Gary Schwartz
CEO | Chairperson
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pickleball Americas Announces Partnership with Pickleball Cup at Annual AGM to Launch 2026 Regional Americas Cup
Toronto, Canada – December 16, 2024 – The Pickleball Federation of the Americas (PFA) is thrilled to announce its official partnership with Pickleball Cup during the organization’s Annual General Meeting on December 16, 2024. This exciting collaboration will bring the Regional Americas Cup to life, with the inaugural event scheduled to take place in Cozumel, Mexico, in April 2026.
The Americas Cup will serve as the regional qualifier for the Pickleball Cup World Finals, uniting the top teams from the Americas to showcase the sport’s growing talent and foster international camaraderie. With this announcement, the PFA is calling on all 20 member countries to begin preparations for national team selection, guided by standardized criteria outlined in the PFA’s Team Selection Guidelines.
Gary Schwartz, CEO and Chairman of the PFA, shared his excitement:
“The Americas Cup is a monumental step forward for pickleball in our region. By partnering with Pickleball Cup, we are creating a pathway for national teams to shine on an international stage while fostering unity and growth across the Americas. We encourage every member country to start preparing their teams, as this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to elevate our sport.”
Next Steps for Member Countries
For more information, visit PickleballAmericas.org and PickleballCup.com.