DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating)

What Is DUPR and Why Does It Matter?

Pickleball is growing every single day — both in Türkiye and across the world. Being part of this growth, I can see one thing very clearly:

The future of this sport will be shaped by standardization and fairness.

That’s exactly why, as DDD Pickleball, I now require all participants in my tournaments to have a DUPR account.

I don’t see this as a burden, but as an important step we are taking together toward building a more professional ecosystem.

In this article, I want to share what DUPR means from my own perspective, how it works, and why it will benefit the pickleball community in Türkiye.

What Is DUPR?

DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) is a global rating system that unifies pickleball skill levels under one standard platform.

It ranks players on a scale from 0.00 to 8.00.

And while determining this rating, DUPR takes into account not only whether you won or lost, but also:

• Your opponent’s level

• The match score

• The match type (singles/doubles/mixed)

This means DUPR is not just a simple “point system” — it is a realistic, dynamic, and fair measurement tool.

Why Does DUPR Matter to Me Personally?

As someone who has dedicated years to the growth of pickleball in Türkiye, I’ve thought a lot about this: Levels in our country have mostly been based on verbal evaluation.

Players often struggle to understand where they truly stand.Some players face matches that are too easy, while others face matches that are too difficult.

This is exactly where DUPR steps in.

1. It creates the foundation for fair tournaments

Matchups become more balanced.

Categories like Open and Advanced can be defined much more clearly.

And as a result, players enjoy the tournament experience far more.

2. It provides players with an objective development path

Every match processed into DUPR updates a player’s level.

Instead of saying “I think I’m around a 4.0,” players can now say:

“My DUPR rating is 4.23, and here’s how I’ve progressed.”

3. It helps Türkiye align with international standards

DUPR is now used everywhere — from the U.S. to Europe.

Our participation in this global system is incredibly valuable for the future of the sport in Türkiye.

4. It makes coaching and club structures more organized

Training groups, level-based classes, and team formation become much more accurate and effective. This significantly accelerates the long-term development of the sport.

Why Is DUPR Required in My Tournaments?

Because I want to establish a standard.

Not just for today’s tournaments, but for the future of all pickleball competitions in Türkiye.

DUPR is required because it allows us to:

• Create fair matchups

• Place players in the right categories

• Record match results officially

• Align Türkiye with international competitive standards

• Track player development over time

In reality, this benefits all of us.

As a player, coach, and organizer deeply involved in this sport, I can confidently say:

DUPR directly contributes to the growth of pickleball in Türkiye.

How Do You Create a DUPR Account?

The process is very simple:

1.    Go to dupr.com

2.    Click on “Create Account”

3.    Enter your basic information

4.    Complete your profile

5.    Your rating will update automatically as your matches are submitted

The whole process takes about 3–5 minutes.

Final Thoughts: We’re Taking This Step Together

If we want pickleball to reach the level it deserves in Türkiye, we must move forward together.

DUPR is an important tool on this journey.

The reason I require it in my tournaments is simple:To build a better game, a fairer competitive environment, and a healthier development structure for all of us.

Let’s build this standard together.

Let’s make sure all of us leave our mark on the rise of pickleball in Türkiye.

Mustafa Enes DEBİK

Founder, DDD Pickleball