DUPR and Ultimate Pickleball League Announce Partnership Bringing DUPR+ to UPL as Official Player Rating System
New alignment establishes a single, trusted rating standard for UPL eligibility, competition integrity, and player pathways
GILBERT, AZ — [Month Day, 2026] — Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR) and the Ultimate Pickleball League (UPL) announced today a new partnership that makes DUPR+ the official rating system used across UPL competition and related league programming.
Starting with the upcoming UPL season and league events, DUPR+ will serve as the primary rating and verification standard for UPL player placement, eligibility, and competitive balance—helping ensure matches are fair, transparent, and consistent from region to region.
“UPL was built to be bigger than a weekend tournament—it’s city-based ownership, real rivalries, and a season people can follow,” said [Name], [Title], UPL. “To do that the right way, we need a rating system that’s widely recognized, actively updated, and trusted by players. That’s why we’re aligning with DUPR+.”
“DUPR’s mission has always been to bring clarity and credibility to pickleball ratings,” said [Name], [Title], DUPR. “Partnering with UPL is a natural fit—UPL is building a structured, competitive league model, and DUPR+ helps create a consistent standard across teams, regions, and events.”
What this means for players and teams
Under the partnership, UPL will use DUPR+ to support:
- Player verification and eligibility for league participation and roster requirements
- Competitive alignment to reduce mismatches and protect the integrity of results
- Consistent standards across regions as UPL expands domestically and internationally
- Clearer pathways for athletes entering UPL programming through events, combines, and related development opportunities
Additional details on how DUPR+ will be applied inside specific UPL formats (including event registration processes, verification steps, and timing for implementation) will be shared in upcoming league communications.
About DUPR
Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR) is a global rating system designed to provide a consistent, accurate measure of pickleball skill across players of all levels. DUPR ratings update based on match results to reflect current performance and support competitive integrity in leagues, tournaments, and clubs.
About Ultimate Pickleball League (UPL)
The Ultimate Pickleball League (UPL) is a city-based pickleball league built around team ownership, local rivalries, and a structured season model. UPL connects community competition to a higher stage, creating opportunities for athletes, team owners, partners, and fans across the U.S. and beyond.
