Big things are happening in North Carolina’s college pickleball scene: City of Wilson is officially hosting its first-ever College Pickleball Super Regional!

What to Expect

This weekend, 25 teams from 12 different schools will compete for three bids to the Collegiate National Championship in April.

It’s the first time this event has come to Wilson, and the turnout is incredible. While  the last North Carolina Super Regional in 2023 featured only 38 players, this year, that number has jumped to 140 athletes, showing just how fast college pickleball is exploding across the region.

According to the latest power rankings, the #11, #12, and #20 schools in the nation will be competing, setting the stage for some serious high-level matchups.

Top 3 Men’s Players To Watch 

1. Chase Brautman (NC State)
   
2. Drew Warren (Tennessee)
   
3. Derek Kraje (Liberty)
   

Top 3 Women’s Players To Watch 

1. Evie Kenna (NC State)
   
2. Maddie Fowler (NC State)
   
3. Bree Green (Georgia)
   

Top 3 Schools To Watch 

1. North Carolina State University
   
2. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
   
3. University of Miami (FL)
   

Schools Competing

A diverse lineup of programs will make their mark in this historic event:

• Coastal Carolina University
  
• Davidson College
  
• East Carolina University
  
• Florida College
  
• High Point University
  
• Liberty University
  
• North Carolina State University
  
• University of Tennessee
  
• University of Georgia Athena
  
• University of Miami (FL)
  
• University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
  
• University of North Carolina Charlotte

Tournament Schedule

🎥 Livestream Information

Cracked Racquets will be livestreaming the semifinals and finals so fans can follow the action on championship Sunday.

College pickleball is booming, and Wilson City is stepping onto the big stage.
With record participation, powerhouse programs, and a growing community, this Super Regional is shaping up to be one of the highlights of the collegiate pickleball season.

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