PPA Tour Streaming Levels Up with PlaySight Partnership

The same mobile broadcast tools being used by tennis academies, NBA training facilities, and top collegiate programs are now being pointed at the baseline of pro pickleball courts.

The PPA Tour just took its biggest digital leap yet—and it's already in full effect.

PPA Tour Streaming Gets a Game-Changing Upgrade

In a game-changing partnership announced today, the Carvana PPA Tour has teamed up with PlaySight, a global leader in sports video and broadcast technology, to deliver live-streaming from up to 45 courts at every PPA Tour event.

Yes, you read that right. Forty-five courts.

Starting at this week's Veolia Bristol Open at the Bristol Sportsplex in Tennessee, fans across the world will be able to stream thousands of hours of live and on-demand pickleball coverage — from early-round barnburners to Championship Sunday showdowns — all with the kind of polished broadcast quality we're used to seeing in the NFL or NBA.

These extra streamed courts will be live-streamed via the PPA Streamed Courts YouTube channel.

A Digital Tsunami for Pickleball

While pickleball has spent the last few years exploding in popularity, the sport's coverage hasn't always kept pace.

Sure, we've had Championship Court streams, YouTube broadcasts, PickleballTV, and social media clips — but if you were a fan trying to follow your favorite rising pro on Court 27 or catch your friend's mixed doubles match in the 5.0 draw? Good luck.

That all changes now.

With PlaySight's GO mobile technology installed across dozens of courts at each PPA event, fans will have access to high-definition, multi-angle coverage — including score overlays, live brackets, player names, and even mid-match stat integration.

It's the kind of feature-rich PPA Tour streaming experience that could turn casual viewers into devoted fans, and local rec players into nationwide stars.

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"Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, and we're thrilled to be at the heart of its professional evolution," said Matt Gibson, Vice President at PlaySight. "This partnership allows us to deploy our cutting-edge technology at the sport's premier venues, enhancing the experience for everyone."

PlaySight's tech isn't just about quantity — it's a quality play.

The same mobile broadcast tools being used by tennis academies, NBA training facilities, and top collegiate programs are now being pointed at the baseline of pro pickleball courts. The result? More matches with TV-grade production — whether you're watching on YouTube, the PPA app, or embedded on social media.

Pardoe's Vision Gets a Broadcast Boost

From the beginning, Carvana PPA Tour CEO Connor Pardoe hasn't exactly been shy about his vision: make pickleball a legit, big-time pro sport with a global fanbase and top-tier infrastructure.

The PlaySight deal is a major step in that direction — and an acknowledgment that the hunger for more content isn't just real, it's ravenous.

"Our vision has always been to elevate the Carvana PPA Tour to the zenith of pro sports," Pardoe said in the release. "This new partnership with PlaySight is a huge step forward in how our sport is presented and consumed. Their state-of-the-art technology makes them the perfect partner as we continue to scale."

It's also a response to what fans and players have been asking for — more coverage, more access, and better visibility across the board. The PPA Masters on CBS earlier this year averaged 791,000 viewers and peaked at 1.05 million, The Dink proving there's a real, growing appetite for pro pickleball content — and the PPA Masters broadcast record is only the beginning.

No longer will die-hard fans have to settle for box scores and highlight reels. Now, they can follow their favorite matches shot-by-shot, point-by-point.

And this won't be limited to just the pro circuit. The deal includes several showcase courts at PPA Challenger Series events, bringing the same streaming capabilities to the sport's next generation of stars.

What This Means for the Game

This deal has big implications—beyond just more watchable pickleball.

For players: Every match becomes a recruiting reel. More visibility means more chances to build a brand, attract sponsors, and climb the rankings.
For fans: Whether you're scouting your future opponent, watching your favorite pro, or just soaking up five hours of pure dinking, it’s all at your fingertips.
For the sport: This is about legitimacy. Visibility breeds investment. Investment breeds growth. The better the product looks, the more people want to be part of it.

This also raises the bar for the rest of the pickleball world — challenging other tours and organizations to level up their tech game. As of today, the PPA is no longer just competing with APP or MLP — it's competing with ESPN, the ATP Tour, and your favorite NFL RedZone Sunday. CBS Sports has been covering PPA Tour events with quarterfinals, semifinals and championship action across its major broadcast windows, CBS Sports and expanded PPA Tour streaming access only deepens that footprint.

Bristol Kicks It Off

The timing couldn't be better. The new PlaySight-powered broadcast system goes live today at the Veolia Bristol Open (August 6–10). With a full pro field and jam-packed draw, it's the perfect proving ground.

After the Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns double crown that made Bristol famous, this event carries enormous expectations — and now the technology is in place to capture every moment of it.

So whether you're in Tennessee or Taipei, your favorite match is just a few taps away.

Get ready, pickleball world — the lights are on, the cameras are rolling, and this time, every court is a show court.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PPA Tour streaming and how does it work with PlaySight?

PPA Tour streaming through the PlaySight partnership delivers live, high-definition coverage from up to 45 courts at every PPA Tour event. PlaySight's GO mobile technology captures matches with score overlays, live brackets, and player name graphics, all available on the PPA Streamed Courts YouTube channel so fans can watch any match for free.

How many courts will be streamed at each PPA Tour event?

The Carvana PPA Tour will now stream up to 45 courts per event, a dramatic expansion from previous coverage. Select matches will also feature live scoring capabilities, including scoreboard overlays and bracket information, giving fans a broadcast-quality experience on every court in the draw.

Where can I watch the new PPA Tour streamed courts?

All streamed courts will be available on the PPA Streamed Courts YouTube channel, making pickleball coverage accessible to fans anywhere in the world at no cost. Championship Court matches may continue to be broadcast on platforms like CBS Sports and ESPN as well.

Does the PlaySight partnership cover the PPA Challenger Series too?

Yes — the deal extends beyond the main PPA Tour. Several showcase courts at PPA Challenger Series events will also feature PlaySight's streaming technology, meaning fans can follow the sport's next generation of pros with the same high-quality coverage available at premier-level events.

How does expanded PPA Tour streaming benefit players?

More cameras mean more visibility, and more visibility opens doors. Every match streamed at a PPA event now serves as a live audition for sponsorships, fan growth, and brand development. Players competing on outer courts — who previously had little-to-no broadcast exposure — can now build a national following from any match at any event.