Panama Canal Cup
Pickleball Tournament
Panama’s First International Pickleball Tournament
January 21-25 2026
Welcome to the 2026 Panama Canal Cup
Come join us for a tropical pickleball experience where North and South America connect.
The tournament will take place in beautiful Panama City, Panama—just a few miles from the world-famous Panama Canal. Known as a global hub for banking, business, and logistics, Panama City boasts one of the most impressive skylines in the world, ranking 5th globally for skyscrapers per capita.
Panama is a hidden gem, offering lush rainforests, world-class fishing, volcanoes, stunning beaches, and extraordinary biodiversity. It's also the only country in the world where you can drive from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean in less than an hour.
Divisions
Senior Professional
*Led by US national champions Paul Olin & Lee Sponaugle
Open
Beginner/Intermediate
Senior men’s & women’s
Events
Men’s Doubles
Women’s Doubles
Mixed Doubles
Men’s Singles
Women’s Singles
Think you’ve got what it takes? At the Panama Canal Cup, any team that takes down one of our senior pro teams will earn a cash bounty. Bring your best game — the pros are waiting.
Introducing the
Bounty Program
Beat a Senior Pro team and earn a cash bounty
$5000 in Prizes
Top finishing teams in the open division will receive cash prizes.
Top finishers in the intermediate division will receive high quality gear, tickets to local experiences and other great prizes
Contact Us
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