Night Owls Secure Season Opener with DreamBreaker Win: In an exciting start to their 2024 season at the MLP tournament in Washington, D.C., the Las Vegas Night Owls grabbed victory in an exciting DreamBreaker against the Brooklyn Aces, setting a winning tone for their campaign.
The Night Owls, guided by Chao Yi (Zoey) Wang, Judit Castillo, Mohaned Alhouni, and Anderson Scarpa, faced a closely contested battle right from the start. The match remained evenly balanced, with each singles round tied at 4-4, resulting in both teams being deadlocked at 16-16 overall.
The crucial moment was when Scarpa turned the tide with three of the next four points against Daniel de la Rosa, pushing Las Vegas ahead 19-17. Castillo sealed the deal by scoring the final two points against Lina Padegimaite, securing a thrilling victory for the Night Owls.
While this victory marks the Night Owls’ first match of the season, it also served as a memorable debut for newcomers Wang and Alhouni in MLP competition. Wang, the No. 8 overall draft pick, expressed her excitement and nerves about stepping onto the MLP stage for the first time alongside her supportive teammates.
“I was kind of nervous for my first match, but it was really exciting with my teammates, I loved that they were cheering for me, and that helped me to just go for it.”–Wang
Looking ahead, Las Vegas will carry this momentum into their next challenge against the Florida Smash later Thursday evening, aiming to build on their opening success. Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Aces will regroup during their break until Saturday, gearing up to face the Miami Pickleball Club as they seek to bounce back from their narrow defeat to the Night Owls.
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News in Brief: Night Owls Secure Season Opener with DreamBreaker Win
The Las Vegas Night Owls kicked off their 2024 MLP season with an exciting DreamBreaker win over the Brooklyn Aces in Washington, D.C. Led by Chao Yi Wang, Judit Castillo, Mohaned Alhouni, and Anderson Scarpa, the Night Owls battled through a closely contested match, resulting in Scarpa’s crucial performance to secure a 21-17 win. Wang, making her MLP debut, expressed nerves and excitement amid strong team support. Las Vegas now prepares for their next match against the Florida Smash, aiming to maintain momentum, while the Brooklyn Aces regroup for their upcoming clash with the Miami Pickleball Club.
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