2026 COMBINE (40+, 50+, 60+)
February 27-March 1, 2026
Pickler Universe, Carrollton, TX
Your Pre-Draft Showcase Opportunity for the Champions Series
Champions Series Pickleball ("CSP"), formerly National Pickleball League, is holding its annual player combine. Pro-level players age 40+, 50+, and 60+ are encouraged to participate as this is the only opportunity to play in front the Team owners and General Managers prior to the League’s draft. The League is growing from 12 to 16 teams and expanding into four divisions in 2026: Prime (40+), Premier (50+), Masters (60+), and Next Up (any player 50+ not drafted in the Premier or Masters Division). Players from the Masters and Next Up Divisions are eligible to serve as substitute players for teams in the Premier Division.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27
10AM-12PM: Open play (optional)
12PM-5PM: Skills assessment and evaluation (required)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28
9AM-1PM: Gender doubles round robin (required)
1PM-5PM: Mixed doubles round robin (required)
5:30PM: Reception with owners, managers & former players
SUNDAY, MARCH 1
9AM-1PM: Gender doubles round robin play with pools based on all prior session results (required)
$350 REGISTRATION FEE
REGISTRATION DEADLINE FEBRUARY 22ND
A NEW ERA IS HERE
Champions Series Pickleball (CSP) is proud to announce a historic expansion for our 2026 season. As the premier professional pickleball league for champion athletes aged 50+, we are creating a new pathway for players of all ages to compete at the highest level. Our expansion includes the addition of three new age-specific divisions, alongside a brand-new series of tournaments for both professional and amateur players.
What's Next for CSP in 2026?
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40+ Pro Division: A dedicated league for elite pickleball players aged 40 and over.
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60+ Pro Division: More opportunities for our sport's most experienced champions to compete.
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50+ "Next Up Pros" League: A new avenue for 50+ players to develop their skills and make a name for themselves.
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New Tournament Series: Compete alongside pros in our new tournament series, launching in early 2026.
This expansion is about one thing: providing more playing opportunities for pros and amateurs who want to stay in the game they love. CSP remains committed to being the league where the best pros play, and we are excited to share that experience with a wider community.
Champions Series Pickleball: where age is no barrier to greatness.
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