Pickleball has a reputation for being welcoming, but for many LGBTQ+ players, inclusion isn’t guaranteed. This Pride Month, we’re sharing honest stories, real barriers, and ways we can all help build safer, more affirming courts.

Pickleball is growing fast, but not everyone feels welcome on the court. From access and affordability to representation and culture, here’s what’s still standing in the way, and what we can do to fix it.

Despite the challenges of war, pickleball is thriving in Ukraine. With the Ukrainian Pickleball Federation (UPF) joining the Global Pickleball Federation (GPF) as its 60th member, the sport takes a significant step forward—both for Ukraine’s resilience and for pickleball’s journey to the Olympic Games.

The APP USA National Team roster for 2025 has been announced.