Resources

USA Pickleball Official Rule Book

USA Pickleball is the national governing body for the sport in the United States. Their official rule book is the authoritative source for pickleball rules, covering everything from basic gameplay to tournament regulations. All players should familiarize themselves with these foundational rules.

Key Topics: Court specifications, serving rules, faults, line calls, and tournament regulations

Read Official Rules

Minor League Pickleball Rules

Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) provides grassroots team pickleball opportunities across the country. Their comprehensive rules document outlines how to organize team-based pickleball competitions, including match formats, scoring systems, and team requirements that can be adapted for local leagues.

Key Topics: Team match format, DUPR requirements, roster rules, and tournament structure

View MiLP Rules

DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating)

DUPR is the most accurate global pickleball rating system, used by professional and amateur players worldwide. Understanding your DUPR rating helps ensure fair and competitive team matchups in our league.

Learn About DUPR

Major League Pickleball (MLP)

Major League Pickleball is the premier professional team pickleball league featuring the world's best players competing in an innovative team format. Learn about the unique scoring system, match structure, and how the team-based approach creates exciting strategic gameplay.

Key Topics: Dreambreaker format, team composition, rally scoring, and match strategy

Learn How MLP Works

National Pickleball League (NPL)

The National Pickleball League offers another professional team format that showcases high-level competitive play. Discover how different professional leagues structure their team competitions and what makes team pickleball so engaging for players and fans alike.

Key Topics: League structure, team format, and professional competition

Visit NPL League Info

U.S. Legends Pickleball League (USLPL)

A new premier senior pro pickleball league for elite players 50+ and 60+ years of age who want to compete at the highest national level.

Key Topics: League structure, team format, and professional competition

Visit U.S. Legends Pickleball League

Team Pickleball TV and Streaming Channels

Watch Live Games and Highlights on these Channels

Search YouTube for "Major League Pickleball," "team pickleball strategy," or "MLP highlights" to find relevant instructional and entertainment content.

Team Pickleball Newsletters and Podcasts

These curated resources keep you up to date on all things pickleball

USA Pickleball

Beyond the rule book, USA Pickleball offers resources for players of all levels including tournament listings, coaching directories, places to play, and the latest news in the pickleball world.

Visit USA Pickleball

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