State Pro Leagues & Junior Pickleball Tour Now Feed Directly Into The Dink Minor League Pickleball Nationals

In a major step toward building a true nationwide pipeline for competitive team pickleball, The Dink Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) is now officially partnered with State Pro Leagues and The National Junior Pickleball Tour.

That means some of the most talented, committed, and high-level amateur players in the U.S. will now have a clear path to the big stage—the MiLP National Championship this December in Dallas—without needing to leave their home state or quit their day job to do it.

A Direct Line for DUPR 22 Players

Top performers from each sanctioned State Pro League will automatically qualify for the DUPR 22 division at The Dink MiLP National Championship, where they’ll face off against other elite teams from across the country.

Leagues also have the option to enter teams into the DUPR 20 division, creating additional opportunities for rising talent.

All matches in these leagues will be tracked through DUPR’s official rating system, meaning every point counts toward player development and national visibility.

Participating State Pro Leagues

We’re kicking things off with a slate of leagues that are already doing the work to grow competitive pickleball at the local level:

All Florida Pro League (AFPL)

A Florida showdown featuring teams like the Miami Blaze, Sarasota Manatees, and Fort Myers Flamingos, all competing across a 7-week tour at top-tier facilities across the state.

Wichita Premier Pickleball League (WPPL)

Kansas' best battle it out in a tightly organized league focused on player development and community hype.

Oklahoma Premier Pickleball League (OPPL)

Returning for its second season, OPPL brings six teams together in a fast-paced format, with matches streamed and ratings tracked.

The Michigan Pickleball League

Five teams, big energy: Detroit Vipers, Lansing Loons, Grand Rapids Rampage, Ann Arbor Arctics, and Flint Tropics.

National Junior Pickleball Tour

The best and brightest junior players from around the entire country are going to have an opportunity to earn a dream ticket for the DUPR 18 or 20 divisions.

Teams competing at the championship cup of The National Junior Tour will win a share of a $4,000 prize purse as well as a chance to fly to The Dink Minor League Pickleball National Championships in December to face off against the top talent across the nation (regardless of age).

State Pro Leagues have exploded in popularity by offering a format that feels professional, team uniforms, drafted rosters, packed venues, without requiring a cross-country travel schedule or a full-time commitment.

Now, thanks to integration with The Dink Minor League Pickleball, these leagues aren’t just “local hype.” They’re officially on the map—and officially in the running for a national title.

Want Your League to Join the Pathway?

If you run a pro league and want to join this growing network, DUPR and The Dink Minor League Pickleball are actively expanding the sanctioned roster.

To apply or learn more, reach out to:
📩 [email protected]