NCPA Leagues
NCPA Leagues are intramural pickleball leagues organized by each collegiate pickleball club. No intercollegiate competition required—just your club members playing against each other for prize money.
Create a League (Coming Soon)Concept & Purpose
What Are NCPA Leagues?
- Head-to-Head: Compete for cash and product prizes.
- Blended Format: Combines bracketed tournaments with scheduled league matchups.
- Skill-Friendly: All members can compete, improve, and earn rewards.
Why Run a League?
- Adds Structure: Gives all players an organized league to compete in.
- Generates Revenue: Clubs keep part of registration fees to support their program.
- Exclusive Perks: Access to NCPA ratings, discounted gear, and cash/product prizes.
Skill Levels & Brackets
Leagues are divided by skill level and bracket type to ensure fair competition at every level.
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Brackets Available
Men's Doubles
Women's Doubles
Men's Singles
Women's Singles
Mixed Doubles
Who Coordinates the League?
League Coordinator
- Oversees registration and weekly league play
- Can be club president, officer, or interested member
- Earns 10% of registration fees for the club
Example: 3 leagues × 50 players × $75 × 2 seasons = $2,250/year
And that's just for a single division (e.g. Men's Doubles) with beginner, intermediate, and advanced brackets.
Responsibilities of League Coordinator
Your Simple Tasks
- Get all players registered for the semester
- Oversee weekly league play
- An NCPA rep will be available to assist you throughout the season
NCPA Handles via Automated Software
- Text notifications
- Matchups + standings
- Player ratings (national scale)
- E-gift card payouts
- Scheduling optimization based on court availability
Season Calendar & Policies
*Leagues launch in Spring of 2026*
Season Schedule
Fall Season
League Play: October – December
Registration Deadline: September 30
Spring Season
League Play: February – April
Registration Deadline: January 31
Absences & No-Shows
- Up to 2 absences per season allowed without penalty
- Late or missed matches counted as losses
- Do not report 11–0 forfeits—just mark as a loss with your coordinator to maintain accurate ratings
Registration & Prize Payouts
Registration Info
- Fee: $45 per player per bracket
- Minimum: 20 players per bracket for full payout
- If under 20 players, NCPA will scale prizes proportionally
Beginner League
Total: $1,200
Each Bracket (Men's, Women's, Singles, Mixed):
- 1st: $100
- 2nd: $80
- 3rd: $60
Intermediate League
Total: $2,400
Each Bracket:
- 1st: $200
- 2nd: $160
- 3rd: $120
Advanced League
Total: $3,600
Each Bracket:
- 1st: $300
- 2nd: $240
- 3rd: $180
Ready to Start Your League?
Join thousands of collegiate players competing in NCPA Leagues across the nation.
Registration Coming Soon