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Stay informed with the latest buzz in Major League Pickleball through our MLP News category. From thrilling tournament results and rising stars to groundbreaking initiatives and community events, we bring you up-to-the-minute updates on all the action from the MLP courts. Major League Pickleball revolutionizes the sport with its dynamic team-based format, aiming to elevate pickleball by creating an engaging, competitive, and entertaining league. Founded in 2021, the league has rapidly gained popularity, setting a new standard for professional pickleball. With a unique format, including drafts and trades, and a season culminating in the MLP Championship, the league showcases top talent and provides unforgettable moments for fans. Through community partnerships and youth programs, MLP is committed to growing the sport and fostering inclusivity.

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The Dink’s Minor League Pickleball Grows with Stops in Seven States

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Dink’s Minor League Pickleball Grows: The Dink Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) is expanding its reach across the United States with a series of upcoming events. Players from various regions will have the chance to compete in team-based matches as...

The Dink MiLP Launches in China, Bringing a New Competitive Format

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Dink MiLP Launches in China: The Dink Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) has made its debut in China, marking a significant milestone for the sport. Led by Full Send Pickleball and Track Ops Media, in partnership with DUPR and The...

Minor League Pickleball Announces Canadian Debut in British Columbia and Ontario

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Minor League Pickleball Announces Canadian Debut: Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) is bringing its innovative team-based format to Canada, marking a major expansion for the league. The move introduces a competitive and fast-paced style of play that has gained popularity...

MLP Confirms 2025 Schedule with Five Events and a Mid-Season Tournament

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MLP Confirms 2025 Schedule: Major League Pickleball (MLP) has unveiled its official 2025 schedule for both the Premier Level and Challenger Level teams. The league confirmed that each of the 16 Premier Level and six Challenger Level teams will...

Dink Minor League Pickleball Tournament Set for February 2025 at Lost Pines Club

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The Dink Minor League Pickleball tournament will take place on February 15-16, 2025, at the Lost Pines Pickleball Club in Bastrop, Texas. Registration for the event closed on February 10, with a $70 fee per player for team registration. Exciting...

Major League Pickleball Trade Window Closes Soon: Teams Finalizing Rosters for 2025 Season

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Major League Pickleball Trade Window: Major League Pickleball (MLP) continues to see roster shakeups during Trade Window #1, with multiple teams making moves ahead of the February 15 deadline. The latest trade on February 11 saw the Orlando Squeeze acquire...

Blockbuster Major League Pickleball Trade Shakes Up Rosters Ahead of Key Keeper Deadline

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Major League Pickleball Trade: Major League Pickleball saw its third trade of the 2025 season on Tuesday, as the Orlando Squeeze and Phoenix Flames (formerly Arizona Drive) exchanged multiple players in a roster shake-up. Orlando acquired Dylan Frazier and...

MLP 2025 Rules Reshape the League, Brings Bold Changes to Team Strategies

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MLP 2025 Rules Reshape the League: The 2025 Major League Pickleball (MLP) season will feature significant changes, including a rule requiring players to have a contract with the United Pickleball Association (UPA) to compete. Additionally, all teams must release...

Columbus Sliders Honor Women in Sports with Parris Todd and Callie Jo Smith

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Columbus Sliders Honor Women in Sports: The Columbus Sliders honored National Women in Sports Day by featuring team players Parris Todd and Callie Jo Smith. The two athletes shared their excitement and support for women in sports through a social...

Frisco Pandas Relocate to Nashville: A New Era Begins for Major League Pickleball

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Frisco Pandas Relocate to Nashville: The Frisco Pandas have announced their move to Nashville, TN, marking a significant change for the franchise. The relocation aims to enhance fan engagement and leverage Nashville’s vibrant culture. Additionally, the team will host...

MLP Team Event Arrives in Bristol for a Thrilling Day of Pickleball Battles

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MLP Team Event Arrives in Bristol: Bristol, TN, will host the MLP Team Event on February 23, 2025, at the Bristol Sportsplex. Organized by Bristol Sportsplex, this tournament promises an exciting day of pickleball competition, where players can learn...

MLP Team Pickleball Event Returns to Bon Aqua for Its 2nd Edition Competition

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The 2nd MLP Team Pickleball Event will take place from February 14-16, 2025, at Paddle Creek Pickleball Resort in Bon Aqua, Tennessee. The tournament invites teams of two men and two women to compete in six exciting divisions, offering...

D.C. Pickleball Team Launches Road to Minors Tournament Series for Local Players

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The D.C. Pickleball Team (DCPT) has joined forces with Down the Line Sports Center (DTL) to introduce the Road to Minors (RTM) Tournament Series, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at local amateur pickleball players. This new program will allow D.C.-area...

A New Era for St. Louis Shock, Launches MiLP Teams and Appoints John Kleinschmidt

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A New Era for St. Louis Shock: The St. Louis Shock of Major League Pickleball (MLP) announced two significant developments: the formation of teams for the 2025 season of Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) and the appointment of John Kleinschmidt...

St. Louis Shock Hosts Successful Minor League Tryouts at The Pickleball Factory

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St. Louis Shock Hosts Successful Minor League: Pickleball’s popularity continues to grow, leading to a minor league tryout hosted by “The Pickleball Factory” for the St. Louis Shock. This major league team aims to develop talent and engage more...

Major League Pickleball Plans to Become Profitable by 2025, Expanding with New Franchises in 2026

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Major League Pickleball Plans to Become Profitable: Major League Pickleball (MLP) is on track to become profitable by the end of this year and plans to expand shortly. The league aims to reach average profitability for individual teams by...

Utah Black Diamonds Drops Genie Bouchard but Keeps Key Players for Upcoming Season

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Utah Black Diamonds Drops Genie Bouchard: Utah’s pickleball team, known for its smart spending, is poised for another competitive season. The team plans to keep Tyler Loong ($29,000) and Connor Garnett ($70,000) as cost-effective options. Alix Truong will also...

Orlando Squeeze Faces Tough Choice: Dizon or David for Player Retention

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Orlando Squeeze Faces Tough Choice: Orlando, once a promising team, struggled last year despite having a strong roster. The team must make key decisions regarding player retention, particularly between Meghan Dizon and Vivienne David, as they look to improve...

Carolina Pickleball Team Retains Ben Johns, Drops Collin Johns for Roster Improvement

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Carolina Pickleball Team Retains Ben Johns: The Carolina pickleball team plans to keep star player Ben Johns for $420,000 but will drop Collin Johns. This decision follows a lackluster performance in MLP 2024, with the team now focusing on...

Arizona Drive Retains Andrei Daescu, Drops Irvine, and Considers Frazier Trade

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Arizona Drive Retains Andrei Daescu: he Arizona pickleball team will retain Andrei Daescu for $265,000. However, they plan to drop Jessie Irvine, while considering a trade for Dylan Frazier. The team aims to enhance its roster ahead of the...
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