Major League Pickleball 2025 TV Coverage: Major League Pickleball will get more screen time in 2025. Thanks to a new partnership with Gray Media, local fans in Atlanta, Carolina, Columbus, and St. Louis can now watch MLP matches on local TV networks during the season, starting in late April.
Expanded Coverage for Key Markets
On Tuesday, MLP and Gray Media announced local broadcast deals to expand access in team markets. Matches for the Atlanta Bouncers, Carolina Hogs, Columbus Sliders, and St. Louis Shock will air on regional networks in and around each team’s home city.
The coverage begins with MLP Orlando (April 24–27) and continues with MLP Columbus (May 1–4). Broadcasts will also complement full event coverage on Pickleballtv and the Pickleballtv App.
Broadcast Schedule Highlights
Atlanta Bouncers fans can tune into Peachtree Sports Network for:
Sat., Apr. 26, 2 p.m. ET vs. New Jersey 5s
Fri., May 2, 4 p.m. ET vs. Chicago Slice
Sun., May 4, 2:30 p.m. ET vs. Columbus Sliders
Carolina Hogs will appear on the Palmetto Entertainment and Sports Network:
Sat., Apr. 26, Noon ET vs. Dallas Flash
Fri., May 2, 2 p.m. ET vs. Orlando Squeeze
Columbus Sliders matches will be on Rock Entertainment Sports Network:
Fri., Apr. 25, Noon ET vs. Dallas Flash
Sat., May 3, 2 p.m. ET vs. St. Louis Shock
Sun., May 4, 2:30 p.m. ET vs. Atlanta Bouncers
St. Louis Shock games will air on Matrix Midwest:
Sun., Apr. 27, 11 a.m. ET vs. D.C. Pickleball Team
Thurs., May 1, 4 p.m. ET vs. Atlanta Bouncers
Sat., May 3, 2 p.m. ET vs. Columbus Sliders
Supporting the Growing Fan Base
The partnership reflects growing excitement around the sport and aims to reach more households.
“Growth in pickleball has been incredible over the past few years with the sport now being played by over 20 million people,” said Samin Odhwani, UPA Chief Strategy Officer.
“We are excited to continue serving that audience and others by bringing Major League Pickleball to the masses and working with an incredible partner like Gray Media to serve fan bases in our local MLP team markets.” – (Odhwani)
MLP says full match schedules and extra broadcast info will be shared about 30 days before each event. Viewers are advised to check local listings for times and channels.
What It Means for the Sport
This partnership will likely increase the visibility of MLP teams and help build stronger fan communities in key regions. With millions already playing the sport, this move makes it even easier for fans to stay connected. As the season continues, more cities could be added to the coverage list.
News in Brief: Major League Pickleball 2025 TV Coverage
MLP and Gray Media announced local TV deals for the 2025 season, giving fans in Atlanta, Carolina, Columbus, and St. Louis new access to watch team matches. Starting with MLP Orlando in April, the broadcasts aim to grow local fanbases. Full schedules will be released 30 days before events.
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