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Making History in the Maritimes and What's Coming This Weekend
The Maritimes make CNPL history with their first qualifier in Halifax, while the final Ontario qualifier hits London this weekend (December 13). Draft registration closes January 19—this is your shot at going pro.

Your Shot at History: 2026 CNPL Draft Registration Now Open
CNPL Draft registration is open until January 19, 2026, for the January 27 draft. With 27 roster spots across 8 teams, players have their shot at Canadian pickleball history.

First Trade of the C4 Offseason: Drive and Lights Swap Draft Picks
The C4 offseason just got more interesting. In the first trade of the draft season, the Detroit-Windsor Drive and Northern Lights have swapped picks ahead of the January 27 draft.

Free Agency Frenzy: Brewers, Drive, and Pronghorns Add to Their Rosters
Three teams complete their pre-draft rosters as CNPL free agency wraps up with impact signings across the league.

Defending Champions Strike Back: Montreal Lions Sign Christina Chin
The defending CNPL champion Montreal Lions respond to losing Anne-Sophie Courteau by signing elite talent Christina Chin, pairing two #1 overall picks to strengthen their threepeat bid.

Anne-Sophie Courteau Signs as CNPL's First Ever Free Agent
Anne-Sophie Courteau makes CNPL history as the league's first-ever free agent signing, joining the championship-minded London Smash for the C4 season.

Your Path to the CNPL: 2026 Draft Qualification Events Announced
Multiple opportunities across Canada to qualify for the 2026 CNPL Draft on January 27. Five qualifier events from November to December plus automatic qualification paths.

Eight More Stars Lock In on Deadline Day
Eight players lock in with their teams on the October 31 re-signing deadline, as CNPL rosters take shape for the competitive C4 season ahead.

London Smash Re-Sign Ryan Torresin and Jessica Kawamoto for C4 Season
London Smash re-sign star duo Ryan Torresin and Jessica Kawamoto for C4 season, keeping their championship core intact.

Defending Champions Montreal Lions Re-Sign Louis-Charles Amyot for C4 Season
The defending champion Montreal Lions re-sign Louis-Charles Amyot, retaining a key piece of their championship foundation as they prepare for a threepeat bid in the C4 season.

Southwestern Ontario Brewers Lock In Kyle Hermetz and Ava Kalist for C4 Season
The Southwestern Ontario Brewers re-sign Kyle Hermetz and Ava Kalist for the C4 season, keeping their winning chemistry intact.

Evan Hollinsky Re-Signs with the Detroit-Windsor Drive for C4 Season
Detroit-Windsor Drive re-sign Evan Hollinsky for the C4 season, making him the third player officially under contract alongside Fajardo and Kawamoto.