On 19 July 2025, SM City East Ortigas will host the climactic SM Pickleball SuperSeries Battle of Champions—the finale of this year’s SM Pickleball SuperSeries. Presented by Toby’s Sports in partnership with the Pickleball Champions League Asia (PCLA), the single-day showdown will feature the three advanced-division champions from the SuperSeries legs at SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, and SM North Edsa (April–June 2025) plus one wildcard team. The winner lifts the national crown and secures an all-expense-paid berth to the PCLA Finals in Shenzhen, China.
What the Champions Win
- Prize: A fully funded slot at the PCLA Finals, 9–10 August 2025, at the Ramsports Pickleball Stadium, Shenzhen
- Covered: Round-trip airfare, hotel accommodation, and pocket money, courtesy of Toby’s Sports and event partners
About the Pickleball Champions League Asia
Co-founded by Steve Kuhn—Founder of Major League Pickleball and the global DUPR rating system—the Pickleball Champions League Asia is a premier continental competition for amateur pickleball, bringing together top club teams from Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
“We believe Asia will be one of the most exciting growth engines for pickleball in the next decade, and the Philippines is quickly becoming a key player in that movement,” - Steve Kuhn
“We’re thrilled to partner with Toby’s Sports to bring this opportunity to life and can’t wait to welcome the best amateur Filipino team to Shenzhen.”
Free Admission and Fan-Centric Fun
Admission is free. Spectators can:
- Watch every rally from the opening heats through the evening trophy presentation
- Join interactive booths by sponsors such as Adidas, Selkirk, Smart Sports, Puso Pilipinas, and Polland Hopia
- Shop exclusive event-only gear drops and promotions
“We’re incredibly excited to partner with PCLA to elevate our local champions onto the Asian stage,” - Toby Claudio, President of Toby’s Sports
“This Battle of Champions is more than just a competition — it’s a celebration of passion, progress, and the growing pickleball movement in the Philippines.”
Why This Finale Matters
- Direct route to Asia’s top amateur stage – Winners qualify for the PCLA Finals.
- High-visibility mall venue – A bustling SM mall setting invites thousands of casual shoppers to discover pickleball.
- Regional integration – The PCLA partnership locks Philippine pickleball into the wider Asian calendar, giving local athletes a clear competitive pathway.
Key Event Details
Event: SM Pickleball SuperSeries Battle of Champions (2025 Finale)
Date: Saturday, 19 July 2025
Venue: SM City East Ortigas, Pasig City
Schedule: Full-day event; detailed match times will be announced by Toby’s Sports closer to the date
Admission: Free
Stay Updated
Bracket updates, match schedules, and player announcements will be posted on the official social channels of Toby’s Sports and Pickleball Philippines as the finale approaches!
