Dave and Jennifer Dismuke Lead the Lakeland Palms with a Vision for Community and Competitive Growth in Central Florida
Dave and Jennifer Dismuke officially take ownership of the Lakeland Palms, bringing community vision and competitive ambition to Central Florida pickleball.
Bruce Jonas Named Owner of the St. Pete Iceburgs, Bringing Leadership, Advocacy, and Championship Vision to AFPL
The All Florida Pro League announces Bruce Jonas as the new owner of the St. Pete Iceburgs. A respected attorney, entrepreneur, and community leader, Jonas brings a powerful blend of leadership, athlete advocacy, and championship ambition as the Iceburgs look to rebound in Season 3.
Matt Lund Named Owner of the Sarasota Manatees as Lakewood Ranch Becomes Team Home for All Florida Pro League
Matt Lund has been named the new owner of the Sarasota Manatees, bringing family-driven leadership and a vision for long-term player development to the All Florida Pro League. With The Pickleball Club at Lakewood Ranch set as the team’s home, the Manatees are entering a new era focused on competition, community, and growth in one of Florida’s fastest-rising pickleball markets.
Ivan & Sharon Roney Named Owner of Punta Gorda Tide as PicklePlex© Hosts AFPL Season 3 Opening Stop
The All Florida Pro League announces Ivan Roney as owner of the Punta Gorda Tide, ushering in a new era for professional pickleball in Southwest Florida. With PicklePlex© set as the team’s home and host of the Season 3 opening stop on May 9, the announcement signals continued growth for both the league and the region’s rapidly expanding pickleball community.
Florida Pro-Am Circuit: Florida’s Premier Pickleball Tour for Amateurs & Pros
Discover the Florida Pro-Am Circuit, Florida’s premier pickleball tour where amateurs and pros compete together. Learn how you can play, earn ranking points, and even get live streamed on YouTube, SelkirkTV, and Prime Video.
George Rangelov becomes 8th player signed to PPA Tour from the All Florida Pro League
The All Florida Pro League continues to establish itself as one of the premier development pipelines in professional pickleball.
With George Rangelov officially signing with the PPA Tour this past week, the AFPL now has eight players who have earned PPA contracts after participating in the league. These players are now eligible for the upcoming Major League Pickleball draft, further reinforcing the league’s role in preparing athletes for the highest levels of the sport.
From Local 5.0 to Real Pro: The All Florida Pro League Pathway
The All Florida Pro League was built for pickleball players caught between dominating locally and breaking through pro qualifiers. This article breaks down the AFPL player journey, from application and combine to the live draft and season-long team competition, showing how the league develops professionals on and off the court.
How the All Florida Pro League Season Works
The All Florida Pro League is a team-based professional pickleball league with a structured season, regular-season stops, a mid-season tournament, and playoffs. This guide explains how the league works, how teams earn points, and what makes AFPL different from traditional pickleball tournament