Category: Event News

by Kean Doherty

West Coast Wolverines Close Out with 4-5 Record After Losing First Four Matches

On paper, this year’s edition of the Wolverines looks very formidable. The Mike Hamilton led squad proved it, roaring back with four wins in five matches after dropping four straight to begin the Eastern Split. Leading the team on the Open side are returning vets Haddow Thul (6-6 in six matches), Joel Pelletier (9-3 in […]
by Kean Doherty

Defending Champion Toronto United Start Slowly, Finish 4-5 with a Flourish

After an outstanding championship season in 2023, United seemed positioned to do very well at the inaugural event of the 2024 campaign. However, even with three solid returning vets they managed to open with three straight losses, before salvaging a decent showing with a 4-2 mark the rest of the way. Leading the way for […]
by Kean Doherty

East Toronto Smash Start Eastern Split Strong, Fade a Bit En Route to 4-5 Record

Having re-signed three solid Pickleballers from their 2023 squad, things were looking good for the East Toronto Smash going into the Eastern Split. And from the outset, they were good, winning three in a row against Vancouver, the Wolverines, and the Brewers after losing to the Lions in their first game. Returning to the fold […]
by Kean Doherty

Re-tooled Vancouver Rush Compete Hard but Win Just One Match in 2024 Eastern Split

There may not have been much to crow about for the Vancouver Rush at the Eastern Split, however they did beat a tough Prairie Pronghorns team for their only victory. General Manager Warren Forsythe will have much to review, but also blocks to build from, including re-signed veterans Brett Forsythe (6-12 in nine matches) and […]
by cnpl staff

CNPL x GOOD Games

The GOOD Games and Canadian National Pickleball League Forge Dynamic Partnership to Elevate Sports Excellence GUELPH, ON – February 28, 2024 – The GOOD Games, Canada’s Biggest Festival of Sport, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) to host a highly anticipated national competition. Taking place within the […]
by Kean Doherty

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 […]
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 […]
by cnpl staff

Smashingly Exciting: The CNPL Western Split Lands in Edmonton!

Come one come all to see the best pickleball action Canada has to offer! Hot on the heels of the Eastern Split in July, the Canadian National Pickleball League comes to the West, touching down September 2 & 3 at the Flair Airlines Hangar at the Edmonton Expo Centre! Get your tickets NOW: https://www.showpass.com/o/canadian-national-pickleball-league/ Leigh […]
by cnpl staff

The CNPL Eastern Split: A Pickleball Spectacle at the Sleeman Centre!

On July 29th and 30th, the Sleeman Centre in Guelph, Ontario was at the heart of a weekend of non-stop, thrilling action! The Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) made its historic debut, with its first regular event of its inaugural season, which has stirred a wave of enthusiasm among pickleball lovers across the country. Ricky […]
by cnpl staff

Schedule For Canadian National Pickleball League’s Inaugural Season Opener at the Sleeman Centre In Guelph, ON, July 29 & 30

Calling all pickleball enthusiasts and sports lovers! The wait is finally over as we proudly announce the grand launch of the Canadian National Pickleball League’s (CNPL) inaugural season opener at the renowned Sleeman Centre in Guelph, Ontario, taking place on July 29th and 30th. This historic event promises to be a celebration of athleticism, camaraderie, […]