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Southern Pickleball Louisiana State Championship Coming to Shreveport-Bossier This October
In partnership with Visit Shreveport-Bossier, the three-day championship is expected to welcome more than 300 players and spectators to compete at The Picklr Bossier City this October.
Shreveport-Bossier, LA (July 1, 2026) — The Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission with Visit Shreveport-Bossier, in partnership with Southern Pickleball, is excited to announce that the 2026 Powerball Louisiana State Championship presented by the Carvana PPA Tour & Southern Pickleball will take place October 9 through 11, 2026, at The Picklr in Bossier City.
The three-day championship will welcome over 300 pickleball players and their supporters from across Louisiana and neighboring states to compete in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles divisions across multiple age groups and skill levels. Beyond the competition, the tournament will introduce new visitors to the heart of Shreveport-Bossier, encouraging families to dine at locally owned restaurants, explore area attractions and experience the culture, creativity and Southern hospitality that define our destination.
"We're excited to welcome the Louisiana State Championship to Shreveport-Bossier and partner with Southern Pickleball to bring this event to our community," said Sara Nelms, Director of Sports for the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission with Visit Shreveport-Bossier. "As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, championships like this create new opportunities to showcase our destination, support local businesses, and provide an outstanding experience for athletes and their families."
The championship will be hosted at The Picklr Bossier City, which opened in February 2026 as the newest and largest indoor pickleball facility in the region. Featuring 11 dedicated indoor courts, the venue provides a premier setting for championship play and further strengthens Shreveport-Bossier's growing reputation as a destination for sports tourism.
“Southern Pickleball is excited to bring our State Championship Series to Shreveport-Bossier for the very first time. This event represents more than just a championship—it reflects the incredible growth of pickleball across Louisiana and our commitment to creating premier experiences for players of all ages and skill levels,” Mark Spackman
Co-Founder, Southern Pickleball. “We look forward to welcoming amateur players from across Louisiana and throughout the Southeast to experience outstanding competition, Southern hospitality, and everything the Shreveport-Bossier community has to offer. We believe this championship will become a signature event for Louisiana pickleball and a destination tournament for amateur players across the region for years to come.”
The competition begins Friday, October 9, with men's and women's singles, followed by men's and women's doubles on Saturday, October 10. The championship concludes Sunday, October 11, with mixed doubles. Players will compete in skill divisions ranging from 2.5 to 5.0+ and age groups from 15+ through 80+.
"Our focus at The Picklr Bossier City has always been about building and growing the pickleball community here in Northwest Louisiana," said Eric Zheng, Club Coordinator at The Picklr. "Being able to bring the Louisiana State Championship here is a great result of that work. We've built a first-class home for pickleball and a welcoming space that brings all players together, and it's exciting to see that grow into opportunities like this. We're looking forward to welcoming competitors from across the state and introducing them to everything Shreveport-Bossier has to offer."
Registration opens July 1, 2026, with early bird pricing available through July 31. Additional tournament information and registration details are available through Southern Pickleball.
The tournament will be featured on Southern Pickleball TV, the organization’s dedicated media and broadcasting platform, extending the event’s reach through live-streamed matches, original content and the Southern Pickleball podcast.
Southern Pickleball has hosted nearly 200 tournaments across 12 states, welcoming more than 30,000 players and helping fuel the continued growth of the sport throughout the South and beyond. Bringing the Louisiana State Championship to Shreveport-Bossier adds another premier competition to the destination's growing lineup of sporting events that attract athletes and visitors from across the country.
Visit www.southernpickleball.com and www.VisitShreveportBossier.org for more information.
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About Southern Pickleball
Southern Pickleball is a leading amateur pickleball tournament organization, hosting high-quality, well-run events across the country. Since its inception in 2021, Southern Pickleball has welcomed over 30,000 players across nearly 200 tournaments in 12 states, providing competitive and community-driven experiences for players of all levels. From grassroots qualifier events to major championships, players have the opportunity to compete, earn rankings, and qualify for the marquee Southern Pickleball Championships, the largest amateur only pickleball tournament in the country. Through its media platform, Southern Pickleball TV, the organization extends its reach beyond the courts with live-streamed matches, original content, and the Southern Pickleball podcast, helping grow the game and connect the pickleball community nationwide. Learn more about Southern Pickleball at www.southernpickleball.com or by heading to @southernpickleball on Facebook & Instagram.
About the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission
& Visit Shreveport-Bossier
The Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission with Visit Shreveport-Bossier, collaborates with local entities to develop, support, and promote sports events, enhancing the region’s destination marketing tourism efforts. For more information on the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission, click here.
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is the Exclusive Chicken Finger Provider of the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission.
Visit Shreveport-Bossier is the official destination marketing organization for Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana. The organization promotes the area as a premier destination for leisure travel, meetings, and events—driving economic growth and supporting local businesses. For more information, visit www.VisitShreveportBossier.org.
To view Visit Shreveport-Bossier’s 2025 Annual Report, visit https://www.visitshreveportbossier.org/about-us/.
