The 2025 PCL Asia Championship Finals, the pinnacle of Asia’s rapidly growing pickleball scene, will officially kick off on August 9–10 at the state-of-the-art Ramsports Pickleball Stadium in Guanlan, Shenzhen's Longhua District.

The continent’s eight top club teams are set to clash in a high-stakes showdown to determine the ultimate champions of Asia, according to sources from Ramsports, the event organizer.

Members of Team Shenzhen pose for a photo after winning the PCL GBA Qualifiers on August 2 in Shenzhen. Photos courtesy of Ramsports

From China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, and the Philippines, elite teams that have battled through a rigorous qualifying process — local city events, national finals, will now converge in Shenzhen for the continental playoffs.

Two standout teams from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA)— Team Shenzhen and Team Guangzhou — will lead charge after emerging victorious in the PCL GBA Qualifiers earlier this month in Shenzhen.

“Shenzhen is a key hub for pickleball in China,” said Alex Yuan, president of Ramsports Group. “Hosting the Asia finals here not only showcases our world-class facilities but reinforces our commitment to pushing the sport to new heights across the region.”

This tournament isn’t just about elite play — it’s also a celebration of urban spirit and national pride.

The Ramsports Pickleball Stadium, which opened in January 2025 at Mission Hills Mall in Longhua, spans 3,500 square meters and features ten courts, including four with retractable electric roofs. The venue is equipped with IPTPA-certified coaching, livestreaming technology, and spectator amenities designed to deliver an immersive experience for fans both on-site and online.

Match Schedule Highlights:

August 9: Group-stage round robins — nonstop international action.

August 10: Knockout rounds and the championship final — where legends are made.

Fan Zone: Interactive events and meet-the-players sessions throughout the weekend.

About PCL Asia

PCL Asia (Pickleball Champions League: Asia) is a groundbreaking continental league for amateur and semi-professional pickleball club teams across Asia. It’s designed to bring structure, visibility, and excitement to the fast-growing sport in the region.

Team Composition & Match Format

Each club team consists of two men and two women. Matches include men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles, promoting gender inclusivity and dynamic play.

* Round-robin group stage: Each team plays 12 matches across four events.

* Top two advance to a group championship match; the winner represents their country at the Asia Championships in Shenzhen.

“This isn’t just a tournament — it’s a celebration of passion and dreams,”— declared PCL Asia, encouraging fans worldwide to tune in and support their favorite teams.

Steve Kuhn (R), founder of PCL Asia, during a recent event in Vietnam.

At the heart of the event is Steve Kuhn, founder of PCL Asia and Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR), whose vision for PCL Asia is more than just professional competition. “It’s club vs. club… joy… community pride,” Kuhn shared at a recent regional event. “You’re growing faster here in Asia than we ever did in the U.S.”

With ambitions to reach 100 million global players by 2030— over half expected in Asia— Kuhn’s strategy is clear: build grassroots pride, foster competitive excellence, and give fans a reason to cheer.

With gender-balanced team formats, flexible player contracts, and growing sponsorship and media coverage, PCL Asia is setting a new standard for inclusivity and sustainability in international sport.