Hi Players,
We’re excited to announce that the Arizona Pickleball Players League (APPL) will have 5.0 Premier level divisions in the January 2026 Season! We’re thrilled to welcome back our returning players and can’t wait to see new faces join the fun.
Our website is updated and revised with current information- www.ArizonaPickleballPlayersLeague.org
Here are a few key updates:
- Season Start: January 4, 2026
- Registration Opens: September 29, 2025
- Locations: To be announced
- Competition & Fun: We’re committed to keeping the level of play high while making sure everyone enjoys the season.
- Based on your feedback, this season we are working on matches for each division to be played on the same day—making scheduling easier and the competition even more exciting! For example, all Mixed Open Division Teams could play on Fridays.
- Matches will be played in the Phoenix Metro area, west valley to east valley. All eligible players throughout the State are welcome to play.
Eligibility & Rules:
- Players from past seasons with an APPL Index of 4.75 and above are eligible to play on a team. Players that have not played in APPL for a year or more can provide information to play in 5.0. Players new to APPL can self-rate and use other national ratings as a reference.
- Anticipated Divisions:
- Women’s 5.0 Premier OPEN* Standard 6 player format
- Women’s 5.0 Premier 65+ Standard 6 Player format
- Mixed 5.0 Premier OPEN* 4 person team, 2 Men, 2 Women
- Mixed 5.0 Premier 65+ 4 or 6 person team
- Men’s 5.0 Premier OPEN* 4 person team
- Men’s 5.0 Premier 65+ 4 or 6 person team
- * (formerly 18+)
- Division format will be determined after registration, based on the number of teams and desired format of the division..
- The recently announced rules for the 65-plus divisions will also apply to this division. Refer to the “NEWS” tab and Rules on the main APPL Website.
Other Frequently Asked Questions:
– Can a Player with an APPL index of 4.75 play on a 4.5 team? Yes.
– Will three exceptions per team be allowed like other APPL Divisions? Yes.
Call to Action:
Now is the time to round up your friends, form your team, and get ready to sign up at the end of September!
We’re looking forward to another fantastic season of competitive play, great sportsmanship, and plenty of fun on the courts. Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to registration.
Thank you for being part of APPL and welcome back those who didn’t play recently. Pass it on to your high caliber friends! Let’s make this season the best yet!
See you on the courts,
Arizona Pickleball Players League
