Pickleball Tournaments

Team Nicaragua is set to compete at the 2025 Pickleball World Cup in Fort Lauderdale, with native Nicaraguan athletes joining the roster for the first time. Follow their journey as they prepare to represent their country on the international stage.

Van Damrongsri shares his experience from the PPA Challenger pickleball tournament in Baton Rouge, breaking down key moments, lessons learned, and doubles highlights with Austin Bricker. In this honest and strategic recap, Van reflects on past tournaments, mindset going in, and what’s next in his journey to improve as a competitive pickleball player. Watch the full tournament recap now on YouTube.

A recap of Palmera Pickleball’s spring tour across the U.S., featuring PPA tournaments, travel highlights, training sessions, and venue visits.

Thirteen-year-old Abigail Bourgeois shares her experience medaling at her first PPA pickleball tournament in Cape Coral, Florida. From battling cold weather and fatigue to learning the importance of prep, hydration, and mental focus, she reflects on her competition experience.

At 15 years old, I competed in my first PPA Challenger Tournament in Columbia, SC. I didn’t come home with any medals—but I left with something even better: lessons in integrity, resilience, and what it really takes to grow as a pickleball player.

Drilling builds skill. But winning demands more than clean mechanics—it requires adaptability, problem-solving, and the ability to think under pressure. Mastery isn’t just about hitting perfect shots; it’s about training your brain to recognize patterns, quiet the inner critic, and respond instinctively when the stakes are high.