CNPL Central Split Highlights: The Central Split of the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) wrapped up with exciting and competitive matches that took place over the weekend. The event featured top Canadian teams and new players, held in front of enthusiastic fans who witnessed some of the best pickleball action ever seen in Canada.
Canada Raises the Bar in Pickleball
The 2025 CNPL Central Split brought an intense level of play from the first match. Teams battled hard, showing how much the sport has grown. The games were full of exciting moments, close scores, and long rallies. The high energy from the players and fans showed that pickleball is rising fast in Canada.
Young Players Make Big Debuts
This year’s event wasn’t only about the top-ranked players. It also introduced fresh talent to the CNPL. Players like Max Wild, Armaan Jiwa Mawji, Stevie Petropouleas, Jacob Bolkowy, Audrey Yeung, and Jada Bui played in the league for the first time. Their strong performances proved they are future stars to watch.
Results from the Central Split
The Central Split was packed with tight matches and key wins for teams:
- The Montreal Lions, champions from Season 2, won all six of their matches. Their team featured Stevie Petropouleas, who became the youngest player in CNPL history.
- Toronto United Pickleball Club had two strong 4-0 victories, one over the Northern Lights Ontario Pickleball and another against the Detroit-Windsor Drive.
- The Prairie Pronghorns bounced back from two 0-4 losses with an exciting 3-1 win against the Southwestern Ontario Brewers.
- The Vancouver Owls and the London Smash Pickleball Club, who played in their home city, also had standout moments on the court.
Every team showed they could compete, and many matches were close. The competition showed that the race for this year’s CNPL title is wide open.
More Action Ahead in the Eastern Split
Fans can look forward to the 2025 CNPL Eastern Split happening on June 7-8, 2025. It will take place at the Royal Westcourt Social Club in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec. Fans can buy tickets to watch the event in person.
For those who can’t attend, the matches will be shown live on Game+ Network. The network is the official broadcaster of the CNPL and will air all the games on cable, satellite, IPTV, and streaming platforms like FUBO.
Pickleball’s Popularity Continues to Grow
The Central Split showed just how far pickleball has come in Canada. With top-level matches, new young stars, and more fans than ever, the sport is moving forward fast. The rest of the CNPL season promises even more exciting games and great moments.
News in Brief: CNPL Central Split Highlights
The 2025 CNPL Central Split ended with high-level play and standout debuts by new players. The Montreal Lions stayed undefeated, and all teams showed strong efforts. The next big event, the Eastern Split, takes place June 7–8, 2025. Fans can watch live in Quebec or tune in through Game+ Network.