Singapore Team Junior Pickleball

Developing Singapore’s next generation of junior pickleball players

Singapore Team Junior Pickleball is a junior training and competition programme by Play! Pickle.

We identify promising young players, train them through a structured development pathway, and provide opportunities to compete in Singapore and overseas.

Selected juniors will receive focused coaching, match-play development, team training, and partial sponsorship support as they grow as competitive pickleball players.

This is for young players with potential, commitment, and the right attitude.

Age groups

Singapore Team Junior Pickleball will develop players across 10U, 12U, and 16U age groups.

Player Pathway

From junior development training to elite team selection and overseas competition

Singapore Team Junior Pickleball follows a progressive pathway for young players who show interest, potential, and commitment.

Players begin with regular junior training at Play! Pickle Serangoon, then may be invited into the Junior Elite Team and eventually selected for the Junior Touring Team.

1. Junior Development Team

Build the foundation

The Junior Development Team is the entry point into the Singapore Team Junior Pickleball pathway.

Players train once or twice a week at Play! Pickle Serangoon, where they build strong fundamentals, confidence, and match awareness.

The current Kids 8–12 schedule at Play! Pickle Serangoon is Wednesday 6 PM to 7 PM and Sunday 3 PM to 4 PM.

Training focuses on:

  • Stroke foundations

  • Rally control

  • Serve and return

  • Dinks and volleys

  • Kitchen movement

  • Doubles positioning

  • Basic match play

  • Sportsmanship and confidence

This stage is suitable for young players who are learning to play properly, developing consistency, and showing early competitive potential.

2. Junior Elite Team

Train with greater focus

Players who show strong potential, commitment, and coachability may be invited into the Junior Elite Team.

This is for juniors who are ready for a higher level of training and regular match-play development.

Training focuses on:

  • Singles and doubles strategy

  • Shot selection

  • Movement patterns

  • Pressure play

  • Match analysis

  • Tournament preparation

  • Partner communication

  • Competitive consistency

Selection into the Junior Elite Team is based on coach assessment, training attitude, match performance, and readiness for a more serious training environment.

3. Junior Touring Team

Compete beyond Singapore

The Junior Touring Team is selected from the Junior Elite Team for overseas tournaments, regional competitions, and junior team friendlies.

Players may be selected for specific trips or matches based on:

  • Training commitment

  • Match performance

  • Coachability

  • Team behaviour

  • Competitive readiness

  • Ability to travel and compete as part of a team

The Junior Touring Team gives promising juniors the chance to gain international exposure, compete against overseas players, and represent the squad in a team environment.

Selection process into the Junior Elite Team

Players may be selected through trials, coach recommendation, tournament observation, or invitation.

The selection process may include:

  1. Skills assessment

  2. Movement assessment

  3. Match-play assessment

  4. Coach panel review

  5. Parent briefing

  6. Team invitation

We are looking for players with both current ability and future potential.

Competition opportunities

Singapore Team Junior Pickleball is built around real competition experience.

Players may be selected for:

  • Play! Pickle Junior Cup

  • Internal match-play events

  • Junior team friendlies in Singapore

  • Matches against visiting overseas junior teams

  • Overseas junior competitions

  • Invitational team events

Our goal is to give young players meaningful exposure through sport.

They will learn how to compete, handle pressure, support teammates, travel for tournaments, and grow through the experience of match play.

Partial sponsorship support

Play! Pickle will provide partial sponsorship support to selected juniors.

This may include:

  • Subsidised team training

  • Team jersey

  • Tournament preparation support

  • Discounted court time

  • Partial overseas competition support

  • Equipment or partner-sponsored items where available

Sponsorship support will be based on player potential, commitment, attitude, and available resources.

As the programme grows, we hope to work with sponsors and partners who believe in youth sport, family sport, and the development of young pickleball players in Singapore.

What we value

Commitment

Players are expected to attend training regularly, arrive prepared, and give their best effort.

Coachability

The best juniors are willing to listen, adjust, and keep learning.

Team spirit

Players must show respect for coaches, teammates, opponents, parents, and officials.

Courage

Competition can be uncomfortable. We want players who are willing to try, fail, learn, and return stronger.

Joy

Pickleball should still be fun. We want juniors who love the game and bring good energy to the court.

Training venues

Training and events may be held across selected Play! Pickle venues.

Play! Pickle Serangoon

Air-conditioned indoor courts

Play! Pickle Punggol

Sheltered courts

Play! Pickle Chai Chee

Outdoor courts

Each venue gives players different training conditions and match experiences.

Players may train indoors, in sheltered conditions, and outdoors to build adaptability across different playing environments.

For parents

Singapore Team Junior Pickleball is designed to support young athletes in a structured, positive, and development-focused environment.

Parents can expect:

  • Clear communication

  • Transparent selection criteria

  • Safe and supervised training

  • Development-focused coaching

  • Age-appropriate competition exposure

  • A positive team culture

  • Honest feedback on player progress

We believe junior sport should build better players and better people.

The aim is to help children grow in confidence, discipline, resilience, teamwork, and love for the game.

For visiting junior teams

Singapore Team Junior Pickleball welcomes opportunities to host visiting junior teams for friendly matches and team exchanges in Singapore.

Possible formats include:

  • Singles matches

  • Doubles matches

  • Mixed doubles matches

  • Team relay formats

  • Junior social play

  • Friendly post-match gatherings

These exchanges give young players the chance to compete, connect, and learn from other juniors from around the region.

Teams interested in arranging a junior friendly may contact Play! Pickle.

Interested in joining?

We are looking for promising junior players who are ready to train, compete, and grow.

Parents may register interest for:

  • Upcoming trials

  • Play! Pickle Junior Cup

  • Future junior competition opportunities

  • Overseas tournament updates

Complete the form below and our team will contact you with the next available trial, tournament, or assessment opportunity.

Training Venues

  • Serangoon

    5 air-con pickleball courts

    756 Upper Serangoon Rd, #04-27, S(534626)

  • Punggol

    6 sheltered pickleball courts + 1 outdoor court

    10 Tebing Lane, Singapore 828836

  • Chai Chee

    4 outdoor pickleball courts

    8th Floor, Chai Chee Road, 750A, S(469001)