The stage is set for the largest collegiate pickleball event in history as teams from across the nation gather in Dallas for the 2024 DUPR College National Pickleball Championship. With 64 schools competing and $27,500 in scholarship prize money up for grabs, this year’s championship is a testament to the explosive growth of college pickleball and its bright future.
More Colleges Than Ever Before
College pickleball has surged in popularity over the past few years. This year’s nationals sees an increase from 36 schools to 64 from last year, with an additional 216 players competing in this year’s challenger brackets alone!
Why You Should be Excited about College Pickleball
Collegiate pickleball is more than just a fast-growing trend—it’s becoming a powerhouse in the sport. Since DUPR hosted the first Intercollegiate National Championships in November 2022, the sport has surged in popularity among college students. With regional and national tournaments popping up across the country, college athletes now have
DUPR National Collegiate Finals Format
School’s will send their best team made up of 2-3 men and 2-3 women to represent their college or university in the team bracket. However, participation isn’t limited to these teams. DUPR is also…
