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CNPL Northern Rollers Relocate to London, ON – Meet the New London Smash Pickleball Club
The Northern Rollers franchise has been purchased and relocated to London, Ontario, where they will compete as the London Smash Pickleball Club with new ownership.
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.
Big Changes for the 2025 CNPL Draft: International and Under-18 Players Now Eligible!
CNPL expands 2025 Draft eligibility to include international players (one per team) and unlimited under-18 players with specific requirements and safeguards.
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.
How to Qualify in 2025
Registration for the 2025 CNPL draft is now open until March 31. Aspiring pros must participate in a CNPL Amateur Showdown event to qualify.
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.
Lions drop Antoaneta Toskova, Add Ally Williams
Montreal Lions add Ally Williams and release Antoaneta Toskova before the Western Split due to player injuries.
Pronghorns drop Jeff Elwood, Add Sunny Buttar
After finishing 4th in two consecutive events, the Prairie Pronghorns drop Jeff Elwood and add Sunny Buttar to inject new life into their lineup.
West Coast Wolverines and Vancouver Rush Shake Up Rosters
The West Coast Wolverines and Vancouver Rush complete a significant trade, exchanging Joe Willemsen and Ava Weeks for Sabrina Lam and Jonas Dähler as both teams look to improve their standings.
CNPL Western Split and Playoff Venues Announced
The CNPL announces venues for two major 2024 events: Western Split at Calgary Pickleball Center (August 17-18) and 2024 Playoffs at Edmonton Pickleball Center (August 31-September 2). Western Canada gets its first taste of elite professional pickleball.