Detroit-Windsor Drive’s CNPL Victory: The Detroit-Windsor Drive secured a hard-fought 3-2 win against the London Smash Pickleball Club on Sunday, May 18, 2025, during the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) Central Split. The match took place at Smash Pickleball in London, Ontario, and was one of the day’s closest contests.
Tense Battle Between Well-Matched Teams
The Detroit-Windsor Drive team included Alexis Contratto, Audrey Yeung, Jonas Dähler, and Wesley Gabrielsen. Representing the London Smash Pickleball Club were Jessica Kawamoto, Preston Gordon, Ryan Torresin, and Stella Li. The five-game match saw intense competition.
Game | Detroit-Windsor Drive | London Smash Pickleball Club |
---|---|---|
Game 1 | 20 | 21 |
Game 2 | 21 | 18 |
Game 3 | 21 | 19 |
Game 4 | 11 | 21 |
Game 5 | 21 | 18 |
Total Games Won | 3 | 2 |
Outcome | Win | Loss |
A Close Match With Big Implications
The narrow win by the Detroit-Windsor Drive boosts their confidence and standing in the CNPL. Every game in this match was competitive, showing the strong skill levels on both sides. The London Smash Pickleball Club showed resilience and will look to bounce back in future matches.
News in Brief: Detroit-Windsor Drive’s CNPL Victory
On May 18, 2025, the Detroit-Windsor Drive defeated the London Smash Pickleball Club 3-2 during the 2025 CNPL Central Split at Smash Pickleball in London, Ontario. Jonas Dähler and Wesley Gabrielsen helped lead the Drive to a close victory in five games. Both teams played well in this tight matchup.