The days of guessing your skill level or waiting months for tournament results to update your rating are over. Pickleball is entering a new era where artificial intelligence can watch you play and provide an objective, data-backed skill assessment in minutes.
Through a groundbreaking partnership between DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) and Pickleball Vision AI (PB Vision), players can now bridge the gap between their "on-paper" results and their actual on-court performance.
What is the DUPR x PB Vision Partnership?
Traditionally, your DUPR rating has been a "convergent" number. It moves up or down based on match results, the skill of your opponents, and the score, much like how Elo ratings are in chess. While highly accurate for competitive play, it doesn't always capture why you won or lost.
PB Vision changes the equation. By using secure, AI-powered video analysis, the platform looks at your mechanics, movement, and shot selection. This partnership allows players to:
- Onboard Faster: New players (NR - Not Rated) can receive an initial "DUPR AI Rating" simply by uploading gameplay video.
- Gain Deeper Insight: Existing players get a breakdown of who is carrying the team, who is being targeted, and how specific skills are impacting the final score.
- Composite Ratings: The two companies are exploring a "composite rating" that blends match results with AI-driven skill insights for the most accurate picture of a player’s ability ever created.
How It Works: From Video to Rating
Getting your AI-powered rating is a straightforward process designed for any player with a smartphone and a tripod.
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