Pickleball has exploded in popularity across intercollegiate athletics, and nowhere is that growth more evident than right here in St. George, UT, home of the #1 collegiate pickleball team in America and the world. As global champions, Utah Tech Pickleball has become the standard of excellence, elevating the sport’s national profile and proving what high-caliber collegiate athletes can accomplish in this rapidly emerging discipline.
The sport’s rise is driven by its accessibility, year-round playability, and its unique blend of strategic depth and fast-paced action. Pickleball is easy for new players to learn yet demands advanced technical skill and tactical mastery at the elite level—making it the perfect fit for ambitious collegiate competitors. Its low-impact nature also appeals to student-athletes seeking a sustainable, high-skill sport with long-term health benefits.
As more universities expand their programming to include pickleball, Utah Tech continues to define what excellence in collegiate pickleball looks like, as they continue to trailblaze the pace for the nation and inspiring the next generation of high-performance players.
Brayden Pickett
Club Coordinator
Email: brayden.pickett@utahtech.edu
Phone: 4358794318
Office: HPC223