Take an inside look at USA Pickleball’ s referees in action
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Day in the Life of a Referee
Take an inside look at USA Pickleball’ s referees in action
From scorekeeping to rules enforcement, referees play a vital role in ensuring high-quality, consistent tournament play. Check out these scenes from the Mesa Golden Ticket tournament at the Arizona Athletic Grounds April 9-13, 2025.
All matches at USA Pickleball Golden Ticket tournaments are fully sanctioned, meaning every match is officiated by a certified referee. Referees are an essential part of the sport’ s continued growth.
With the rising popularity of pickleball, the demand for trained referees has never been higher. If you’ re interested in becoming a USA Pickleball referee, now is a great time to get involved!
Visit usapickleball. org / referee to explore the resources, training, and steps needed to get started.
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