Costa Rica Joins With 8 Cities
Costa Rica just made history as the first international country to officially join the Ultimate Pickleball League, locking in eight cities and planting the UPL flag across Central America. This move kicks off the league’s global chapter and sets the tone for what’s coming next. The energy, the talent, the growth — it all starts here.
Costa Rica isn’t just joining… they’re leading the way. And the rest of the world is about to follow.
Philippines Joins With 3 Cities
The Ultimate Pickleball League continues its international expansion as the Philippines officially joins Costa Rica in the UPL global lineup.
Launching June 2026, the Philippines will enter the league with three cities — Manila, Cebu, and Davao — bringing fast play, passionate athletes, and international energy to the UPL stage.
From Central America to Southeast Asia, the UPL is building a global pathway where rising talent meets real competition. This is more than expansion — it’s the future of pickleball.
Vietnam joins with 1 city
The Ultimate Pickleball League is headed to Vietnam — marking the next step in our global expansion and the continued growth of elite, team-based pickleball.
Vietnam brings energy, talent, and a rapidly growing pickleball community to the UPL ecosystem. This expansion creates new opportunities for players, coaches, and organizers to be part of the largest semi-pro league and a clear stepping stone to the professional level.
From local courts to international competition, the UPL is building pathways for athletes to develop, compete, and represent their cities on a bigger stage.
This isn’t just expansion.
It’s the future of pickleball — and Vietnam is in it.