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Complete the form below to apply to be a Trailblazer. Applications close 22 February 2025.

"*" indicates required fields

First Name (as per passport)*

Last Name (as per passport)*

Preferred First Name

Gender*

Date of Birth (as per passport)*

Nationality (As per passport. If you have dual citizenship, please input your preferred Asian nationality.)*

Place of Residence (City, Country)*

Email*

Phone Number (include country code)

Social Media Handles (please list the platforms and relevant social media handles)

Pickleball Experience (Years, Months)*

Did someone from UPA Asia or its partner refer you to the program? If yes, please indicate their name and company.

Languages Spoken (please list all)

DUPR ID

DUPR Rating (Doubles/Singles)

Have you ever been a pro player of any racket sport?

Current Paddle

If you have an existing Paddle Sponsor, are you able and willing to switch brands?

Current Sponsors

Are you playing any upcoming tournaments prior to 1 March 2025? If yes, please list them including the dates and location

Are you interested to travel to trial tournaments in February? If yes, what is the furthest you would travel to?

If you are under 21, please provide the information of a legal guardian (Name, Phone Number, Email)

VIDEO UPLOADS: Film a selfie video introducing yourself, including your name, where you are from, your age, when did you start playing pickleball, why do you wish to apply, what are your goals, your other interests, and any relevant information about yourself.*

Max. file size: 300 MB.

Please provide links to any other supporting material (match videos, news articles, etc), or upload video files of matches and training at https://we.tl/r-6rynwJzoje

Content Policy/Privacy Policy*

I agree to the content policy and privacy policy

I confirm that I am able and willing to travel to the USA for up to 90 days of training and competition.*

I am under a Visa Waiver Program or have an existing visa for the USA, including tourist visa.*

I confirm that I am aware of my obligations to play on the PPA and MLP Asia circuit until the end of 2026 if selected. Should I fail to do so, UPA Asia shall reserve the right to seek compensation and penalty for all costs incurred by me as part of the program.*

By signing/typing your name below, you agree to the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and you certify that all information submitted through this electronic form is true and accurate. Without limiting the foregoing, you expressively agree:

I’ve read and agree to the Content Policy
I am over the age of 18
I have not signed any exclusive agreements with anyone else, or any other website(s) for the uploaded content
I understand that the program is subject to change at the sole discretion of UPA Asia
I have read and understand the requirements of the UPA Asia Trailblazers Program

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