Malaysia and Vietnam are driving pickleball’s growth in Asia, with DUPR fueling record player increases, new clubs, and competitive DUPR-rated events in 2025.

The North Carolina Collegiate Super Regional broke records with 140 players, tripling last year’s turnout. NC State, Miami, and Georgia earned bids to Nationals, while ECU and Coastal Carolina delivered standout performances in one of the most competitive collegiate pickleball events yet.

Wilson, North Carolina hosts its first College Pickleball Super Regional with 25 teams and 140 players battling for Nationals bids, a record-breaking event.

Celebrate National Sports’ Day with the latest data on pickleball’s incredible growth in the United States. Learn how DUPR is helping 36.5 million players track progress and power the sport’s global rise.