UPA-A News

UPA-A Removes Luzz Paddles from Approved List

The United Pickleball Association of America (UPA-A) has removed all Luzz paddles from its Approved Paddle List and Provisional Approval status, effective immediately. This decision underscores UPA-A’s unwavering commitment to...

UPA-A Similarity Rule Update

To ensure the integrity of the certification process, it is necessary for all paddles produced under the approval of a given certified model to perform similarly. While it is understood...

Paddle Guidance: Signs of Breaking

To uphold the integrity of competition and ensure paddles perform as intended within the parameters set by UPA-A, there is new guidance recognizing when the useful life of a paddle...

Updated Provisional Rule: Head Hunting

In the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship, the UPA-A is committed to maintaining the integrity of the game while prioritizing player safety. As such, intentional or reckless “Head-Hunting” of...

Paddle Challenge Results: PPA Mesa 2025

During the PPA Mesa Tournament, in the Round of 64 Mixed Doubles event, a paddle challenge was issued by Travis Rettenmeier regarding the paddle of Liz Truluck. Following standard protocol,...

New Rule: Targeting

The United Pickleball Association (UPA) has announced the implementation of a new provisional rule, known as the “Targeting” rule, aimed at protecting players and upholding the integrity of the game....
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