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MLP Pickleball: The Complete Guide to Major League Pickleball (2026)

Everything you need to know about MLP — 23 teams, the MLPlay format, full 2026 schedule, trades, rule changes, and how to watch. Your one-stop guide to Major League Pickleball.

📅 February 1, 2026 · 🏓 Pro Pickleball · ⏱️ 12 min read
2026 Major League Pickleball season map

Average DUPR Rating by Age: When Do Pickleball Players Peak?

We analyzed hundreds of thousands of players and found that men's average DUPR doesn't peak until age 54. See the full breakdown of how ratings change — and don't change — across every age group.

📅 January 31, 2026 · 📊 Data Analysis · ⏱️ 10 min read
Average DUPR Rating by Age chart

Which U.S. States Are Most Obsessed With Pickleball?

We crunched the numbers to find out which states are the most pickleball-obsessed — and the results might surprise you.

📅 January 29, 2026 · 📊 Data Analysis · ⏱️ 6 min read
US Pickleball Heat Map

DUPR Rating Explained: What's a Good DUPR Rating in Pickleball?

We analyzed hundreds of thousands of players with DUPR doubles ratings to show you exactly where you stand — full distribution, percentiles, and tips to improve.

📅 January 27, 2026 · 📊 Data Analysis · ⏱️ 8 min read
DUPR Rating Percentile Chart

Pickleball Tournaments in Florida: Your Complete 2026 Guide

Nearly 800 tournaments, 80+ cities, year-round play. Florida is America's pickleball capital — top cities, snowbird season peaks, major events, and how to register.

📅 January 24, 2026 · 🏓 Tournament Guide · ⏱️ 10 min read
Top Florida cities for pickleball tournaments

Pickleball Tournaments in California: Your Complete 2026 Guide

700+ tournaments, 100+ cities, year-round play. Everything you need to know about California's pickleball tournament scene — top cities, peak seasons, and how to register.

📅 January 22, 2026 · 🏓 Tournament Guide · ⏱️ 9 min read
Top California cities for pickleball tournaments

Top 10 Most Popular Pickleball Tournaments in America

We ranked the biggest pickleball tournaments by registration numbers — from the World Championships to PPA Tour stops. The top events draw over 3,500 players.

📅 January 20, 2026 · 📊 Data Analysis · ⏱️ 7 min read
Top 10 Most Popular Pickleball Tournaments