2026 CHAMPIONSHIP

National Collegiate Pickleball Championship

Arch Pickleball and Badminton

11333 Blake Dr, Bridgeton, MO 63044

February 27 – March 1, 2026

The stage is set. The best collegiate players in the nation. One champion.

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Competition Pathway

Discover your path to competitive pickleball excellence

Collegiate

Leagues

Intramural competition

Conferences

Regional league play
AND

Regionals

Qualify for Nationals

Nationals

Championship competition

Junior

Training

Skill development

Leagues

Local competition
AND

Regionals

Qualify for Nationals

Nationals

Championship competition

Registration

Access brackets, registration, rankings, and upcoming events — for players and spectators.

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Livestreams and Highlights

Watch live matches, highlights, and exclusive content from the current season.

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NCPA Junior

Ages 6-17

Elite Coaching — 150+ hours yearly. College Pathway — Scholarship exposure & recruitment. Leagues & Junior Tour — Local + national competition. Nationwide Network — Be part of the fastest-growing community.

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Fundraising Opportunities

We support both collegiate and junior programs with fundraising tournaments and events

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Our Growth Story

2023-2025

NCPA by the Numbers

Witnessing explosive growth across collegiate and youth pickleball nationwide

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Join the Movement

Be part of shaping the future of pickleball. Join our mission to develop the next generation of players and leaders.

Player

Choose your competitive pathway and start your pickleball journey with the NCPA.

Coach

Lead and develop the next generation of pickleball athletes through coaching both collegiate and youth programs.

  • Collegiate and youth program coaching
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Tournament and event coaching
  • National coaching network access
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Sponsor

Partner with NCPA to promote your brand while supporting collegiate and youth pickleball.

  • Brand visibility across all NCPA events
  • Tournament and championship sponsorship
  • Collegiate and youth program partnerships
  • Custom sponsorship packages available
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Ambassador

Represent NCPA in your community and help grow collegiate and youth pickleball programs.

  • Promote NCPA through your personal & professional networks
  • Advocate for collegiate and youth pickleball programs
  • Connect NCPA with potential players, coaches, venues, and sponsors
  • Share NCPA news, events, and opportunities in your community
  • Inspire others to get involved in the sport
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Donor

Support the growth of collegiate and youth pickleball through financial contributions.

  • Scholarship programs for players
  • Equipment and facility funding
  • Tournament and program development
  • Tax-deductible options available
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Volunteer

Support NCPA events and programs through volunteer work at tournaments and community initiatives.

  • Tournament & event assistance
  • On-site collegiate & youth program support
  • Local community outreach & promotion
  • Background check required (if working directly with athletes)
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