Host a Pickleball Tournament with NCPA Software

People nationwide are using NCPA’s tournament software to host leagues or tournaments with a big emphasis on fundraisers for college and junior pickleball - and we’re making it as simple as possible to generate revenue while building community and competition.

What Are NCPA Fundraisers?

These university-run tournaments are open to the public and organized by college players. Any university can host a fundraiser at any time, inviting nearby schools to join in. The more participants, the more funds raised for your school.

Our automated system makes the entire tournament process fast, smooth, and efficient:

• Players receive automated texts for match scheduling.

• One player from each match inputs scores immediately.

• New match notifications are sent out right away to keep the tournament on schedule.

Equipment Provided

We supply free pickleballs and premium paddles (valued at $150–$300) to make hosting seamless and cost-free.

How the Fundraising Works

When players register, they select a participating university to allocate a portion of their fee. Schools earn more based on the number of players representing them.

NCPA Charges:

• $10 per player: covers gear (balls, paddles) and supports the national growth of collegiate pickleball.

• $5 per player: for use of the tournament software alone (gear not included).

• Please note that gear is not provided unless there are a minimum of 50 players registered a week out from the tournament.

Recommended Registration Fees

• $20 per player, per bracket

• Players can enter up to three brackets (doubles, singles, mixed)

• Up to $60 per player goes directly back to participating universities.

NCPA Rep (Tournament Director) Responsibilities

Each tournament must have a designated NCPA Rep—someone not playing who serves as the on-site director. Their tasks include:

• Checking in players

• Fixing incorrectly inputted scores.

• Ensuring the venue has water and a first aid kit

• Staying available for player questions

• Keeping the event on schedule

• Taking and labeling photos of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams for each bracket

• Emailing photos to ncpa.official.contact@gmail.com

• Encouraging players to tag @NCPA and sponsors on Instagram for a chance to win free tournament entries

Tournament Format

• Standard: Pool play into single elimination.

Ready to Host a Fundraiser?

Start here: Create a Tournament

This is just the beginning for college pickleball.