Nation's Elite to Compete at The Dink Minor League Pickleball National Championships this December
The 2025 Dink Minor League Pickleball National Championships are officially set for December 3-7.
This event represents the highest level of amateur competition outside the professional circuit, drawing the very best talent from across the nation and earning recognition on the DUPR leaderboard.
Six countries will also be sending the best of the best to compete at the US National Championships, making this a global competition for the best amateur players.
Players at this event will not only compete for glory but will also have a shot at part of the $100,000 in prize money.
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2024 National Championships
The National Stage for Future Pros
Throughout the year, thousands of amateur players across the country compete in Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) events, including state championships and regional showdowns.
Only the elite—those who top the national DUPR leaderboard or secure dream tickets—earn the honor of competing at Nationals.
Many current professional pickleball stars, including Jack Munro, Connor Garnett, Kate Fahey, and others, started their impressive careers in MiLP, highlighting the championship’s significance as a gateway to pro success.
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Qualifying: Points, Dream Tickets, and the National Leaderboard
Players earn leaderboard points based on their performance in local, state, and regional competitions. Those topping the leaderboard secure coveted spots in the championships.
Additionally, "Dream Tickets" are awarded to division winners at state and regional events, offering guaranteed entry.
Confirmed 2025 State Championships
- Oklahoma State Championship: April 25-27, Tulsa, OK
- Wisconsin State Championship: May 31-June 1, Lake Geneva, WI
- Colorado State Championship: May 31-June 7, Aurora, CO
- Arizona State Championship: August 9-10, Scottsdale, AZ
- Illinois State Championship: September 28, Loves Park, IL
- Delaware State Championship: October 4, Wilmington, DE
Confirmed 2025 Regional Showdowns
- Northeast Regional: May 17-18, Robbinsville TWP, NJ
- Midsouth Regional: June 28-29, McKinney, TX
- Midwest Regional: August 9, Kansas City, KS/MO
- Northwest Regional: August 22-24, Lake Stevens, WA
- West Coast Regional: September 6, San Francisco, CA
- Southeast Regional: September 27-28, Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Southwest Regional: October 11, Mesa, Arizona
Experience Nationals Live or Online
Spectators can attend the championships for free, in person or online via The Dink YouTube channel. Interested businesses are invited to sponsor the 2025 championships, aligning their brand with one of pickleball's most prestigious amateur events. Contact us for sponsorship details.
The 2025 Dink Minor League Pickleball National Championships is more than just another event—it's an opportunity to witness and compete against the future stars of pickleball. Find your nearest Dink MiLP event at https://dupr.com/minor-league
