MLPlay and UTR-P: Pickleball is growing fast, and new formats and systems are making the game better for everyone. The MLPlay format is one such change. It brings men and women together in one match, uses both gender and mixed doubles, and ends with an exciting DreamBreaker if needed.
A new scoring system rewards every effort, and playoffs are set in top cities like San Diego and New York. Along with this, the UTR-P Rating offers fair and trusted rankings for players of all levels. These updates aim to create fairer games, help players improve, and make the sport more fun and exciting.
MLPlay Format Levels the Playing Field
MLPlay is a match format that includes both men and women. Each match has four games—two gender doubles and two mixed doubles. If teams are tied 2-2, a singles tiebreaker called the DreamBreaker is used to decide the winner.
This format gives both genders equal chances to win and makes teamwork a key skill. It brings energy and fairness to every match.
Scoring System Rewards Every Effort
MLP matches will award up to three points. A team that wins without a DreamBreaker gets 3 points. If the team wins through a DreamBreaker, they earn 2 points. The losing team in a DreamBreaker still gets 1 point. Teams that lose without forcing a DreamBreaker get 0. These points help track progress through the season and keep matches meaningful.
Playoffs Set for August in San Diego, New York
At the end of the regular season, top teams in both levels will qualify for the MLP Playoffs. The first two rounds will take place in San Diego. The Semifinals and Finals will then be held in New York City. This gives teams a big goal to aim for and fans something to look forward to.
New Hybrid Scoring Brings Speed and Clarity
In 2025, doubles games will use side-out scoring. Games will go to 11 points and must be won by at least two points. This format helps games move at a steady pace and rewards consistency.
DreamBreakers will continue to use rally scoring. These will go to 21 points, with players switching every four points. The freeze rule will still apply at game point, and matches must be won on serve.
UTR-P Rating Offers Trusted, Global Accuracy
UTR Sports has built trusted rating systems for over 10 years. The UTR-P Rating uses results only from official matches. This means players can’t fake or inflate their scores. The rating shows true skill levels in both singles and doubles, using verified results from actual play.
This system works quickly and updates every 24 hours. It helps players improve by giving them better feedback. It is also easy to understand for all skill levels, from beginners to pros.
Reliable Scores for Players of All Levels
The UTR-P Rating gives players a score from 1.0 to 10.0. If a player does not have enough match history, they get a temporary score from P1 to P5. These are based on early games and are updated as more results come in.
The rating helps players see where they stand and who they should play against. It separates ratings for singles and doubles and also shows whether the matches are verified.
Why APP Chose UTR-P Over Others
- UTR Sports has over a decade of experience in building world-class comprehensive global ratings.
- No sandbagging allowed! Unlike other ratings, you cannot manipulate the Verified UTR-P Rating as it only takes in results from organized play according to verified rules.
- Easy to use, quick to get a fully reliable, and simple to understand.
- More granular and more real-time, the UTR-P Rating has a strong connected pool of results updating every 24 hours.
- UTR Pickleball Rating is fully integrated into the most comprehensive and best-in-breed event, tournament, and league software.
- Effective at all skill levels, from beginner to professional.
Helping Players Grow and Play Fair
The UTR-P Rating helps the sport grow by making it fairer and more accurate. It also helps match players with the right skill level, leading to better games and faster improvement. As more tournaments use UTR-P, players can expect a better experience across all events. This move by APP is a major step to support player development and trust in rankings.
News in Brief: MLPlay and UTR-P
MLPlay format and UTR-P Rating system in pickleball. It highlights fair match formats, new scoring rules, playoffs, and accurate player ratings. The goal is to boost fairness, speed, and player development, making competitions more exhilarating and helping players improve through trusted, verified results.
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