THE LVPPB EXPERIENCE
Find Your Game. Find Your Community.
Ten weeks of pickleball, rotating partners, competitive matches, and a welcoming community for LGBTQ+ players and allies in Las Vegas.
10 weeks
7 games each night
A–E divisions
The format
How Our League Works
Register as an individual and play within a division based on skill. Partners rotate within each division, giving you a chance to compete and connect throughout the ten-week season.
At a glance
- Seven games every league night, including placement and tournament nights.
- Rotating partners within your division.
- Placement, regular play, and an end-of-season tournament.
From first serve to final
Ten-Week Season Timeline
Week 1
Placement Night
Players move up a court after winning and down a court after losing. Placement-night performance helps the board assign divisions.
Weeks 2–9
Regular League Play
Play seven games each night with partners rotating within your division.
Week 10
End-of-Season Tournament
Close the season with tournament play and seven games that night.
A place to compete
Divisions & Skill Levels
LVPPB currently has five divisions. Assignments are based on skill level; the board considers placement-night performance, previous LVPPB experience, DUPR ratings when available, and board evaluation. No fixed rating threshold is used here to describe a division.
Division A
Division B
Division C
Division D
Division E
One season, one fee
League Fees & Registration
Registration is individual, not by team or pair. When registration is open, players can pay by PayPal or credit card. Check the live Current Season section below for availability and the correct registration or waitlist link.
$140
for the ten-week league season
Facility costs are included. Players do not pay the facility separately each Thursday.
The rules of play
Game Format & Scoring
7games per night
11points per game
15minute maximum
Games are played to 11 points with no win-by-two requirement. At the 15-minute limit, the team with the higher score wins. If tied, the next point determines the winner. These limits keep matches within reserved court time.
Substitutes can earn at most 7 points per game and 49 points per league night.
Keep your division playing
Attendance & Substitutes
Notify the league and board if you cannot attend. The board assigns an appropriate substitute of similar skill where possible.
Excessive repeated absences or failure to communicate may result in a player’s league spot being reassigned.
Feel ready on day one
Your First League Night
Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled start to warm up, stretch, hear board announcements, and get ready for play.
LVPPB provides the pickleballs.
What to bring
- Your own paddle
- Appropriate court or pickleball shoes
- Athletic clothing
- Beverages for hydration
- Optional snacks
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a partner to register?
No. Registration is individual, and partners rotate within each division.
How are divisions assigned?
The board considers placement-night performance, previous LVPPB experience, DUPR ratings when available, and its evaluation of player skill.
Is the facility included in the league fee?
Yes. The $140 fee covers the ten-week season and facility costs; there is no separate Thursday facility payment.
What happens if I cannot attend?
Notify the league and board. The board will assign a substitute of similar skill where possible. Repeated absences or missed communication can put your league spot at risk.
What if a game is tied when time expires?
The next point determines the winner.