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
Champions
Only
A Battle
of Nations
Each country is represented by its national university champion, creating a true World Cup format for college pickleball. This is not an open tournament, but a focused contest of nations, campuses, and cultures.
In partnership with the NCPA, the College Pickleball Cup advances pickleball as a global collegiate sport through elite competition, international visibility, and a clear path from campus to the world stage.
Eligibility & Official Format
Players must be actively enrolled at a recognized university or post-secondary institution at the time of competition.
All players on a team must share one nationality and be eligible to represent that country in international competition.
Each team represents both its university (alma mater) and its country of nationality.
Multiple university teams may represent the same country if each team meets all eligibility requirements.
Results recognize both university team and national country standings. Medals are awarded to the top three university teams and top three countries.
The overall championship-winning team will be awarded the Tiffany & Co. Global Pickleball Trophy.
From Every
Corner
Latin America
Oceania
South Asia
Backed by
Global Bodies
From the
Pressroom
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.
Our Story
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.
Represent Your
Nation
Claim your place on the global stage. The College Pickleball Cup is open to national university champions from every continent.