PPR Launches Industry’s First Pickleball Player Certification
November 19, 2025
Wesley Chapel, FL – November 19, 2025 – The Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR), the world’s leading organization for pickleball coach education and certification, announced the launch of The Certified Pickleball Player™ Program. While an estimated 19 million Americans play pickleball for fitness, family, social and business connections, Pickleball’s expansion depends on player engagement and frequency of play.
Sarah Ansboury, Managing Director of PPR, remarked, “The Certified Pickleball Player program provides players with the tools to play more often by building meaningful relationships through the game. It recognizes players’ loyalty and connects them to the social and business communities that make pickleball so special.”
Pickleball’s LinkedIn Certification
Pickleball has rapidly grown into a powerful business networking platform, helping players build new connections, strengthen teams, and enhance customer relationships. Certified Pickleball Players receive an accredited LinkedIn certification that can be added to the certifications section of LinkedIn connecting their business to Pickleball and the 1 billion Linkedin users.
Benefits of Certification
Certified Pickleball Players receive a suite of benefits designed to celebrate commitment and strengthen connection to the sport:
* Certified Paddle Band – Personalized Certified Paddle Band
* LinkedIn Certification – Showcase your passion and credibility professionally.
* Certified Player Map – Players are featured on the Global map.
* AI Game Review – Full analysis of game performance through AI technology.
* Supporting Pickleball’s Growth –The Certified Pickleball Player program directly contributes to key initiatives such as the Special Olympics, the PPR Women’s Scholarship Fund, and youth development programs, driving the growth and inclusivity of pickleball.
Sarah Ansboury added, “Through this program, we’re proud to accelerate initiatives that continue to welcome players to the sport and expand access and grow the pickleball community for players of all ages and backgrounds.”