Major League Pickleball 2025 Season: The Major League Pickleball (MLP) has announced its 2025 schedule, which will include 10 regular season events from April to August, a return of the Beer City Open mid-season tournament, playoffs in mid-late August, and a standalone MLP Cup in November. All events will be held in MLP host cities, marking a departure from last year’s multiple-city format. The season will feature six consecutive weeks of competition from June 29th to August 3rd, which could present a challenging travel schedule for players.
MLP’s 2025 Season Overview
In 2025, MLP will hold 10 regular season events, all in host cities with official MLP connections. This will provide more consistency compared to last year when some events were held in cities without direct MLP ties.
Players will face a tough schedule, with six straight weeks of events in the summer. The season will run from April to August, culminating in playoffs in mid-late August. After the regular season, the MLP Cup will be a standalone event in November, marking the end of the season.
The decision to focus all events in MLP host cities shows a shift in how the league is managing its calendar, potentially making it easier for fans and teams to track events. Rumors also suggest the PPA may take a break during the summer, allowing MLP to have a more traditional “season.
Dreamland’s Closing Marks a New Chapter
Meanwhile, Dreamland, the Austin venue that played a key role in the birth of professional pickleball, will close at the end of 2024. Dreamland was the site of the first two MLP events and became a cornerstone of the Austin pickleball scene. The venue provided not only a place to compete but also housing for rising stars in the sport who wanted to fully dedicate themselves to pickleball.
Dreamland’s closure marks the end of an era for Austin’s pickleball community. The venue had a significant impact on the sport, offering players a place to train and compete in the early days of professional pickleball.
The Impact on the Sport and What’s Next
MLP’s new 2025 schedule could bring increased visibility and excitement to the sport as it continues to grow. However, the intense travel schedule could pose challenges for players as they balance competition with travel and recovery. The league’s shift to host cities may help increase fan engagement, offering a more consistent experience for fans across the country.
The closing of Dreamland is a reminder of how quickly the professional pickleball scene is evolving. Though Dreamland will close its doors, its influence on the sport remains significant. The 2025 MLP season, with its packed schedule and new format, will continue to push the sport’s boundaries and attract new fans and players.
News in Brief: Major League Pickleball 2025 Season
The 2025 Major League Pickleball season will feature 10 regular season events, including a mid-season Beer City Open and the MLP Cup in November. All events will be held in host cities, simplifying the schedule. Dreamland, an iconic Austin venue, will close at the end of 2024, marking a new chapter for the sport.
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