USPA announces record-breaking 2026 tournament schedule

The United States Padel Association (USPA) has announced a record-breaking 115 tournaments for the first half of 2026, marking the largest competitive calendar in US padel history.

The Nox USPA Circuit’s expansion “highlights the sport’s rapid growth and the USPA’s increasing capacity to support players and clubs nationwide”, the association said.

It added that the schedule represents a “milestone moment” for the sport’s continued professionalisation in the US.

“As padel participation accelerates, the number of sanctioned events has reached unprecedented levels, reflecting both player demand and club readiness nationwide,” it said.

Juan Arraya, chair of the USPA Competition Committee, commented: “This schedule is the most ambitious we’ve ever published. It reflects the hard work of our clubs, the dedication of our volunteers, and the enthusiasm of our players.

“We’re building a structure that not only supports competition today, but will sustain growth for years to come. We are extremely pleased to announce the schedule three months prior to the end of the year, truly allowing players to plan for their best year of padel ever.”

In an interview with Padel Business Magazine in April 2025, Arraya said he believes the US will have the largest community of players in the world within the next five years.

The USPA said that when the new Competition Committee was formed in early 2025, “one of its key priorities was to provide players with greater visibility into the tournament calendar”.

It added: “By releasing the first-half schedule in advance, the USPA ensures that players and clubs have adequate time to plan their travel, partnerships, and competitive goals for the upcoming season.

“Tournament scheduling remains a complex process involving geographic balance, facility readiness, and event accessibility. Each iteration of the circuit aims to refine that balance, with continued adjustments based on community feedback and participation data.”

The USPA also confirmed that it continues to invite clubs to participate in the tournament hosting process.

“Hosting a USPA-sanctioned event allows facilities to engage their members, attract new players, and showcase their venues at a national level,” it said.

Hosting applicants must be USPA member clubs, and the application deadline is November 15, 2025.

The USPA said it will release the second-half 2026 schedule by the end of January, “continuing its commitment to transparency and early communication”.

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