Naming conventions for paddles are different for each brand. UPA-A, in order to bring consistency and structure, has implemented a model number requirement. tinyurl.com/UPA-a-modelnum…

If you have questions about UPA-A Paddle Certification, or paddle testing in general, Jason Aspes and Curtis Cruz will be answering questions later this week. Leave questions in comments below 👇🏼

With the merger between World Pickleball Federation and International Pickleball Federation, pickleball is one step closer to where we need to be.

About to do a pod with PPL lead engineer Curtis Cruz about paddles if anyone has any questions… fire away United Pickleball Association Carvana PPA Tour Major League Pickleball

In order to accommodate the high demand for paddle certification in Asia, UPA-A has extended the Provisional Approval by one week (September 7, 2025) for paddles that have paid in full and are currently awaiting 2025 Certification. (PPA Tour ASIA Only) upaa.unitedpickleball.com/paddle-extensi…

Paddle brands that have submitted for UPA-A Certification before the Sept 1 deadline will have Provisional Approval extended throughout 2025. PPA Tour Asia upaa.unitedpickleball.com/upa-a-rule-upd…

Of the 16 paddles in gold medal matches at Carvana PPA Tour Veolia Cincinnati Slam, only Jorja’s Franklin C45 hybrid was played with in previous tournaments before the new UPA-A certification went into effect on September 1. All other paddles were new to the finalists this tournament.

UPA-A 2026 registration for paddle certification is now open. With new, reduced pricing and updates on the transition to not-for-profit status. upaa.unitedpickleball.com/upa-a-pricing-…

Now that UPA-A Certification has been established for professional events at Carvana PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball, UPA-A has begun a compliance program to ensure paddles perform in the field they way they performed when tested for certification. Details below. upaa.unitedpickleball.com/upa-a-paddle-c…

As the Panas Malaysia Cup is set to begin play, please note the removal of Arronax Paddles from the provisional approval list PPA Tour Asia due to rules violations. This affects Professional play only. Amateur events are unaffected by this ruling. upaa.unitedpickleball.com/removal-of-arr…

When we established an Accelerated Break In methodology and SOP, we knew it would require automation and a machine to enable us to scale the process. So we went to the best in the business, Automated Design Corp. Check out this beauty! instagram.com/reel/DO_YGR5ja…

Update on UPA-A’s PEF and ABI standards. Carvana PPA Tour PPA Tour Asia PPA Tour Australia Major League Pickleball upaa.unitedpickleball.com/pef-abi-standa…

With UPA-A Paddle Certification now in place, the compliance program is now live. Details below. upaa.unitedpickleball.com/upa-a-paddle-c… Carvana PPA Tour Major League Pickleball

New UPA-A paddle rules went into effect 9/1/25. We have confiscated and tested a number of paddles from onsite testing and are working with brands to ensure they remain eligible for play. Details of how we implement and proceed below. upaa.unitedpickleball.com/upa-a-onsite-p…

Paddle manufacturers innovating with new materials or construction types are strongly encouraged to consult with UPA-A before submission of paddles to ensure they conform with the rules. Details in the link. upaa.unitedpickleball.com/update-new-pad…

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