A new era of team pickleballProfessional league · Recruiting now
Officials concept scene from the supplied PPC flyer

Competition integrity / Officiating

PPC Match Officials

Enforce the game at pro speed.

Bring confident calls, calm control and professional standards to a professional indoor, broadcast-led league.

Explore the opportunity
Professional league · Recruiting now
12 inaugural city franchisesAmerican + National ConferencesInaugural dates forthcoming

The opportunity

One standard. Every court.

Explore openings in the PADL Pro Circuit. Share your experience and connect with the team responsible for your role.

01 / Officials

Head referees & line officials

The circuit recruits officiating crews for televised matches across the American and National Conferences. Assignments follow confirmed schedules and selection standards.

02 / Officials

Technology-assisted review

Multi-angle cameras, live video monitors and a league review process support the league review process. Officials train in the league’s review procedures.

03 / Officials

Control the pace

Apply the final rulebook consistently: the DinkClock, non-volley-zone faults, serve violations, time-outs and player conduct.

04 / Officials

Professional support

Officiating agreements cover per-match compensation, touring travel and accommodation, apparel and communications equipment.

Who we’re looking for

Bring your experience.
Help set the standard.

  • Prior competitive pickleball, tennis or collegiate officiating experience
  • Sharp visual judgment and clear, decisive communication
  • Knowledge of non-volley-zone rules, service regulations and match control

Start the conversation

Your next three steps.

  1. 01

    Share your credentials

    Send certifications, recent tournament assignments and your officiating background.

  2. 02

    Review league standards

    Selected candidates will need to meet the final rulebook, training and review requirements.

  3. 03

    Confirm availability

    Match assignments and travel arrangements depend on the confirmed inaugural calendar.

Officials / Expression of interest

Be part of the first chapter.

Officiating résumé, certifications, recent assignments, city and travel availability.

Contact the recruitment team about openings, requirements and selection dates.