2026 World Tournament — India to Indiana

College
Pickleball
Cup

The first international pickleball tournament exclusively for university teams. One sport. Every continent. One champion.
11333 Blake Dr, Bridgeton, Missouri 63044, USA
Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026

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6+
Continents
40+
Nations
1st
Global Tournament
National
Champions
Only
World Cup Format
North America
Latin America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Africa
Built for Students
India to Indiana
One Sport. One Stage.
Middle East
Oceania
North America
Latin America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Africa
Built for Students
India to Indiana
One Sport. One Stage.
Middle East
Oceania
Tournament Format

A Battle
of Nations

College pennants

The College Pickleball Cup follows a clear set of eligibility and competition standards. The official format below outlines who can compete, how teams represent their country and university, and how results and awards are determined.

01
Verified Student Eligibility All players must be actively enrolled at a recognized university at the time of competition.
02
National Representation Teams represent both their Alma Mater and country; all members must share the same nationality.
03
Multi-Team Participation Multiple teams may represent one country, provided all student eligibility requirements are met.
04
Dual Standings & Medals Results recognize both University and National standings with medals for the top three in each.
05
The Tiffany & Co. Trophy The overall championship-winning team is awarded the prestigious Global Pickleball Trophy.
Global Reach

From Every
Corner

Americas
North &
Latin America
Competing
Europe
Europe
Competing
Asia
Asia &
Oceania
Competing
Africa
Africa
Competing
Middle East
Middle East &
South Asia
Expanding
Partner Federations

Backed by
Global Bodies

CAP
CAP
Confederation of African Pickleball
APA
APA
Asian Pickleball Association
PFA
PFA
Pickleball Federation of the Americas
NCPA
NCPA
National Collegiate Pickleball Association
Press & Insights

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Pressroom

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Our Mission
More than
a tournament.
A Global
Movement.

Founded by the Pickleball Federation of the Americas in 2024 — built to celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and excellence across every continent.

Official Partners & Broadcast
Amazon Prime Video
ESPN
PICO.
About the Cup

Our Story

About the Cup

Founded in 2024

Founded by the Pickleball Federation of the Americas, the College Pickleball Cup was built by pickleball leaders committed to the growth, accessibility, and excellence of the sport worldwide.

Inspired by the strategic vision that drives international sports success, the cup reflects a collective commitment to making pickleball a truly global collegiate sport — with a clear pathway from campus to the world stage.

Global Inclusion
Every country, every campus on the world stage
Excellence
Raising the standard of collegiate play worldwide
Connection
Building a global network across cultures
Growth
Elevating pickleball from campus to world stage
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Represent Your
Nation

Claim your place on the global stage. The College Pickleball Cup is open to national university champions from every continent.

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