Pickleball has experienced rapid growth across Southern Alberta, and Pickle Point is proud to be part of this exciting development. As more players join the sport, quality leveled play becomes essential—not only for fairness and enjoyment, but also to help players improve through appropriate challenges and opportunities.

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To support player growth and ensure competitive balance, Pickle Point uses an official club rating system as part of the regional initiative known as the Lethbridge, Coaldale, and Area Rating System. (LCARS)

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Goals of the Rating System

At Pickle Point, our player rating system is designed to:

• Provide players with insight into their skill level and areas for growth

• Ensure players are placed in appropriate leveled play and events

• Support a clear and consistent pathway for improvement and advancement

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Note: Pickle Point Club Ratings are intended for recreational club play and are not recognized for sanctioned tournament use.

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Pickle Point's Role in Player Ratings

As of 2025, all re-assessments are conducted exclusively by the coaching team at Pickle Point Centre. We are the designated assessment site for members looking to move up a level in the LCARS rating system.

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Getting Rated at Pickle Point

New Players at Pickle Point can receive a preliminary rating through one of the following methods:

• Automatically assigned an initial rating of 2.75 upon joining

• Completing a Pickle Point clinic that clearly states a rating will be provided (maximum rating awarded through lessons: 3.5)

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Re-Assessment Process

Players who already have a Club Member Rating (from Lethbridge Pickleball Club, Coaldale Pickleball Club, LSCO, or through LCARS) and wish to be evaluated for a higher level may do so through Pickle Point’s re-assessment process:

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1. Self-select your target level and review the assessment criteria (available below)

2. Book a re-assessment session through Court Reserve

3. Demonstrate the required skills during the assessment session:

• If minimum standards are met: the new rating is awarded

• If not: the player retains their current rating and may re-test later

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Re-assessments are conducted in a supportive, constructive environment designed to help players succeed.

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Participating in Leveled Play at Pickle Point​

After July 2025, only players with an official Club Rating may participate in Leveled Play or rating-restricted events at Pickle Point. Players without a Club Rating are welcome in Open Play, Practice Sessions, or Drills & Skills, or any other that are not Leveled Play events.

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Already have an official rating? 

Send us a screenshot or other form of evidence to: diego@picklepointcentre.com