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CNPL Central Split Recap: Canadian Pickleball Reaches New Heights
The CNPL Central Split delivered the most competitive pickleball action ever seen in Canada, with the Montreal Lions going undefeated and exciting debuts from rising stars.
Important Announcement: CNPL Western Split Date and Location Update
The CNPL Western Split has moved from August 9-10 in Kamloops to July 19-20 in Burnaby, BC, at the state-of-the-art Inclusive Place of Pickleball facility.
Grounds Passes Now Available for the Opening CNPL Events!
Get your grounds passes for the CNPL season opener! London (May 17-18) and Montreal (June 7-8) events feature professional matches and local competitions.
Vancouver Rush Joins Local Sports Legends for Pickleball Charity Challenge
The Vancouver Rush joins local sports legends for the Pickleball Charity Challenge: Celebrity Edition, hosted by BC Lions Alumni Association to raise funds for local charities.
Date Change: CNPLIII Royal Westcourt Showdown Moved to March 15, 2025
CNPL III Royal Westcourt Showdown moved from March 8 to March 15, 2025 to allow more time for team formation and avoid scheduling conflicts.
The Dink Minor League Pickleball Canada Becomes the Official Pathway to the CNPL
The Dink Minor League Pickleball Canada becomes the official pathway to the CNPL, with 2026 draft consideration tied to MiLP participation and major opportunities available.
2025 CNPL Amateur Showdown Series - Updated
The CNPL announces expanded amateur showdowns for 2025 — three regional events in Montreal, London, and Vernon offering team competition, prizes, and a path to the pros.
CNPL 2025 Schedule - Updated
The complete 2025 CNPL schedule is here! From pre-season showdowns in March to playoffs in October, with the defending champion Montreal Lions ready to defend their title.
Montreal Lions Roar to Victory: 2024 Canadian National Pickleball League Champions
The Montreal Lions have emerged as champions of the 2024 Canadian National Pickleball League, defeating the Southwestern Ontario Brewers in the finals at Edmonton Pickleball Center.
Pickleball Championship Finals This Weekend in Edmonton
The CNPL Championship Finals come to Edmonton this weekend, August 31–September 2, with eight teams competing for the national title at Edmonton Pickleball Center.
CNPL x GOOD Games
The GOOD Games partners with the CNPL to host a national competition on July 6-7, 2024, at the University of Guelph's Athletic Center during Canada's Biggest Festival of Sport.
2024 CNPL Draft Qualifiers
2024 CNPL Draft Qualifiers announced for Central, East, and West regions with registration now open for eligible Canadian players.