What an electrifying week for pickleball, proving that the sport truly knows how to make a splash! From a bold move to the Big Apple to fierce competition for national championship spots, here's your rundown of the top 5 stories that had us glued to the courts: Shop here:  QuirkyPickle.store 1️⃣ MLP New York City Delivers Holiday Thrills! 💥 Major League Pickleball's last-minute pivot to New York City for the July 4th weekend was a resounding success! The Columbus Sliders were the undisputed stars, going undefeated and sweeping their opponents. The Brooklyn Pickleball Team also showed strong form, battling their way to a great position. With critical standings points on the line as the season heats up, NYC certainly saw some fireworks on the pickleball courts! 🍎 2️⃣ APP Newport Beach Open Crowns Champions & Golden Ticket Winners! 🏆 The APP Tour brought the heat to Southern California with the Zimmer Biomet APP Newport Beach Open! This major tournament saw elite pros and h...

PB Weekly 7/4/2025: Firecrackers & Fast Hands, Happy 4th! APP, MLP, Play in Thailand

Happy 4th of July, pickleball family! As we celebrate Independence Day, the world of pickleball has been anything but quiet. From major tour announcements to groundbreaking research, here are the top 5 stories that lit up our courts this week: Shop here:  https://QuirkyPickle.store 1️⃣ APP Tour Unveils Massive 2025 Televised Schedule! 📺 Get ready for more pickleball on your screens! The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) just dropped its robust 2025 tournament calendar, featuring an impressive 14 nationally televised events across ESPN, CBS, and Fox Sports networks. This is huge for the sport's visibility, bringing more pro action and player stories to a wider audience. Plus, with the opening of "The Fort," APP's global headquarters with 43 courts and the world's first pickleball stadium, the APP is clearly doubling down on growth! 🚀 2️⃣ MLP Drops a July 4th Bombshell: NYC Relocation! 🗽 Major League Pickleball (MLP) made a surprising, last-minute pivot, re...