Eugenie Bouchard Joins Phoenix Flames: Eugenie Bouchard, the Canadian tennis and pickleball star, was unexpectedly drafted by Major League Pickleball’s New Jersey 5s just days after being acquired in the MLP Challenger Level Free Agency Draft. However, on March 5, Bouchard was traded to the Phoenix Flames, alongside cash considerations, while the 5s received Meghan Dizon.
Bouchard’s Reaction to the Trade
Upon learning of her trade, Bouchard took to Twitter to share her reaction with a playful three-word comment: “Okay woah whiplash.” The player also joked about her brief time with the New Jersey 5s, humorously commenting on her “three-day stint” with the team.
The Online Fun Continues
When an account posted about her brief tenure with the New Jersey 5s, asking, “What was your favorite memory of Genie Bouchard with the New Jersey 5’s?” a playful response followed from another user: “Once a 5 always a 5! @geniebouchard.” Bouchard joined in the banter, responding, “Hahaha even for 3 days without hitting a ball?”
Bouchard’s Career in Pickleball
Bouchard, who signed a three-year deal with the PPA Tour in 2023, has made her mark in pickleball. The PPA Tour merged with Major League Pickleball in 2024, further boosting Bouchard’s involvement in the sport. Her appearance at the Pickleball Slam 3 exhibition event added to her growing recognition in the pickleball community.
News in Brief: Eugenie Bouchard Joins Phoenix Flames
Eugenie Bouchard was drafted by the New Jersey 5s in Major League Pickleball, only to be traded to the Phoenix Flames a few days later. Bouchard reacted humorously to the trade and joked about her short time with the 5s. She continues to grow her presence in the sport following her PPA Tour deal.
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