Your shot starts here. The KLYNG CUP Rising League is the official pathway to the CNPL. Registration is open for the 2026 season.
The pathway to professional pickleball in Canada just became more clear. Registration is now open for the KLYNG Rising League (Southwestern Ontario), the official talent identification platform for the Canadian National Pickleball League. If you've been asking yourself "Am I ready for the CNPL?" this is where you find out.
WHAT IS THE RISING LEAGUE?
The KLYNG Rising League mirrors exactly what CNPL pros experience:
CNPL match format — same structure, same rules
Official referees — CNPL-standard officiating
DUPR integration — all results tracked and linked
Pro-level volume — minimum 5 matches per team per stop
This is not a stepping stone. This is a spotlight. CNPL team owners will be watching.
PERFORMANCE VISIBILITY
Every match you play contributes to a season-long performance resume. The Rising League uses three data layers:
Public Leaderboards: Team standings, top players, win percentages
CNPL Owner Snapshot: Match results, consistency scores, playoff indicators
Private Player Dashboard: Partner breakdowns, trend lines, development data
You're not just competing for wins. You're building a professional profile.
LEAGUE STRUCTURE
10 Teams. 6 Regular Season Stops. Top 6 Make Playoffs.
Captain-led model with 4-6 players per roster. Teams field 4-6 players per stop.
Cost: $500 per team per stop
Prize Pool: Cash prizes based on sponsorship
Eligibility: 4.5+ DUPR (special approval available for exceptional players)
2026 SEASON SCHEDULE
Regular Season:
April 11 — Smash Pickleball London
May 2 — PicklePlex Cambridge
May 16 — London Hunt Country Club
June 21 — Court X Oakville
July 4 — The Jar Pickleball Club
July 25 — Real Pickleball Guelph
Playoffs: August 22 — Smash Pickleball Collingwood
WHAT CNPL OWNERS ARE LOOKING FOR
CNPL teams evaluate:
Consistency across multiple stops
Versatility in all formats
Reliability under pressure
Team contribution making partners better
The Rising League's data system answers all these questions. By season's end, CNPL owners will know exactly what kind of player you are.
THIS IS YOUR SHOT
The Rising League season runs April through August, giving you a full competitive season to showcase your game before the 2027 CNPL Draft.
If you've been training. If you've been improving. If you've been wondering when your opportunity will come.
This is it.
Register Now: https://cnpl.ca/leagues/rising-league
Eligibility: 4.5+ DUPR (special approval available)
Cost: $500 per team per stop
Season: April 11 - August 22, 2026
Questions? Contact: lily@klyng.ca
The KLYNG Rising League is where competitive players become professional prospects.
Your pathway to the CNPL starts here.