U.S. Open Pickleball Championships lottery to run this month
The US Open Pickleball Championships, the largest pickleball tournament in the world, announced the official 2026 Athlete Lottery is scheduled to run January 14-20, 2026. The 2026 event marks the 10-year anniversary of the US Open Pickleball Championshipsm, which will be held in Naples this April. To honor the historic milestone, organizers are planning new athlete experiences, enhanced fan engagement, and special anniversary celebrations throughout tournament week.
“The athlete lottery is always one of the most anticipated moments of the year, and this year it carries even more significance,” said Ben Weinberger, US Open President and tournament director. “The US Open’s 10-year anniversary is a landmark moment for pickleball and one of the biggest milestones in the event’s history. We’re celebrating how far the game has come, while also setting the stage for what’s next.”
2026 Player Lottery Details
• Lottery Window: January 14-20, 2026
• Who Should Enter: All players seeking to compete in the 2026 US Open Pickleball Championships – including amateur players (juniors, seniors, and wheelchair athletes) and professional players from around the world.
• Why It Matters: Demand continues to grow year over year, making the lottery the main pathway for athlete participation in this prestigious event.
• How to Enter: For athlete lottery details, event updates, and official announcements, visit https://www.usopenpickleball.com A link to the lottery will be posted on January 14th.
Athletes winning a spot through the lottery receive the opportunity to compete on pickleball’s biggest stage, alongside athletes from across the United States and around the globe.