Author: Kean Doherty

by Kean Doherty

2024 CNPL Draft Recap

Lions Start Rebuild by Selecting Montreal Native Ernesto Fajardo 1st Overall While it wasn’t a huge surprise, considering his showing at the East qualifier, the Montreal Lions began the process of rebuilding their entire team with area native Ernesto Fajardo. He was followed closely by the only other pick in the first round, veteran Jessica […]
by Kean Doherty

Central Qualifier – Four Fathers Brewery Hosts Exciting First Event

With many spots up for grabs in the Canadian National Pickleball League, participants at the first qualifier of 2024 at Cambridge’s Four Fathers Brewery premier venue put on quite a show. There were a few familiar faces in attendance, and many more new ones, and the action didn’t disappoint. Fighting for spots or just getting […]
by Kean Doherty

Announcement – 2024 CNPL Draft Qualifiers

CNPL Announces Locations of Central, East and West Qualifiers The Canadian National Pickleball League is excited to announce this year’s draft qualifier locations and times for all passionate pickleball players and fans. The East (RA Centre, Ottawa) and West (OWA Pickleball Complex, Vernon, BC) are returning from last year and additional Central qualifier is at […]
by Kean Doherty

CNPL Trade Announcement

Rush trade Nathan Choi to Brewers for Christina Chin The Southwestern Ontario Brewers are excited to announce the acquisition of the Rocky Mountain Rush’s Nathan Choi. In exchange, the Brewers have sent Christina Chin to the Rush. Choi, who was drafted 21st overall by the Rush, had a great year in 2023, winning Player of […]
by Kean Doherty

CNPL – Team Managers Announcement

Team Managers Announcement With a great 2023 season behind us and an even more intriguing 2024 campaign ahead, the Canadian National Pickleball League announces this year’s returning and interim managers. Returning Managers Jay Devilliers – Montreal Lions The Lions, under Devilliers, will be looking to improve on a 2023 season that saw them finish seventh […]
2024 CNPL SCHEDULE
by Kean Doherty

UPDATED: CNPL 2024 Schedule

With an outstanding 2023 season behind us, it’s time to announce what promises to be an equally outstanding 2024 Canadian National Pickleball League season schedule. Toronto United, the 2023 champs, will no doubt be looking forward to defending their title. Matches in qualifiers, regular season, and playoffs have all been scheduled for specific dates (see […]