about

The Ultimate
Pickleball League

The Ultimate Pickleball League (UPL) is redefining competitive pickleball with a semi-professional, city-based format that brings together athletes of all ages, genders, and skill levels under one unified system. Built on the pillars of inclusivity, integrity, and intensity, the UPL provides a clear pathway for athletes to develop, compete, and showcase their talent on a national stage.

The league is structured into regional divisions that lead to a championship event crowning the nation’s top team. Every match is verified through the VAIR system (Visually Assessed International Rating) to support fairness, accountability, and competitive balance across the league.

From youth academies and junior development to elite semi-pro matchups, the UPL is building a complete ecosystem for player growth, fan engagement, and sponsor visibility. Backed by national partners like Leorever and Gravity Force, UPL represents the next evolution of pickleball — where passion meets professionalism, and every point moves the sport forward.

UPL exists to:
    •    Develop elite competitive players
    •    Provide structure, visibility, and professionalism
    •    Prepare athletes for the next level of the sport
    •    Build a scalable, regional league model with national impact

UPL proudly embraces its role as the proving ground for the next generation of professional pickleball.

Our Teams

Semi-pro Teams

administration

management team

Charles Farr

Founder, CEO

Adam Cox

Technical Director of Coaching

Nathan Hoek

Social Media & Content Manager
Our Team Owners

Testimonials

The UPL has created a unique opportunity to bring semi-pro pickleball into the spotlight! It fills the gap between Amateur and Pro pickleball that wasn’t available until now. To me it’s an opportunity to showcase the wide variety of talent we have in Goodyear and surrounding areas. It gives our community something to support, represent, and be proud of! #DefendTheEmpire 

Shiloh Landolfi

Shiloh Landolfi

news

league news

Ultimate Pickleball League Announces Philippines Expansion for Junior Circuit PQLPlus Group Named International Pathway Partner
Phoenix, AZ  — The Ultimate Pickleball League (UPL) is proud to announce the expansion of its Junior Circuit into the…
The UPL Sun City Shootout Brings the Semi-Pro Circuit to El Paso February 21–22
Elite Pickleball. Real Rivalries. No Slow Points. El Paso is about to feel the heat. The Ultimate…
Costa Rica Becomes the First International Expansion of the Ultimate Pickleball League (UPL)Eight Cities Officially Join the League
Phoenix, AZ — December 2025 — The Ultimate Pickleball League (UPL) is proud to announce a major…