Connecting the Pickleball Community
Every great game starts with finding the right partner
🎾 The Problem We're Solving
Pickleball is America's fastest-growing sport, with over 13.6 million players and a 223% growth rate in the past three years. Yet despite this explosive growth, players face a fundamental challenge:
"I love pickleball, but finding people at my skill level to play with is nearly impossible."
Sound familiar? You're not alone. Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned player, the struggle to find compatible partners is universal. That's where PaddleUp comes in.
📈 The Numbers Tell the Story
🚀 Pickleball Growth Explosion
Player participation growth over the past 5 years
🎯 Player Demographics
Age groups driving pickleball's popularity
🏆 The Partner Problem
Survey results: Biggest challenges facing pickleball players
🚀 Our Mission
To make finding pickleball partners as easy as ordering coffee. We believe every player deserves to find their perfect match on the court, regardless of skill level, location, or schedule.
💡 The PaddleUp Solution
Smart Matching
We didn't just build another sports app. We created an intelligent matching system that understands the nuances of pickleball - from DUPR ratings to play styles, availability windows to competitive preferences.
Community First
PaddleUp isn't just about finding a partner for today's game. It's about building lasting connections, growing local communities, and making the sport more accessible to everyone.
Real-Time Connection
With our Tinder-style interface and instant notifications, you can go from "I want to play" to "See you on the court" in minutes, not days.
Why This Matters
For New Players
Breaking into pickleball can be intimidating. PaddleUp provides a welcoming entry point to find patient partners who remember what it's like to learn.
For Competitive Players
Finding partners at your exact skill level is crucial for improvement. Our DUPR-based matching ensures you're always challenged appropriately.
For Communities
Strong local pickleball communities drive court development, tournament growth, and sport accessibility. PaddleUp strengthens these bonds.
Our Vision for the Future
We envision a world where no pickleball player ever has to miss a game because they couldn't find a partner. Where skill progression isn't limited by your social circle. Where the pickleball community is as connected digitally as it is on the court.
Nationwide Network
Building the largest connected pickleball community across the US and Canada
Event Ecosystem
Supporting tournaments, leagues, and social play at every level
Player Development
Helping every player reach their potential through better connections
🚀 Join the Movement
Every download, every match, every game played through PaddleUp strengthens the pickleball community. Be part of the solution.
Built by pickleball players, for pickleball players. We understand the struggle because we've lived it.