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 […]
Kean Doherty - Editor-at-large
by Mike McAninch

Kean Doherty – Editor-At-Large CNPL.ca

The CNPL is proud to welcome seasoned journalist and editor Kean Doherty as its new Editor-at-Large! Kean has a wealth of experience writing sports, from professional hockey, baseball, football and basketball to golf, rugby, soccer, tennis and junior and collegiate sports. As for Pickleball, this is his first foray into what he describes as a […]
by Yui See Lau

Toronto United Pickleball Club Triumphs in CNPL 2023 Championship: Making Canadian Pickleball History

In a dazzling display of skill, resilience, and pure passion for the game, the Toronto United Pickleball Club emerged victorious in the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) 2023 Championship, held at One Health Club in Mississauga, ON, this past weekend. Their journey, from a challenging start in the Eastern Split in Guelph to a historic […]
by Yui See Lau

CNPL Championship 2023 Live Streaming on CBC Sports

Excitement is reaching a fever pitch as the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) gears up to present the most anticipated pro pickleball event ever witnessed in Canada – the Inaugural Season 2023 Championship. What makes this news even more thrilling? The CNPL Championship will be broadcasted live on CBC Sports, allowing fans from coast to […]
by Yui See Lau

The Countdown Begins: CNPL Championship Showdown at One Health Clubs in Mississauga

The excitement in the world of pickleball is palpable as we approach the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) playoffs, set to unfold at the prestigious One Health Clubs in Mississauga, Ontario, on September 30th and October 1st. After two thrilling regular season events filled with fierce competition and some unexpected wildcard upsets, the stage is […]
by Yui See Lau

Thrills and Surprises at the CNPL Western Split

Pickleball enthusiasts from all corners of Canada gathered in early September to witness some of the most exciting moments in the sport’s history during the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) Western Split. This two-day event, held on September 2nd and 3rd, saw epic battles, stunning upsets, and the emergence of unexpected heroes. Let’s dive into […]