Vancouver Owls’ CNPL Victory: The Vancouver Owls beat the London Smash Pickleball Club 3-2 on Sunday, May 18, at Smash Pickleball in London, Ontario. The match was part of the 2025 Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) Central Split. The Owls secured the win after five close games.
Back-and-Forth Battle on the Court
The game scores showed a tight competition between the two teams. The Vancouver Owls, with players Armaan Jiwa Mawji, Ava Weeks, Christina Chin, and Caelan Sampson, won the first, fourth, and fifth games.
The London Smash Pickleball Club, featuring Jessica Kawamoto, Preston Gordon, Ryan Torresin, and Serena Smith, won the second and third games.
| Game | Vancouver Owls | London Smash Pickleball Club |
|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | 21 | 18 |
| Game 2 | 14 | 21 |
| Game 3 | 8 | 21 |
| Game 4 | 21 | 17 |
| Game 5 | 21 | 16 |
| Total Games Won | 3 | 2 |
| Outcome | Win | Loss |
What This Means for Both Teams
The Vancouver Owls’ victory gives them a strong position in the 2025 CNPL Central Split standings. The close games show both teams are skilled and competitive. The London Smash Pickleball Club will likely work hard to bounce back in future matches as the league continues.
News in Brief: Vancouver Owls’ CNPL Victory
On May 18, the Vancouver Owls defeated the London Smash Pickleball Club 3-2 at Smash Pickleball in London, Ontario. The teams split the first four games, but Vancouver won the final game to take the match. The close score reflects the strong competition in the 2025 CNPL Central Split.