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2025

2025 COMBINE DETAILS

Whether you applied for one of our 2025 Combines or are a fan interested in the format, you've come to the right place! Our applications for Phoenix, AZ & Houston, TX have now closed.​
 
Pickleball players ages 50+ with a 4.5 rating or above are encouraged to apply. While this application does not guarantee you a spot in either Combine, qualified applicants will be reviewed and submissions will be processed in the order that they are received.
 
Registered players will participate in a two-day, round-robin doubles competition with multiple partners. Referees will be monitoring the courts and available as needed. The top two men and women performers (4 players total) will receive an automatic spot on an NPL Team upon their draft registration.
 
While attending a Combine isn't required to participate in the 2025 NPL Draft, it's an incredible opportunity to prepare, make connections, and boost your chances of getting drafted. See you on the court!

APPLICATIONS HAVE CLOSED
APPLICATIONS HAVE CLOSED

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Your registration fee of $325 includes: 

  • 2 days of round-robin doubles competition with guaranteed NPL Draft spots on the line

  • Complimentary dinner for Combine Participants at our Friday Night Player & Team Owner Reception, courtesy of the NPL

  • Food & beverages will be available for purchase throughout the weekend

  • Tips from #1 ranked Champions Pros as well as other NPL professionals​

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COMBINE QUALIFICATIONS

Please consider these factors when applying: 

  • Interested applicants should have a 4.5+ rating

  • Our league is for Champions Pros (ages 50+) or you must turn 50 during the 2025 season

  • While registering and competing in the Combine does not guarantee that a player will be drafted, it does allow visibility amongst team owners and staff

  • The league intends to make all combine decisions at least thirty (30) days before the beginning of each combine

  • The 2025 Draft period will open after the conclusion of both combines. Draft Registration pricing will be announced at a later date

  • Drafted players will be required to participate in 3 of the 5 regular season events plus the championship

APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED

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