UPA-A News

UPA-A Rule Book V0.7 Visual Change Guide

A complete visual reference to every rule change in the UPA-A V0.7 Rulebook organized for officials, players, and tournament directors....

PPA Sacramento Specific Incidents

Unsportsmanlike conduct, including paddle throws, will continue to be addressed in accordance with current UPA-A rules through the remainder of the current PPA Season, and players have been held accountable...

UPA-A Announces Official Rulebook, Launch of Referee Program, and Key Leadership Hires

New framework for rules, officiating, and governance takes effect May 22, 2026, with the start of the Major League Pickleball season...

Soxter Unauthorized Use of the UPA-A Stamp

UPA-A takes its certification process, and the integrity of the UPA-A Stamp, with the utmost seriousness....

New Rule on Paddle Reflectivity

To ensure fair play and maintain clear, consistent equipment standards, UPA-A has established a defined limit on the allowable level of gloss, or reflectivity, on paddles. Please take note of...

UPA-A Paddle Submission Services

To ensure a consistent and efficient certification process, UPA-A requires that all paddles submitted for testing adhere to the following submission and labeling standards....