Category: Draft

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 cnpl staff

Congratulations to Mark Cleminson and Jordann Vigna on Their Victories at the CNPL Eastern Draft Qualifier Event!

Last weekend, the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) Eastern Draft Qualifier event took place at the RA Centre in Ottawa, and it was an incredible showcase
by cnpl staff

Canadian National Pickleball League Kicks Off In Ottawa With Eastern Draft Qualifier

June 8, 2023 Pickleball lovers across Canada are rejoicing as the highly anticipated Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) commenced its inaugural season with a spectacular Eastern Draft Qualifier event held on June 3-4 in Ottawa, the country’s capital. The RA Centre played host to this thrilling competition, which featured media shoots, engaging interviews with team […]
by cnpl staff

Calling All The Amazing Women Of Canadian Pickleball

Apr 10, 2023 Pickleball has been rapidly gaining popularity in Canada, and for good reason – it’s a fun, fast-paced sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. And now, with the launch of the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL), the sport is about to get even more exciting. The CNPL is set to […]