IPPA WORLD LEAGUE

SEASONAL TEAM OWNERS will be responsible for:

Acquiring players through the official IPPA player recruitment / auction process,
 

Adhering to IPPA’s player eligibility, classification, and code of conduct guidelines, and
 

Managing the operational and promotional aspects of their teams during the season.

The competition format will follow a League-cum-Knockout structure ensuring both consistent play opportunities and high-stakes finals. While the inaugural editions will be hosted in India, the IPPA World League is envisioned as a globally rotating event, open to hosting in any IPPA member country.

All eligible male and female Para Pickleball players from IPPA Member Nations are invited to apply for participation in the World League, subject to classification and ranking verification by IPPA.

The International Para Pickleball Association (IPPA) hereby invites corporate organizations, institutions, foundations, and individuals to partner with us as Sponsors of the IPPA World League – A Gold Label Para Pickleball Event.

The IPPA World League is a high-profile international sporting platform designed to promote inclusion, equality, and professional excellence in Para Pickleball. Sponsorship of this prestigious event offers partners a unique opportunity to associate their brand with a global movement in adaptive sports, reaching audiences across continents through live streaming, digital engagement, and in-person attendance.

Sponsorships are invited under multiple categories, including but not limited to:

• Title Sponsorship (Main Event Sponsor)
   
• Co-Sponsorship / Associate Sponsorship
   
• Team Ownership Sponsorship
   
• Official Partner (Equipment, Apparel, Beverage, Airline, Media, etc.)
   
• Venue Partner / Accessibility Partner
   
• CSR and Inclusion Support Sponsor
   

Each sponsorship tier carries specific rights and privileges, including:

• Brand visibility across all event materials, venues, broadcasts, and digital platforms,
   
• Recognition in opening and closing ceremonies,
   
• On-site branding and promotional activations, and
   
• Alignment with IPPA’s global mission of empowering para-athletes and promoting accessible sport for all.
   

Participation in the IPPA World League is open to classified and ranked Para Pickleball players (male and female) from all IPPA Member Nations.
Players must meet eligibility criteria as outlined in the IPPA Classification and Ranking Regulations and register within the official application window for player auctions.

 Player Categories

The IPPA World League will feature competition across the following Para Pickleball Classification Categories:Category Classification Code Description Short Stature PP40 – PP41 Athletes with short stature as defined under IPPA classification regulations. Wheelchair PP54 – PP56 Athletes competing in wheelchair categories as per IPPA wheelchair movement and eligibility standards.  

By sponsoring the IPPA World League, partners contribute directly to:

• Empowerment of para-athletes through structured competition and financial support,  
• Global advocacy for inclusivity in sports and society,  
• Sustainable brand engagement through a socially impactful and inspirational event, and  
• The creation of a global legacy for Para Pickleball under IPPA’s Gold Label standard.  

Interested sponsors and partners may submit their Letter of Interest (LOI) or Proposal for Partnership to:Secretary General, International Para Pickleball Association
The Event is Organised in Association with AIMS FEDERATION, INDIA