Since the league has adopted the Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR) as its official player rating system. Divisional placement will be based on each team’s cumulative DUPR once players reach a 50% reliability threshold (reduced from 60%).
Updated by-laws reflect this change, along with revisions to the 4.0 division.
Captains now have increased flexibility in assigning Order of Strength (OoS) based on players’ DUPR ratings. Discretion may be used for players below 50% reliability; once reached, OoS must follow league guidelines.
Until the 50% threshold is met, divisions will be based on prior season results, provided at least 70% of the roster returns.
Players whose ratings exceed their division may continue to play below level until they reach 50% reliability. If both rating and reliability exceed the division during the season, they may remain on the team but will be restricted to Court 1.
These updates are designed to streamline placement while maintaining fair and consistent roster management.
Captains are expected to adhere to the Captain’s Code of Conduct when assigning OoS and ensure players are appropriately rostered prior to reaching the 50% reliability threshold.