Carolina Hogs vs Dallas Flash: The Carolina Hogs are set to face the Dallas Flash on Saturday, April 26, in the opening match of the 2025 Major League Pickleball season at MLP Orlando. The match will take place on Toray Championship Court, with both teams revealing their starting lineups ahead of the game.
Season Begins at MLP Orlando
The 2025 MLP season officially kicks off this week at the USTA National Campus in Orlando. Teams from across the league have gathered to compete in the first event of the season. The Carolina Hogs will aim to earn their first win. Meanwhile, the Dallas Flash begin their title defense after winning last season’s Premier level championship.
Lineups for Carolina vs. Dallas
The Carolina Hogs and Dallas Flash released their matchups for Saturday’s contest. Four doubles matches will be played, including women’s, men’s, and two mixed doubles events.
| Match Type | Carolina Hogs (CAR) | Dallas Flash (DAL) |
|---|---|---|
| Women’s Doubles | Kaitlyn Christian / Tamaryn Emmrich | Tyra Black / Jorja Johnson |
| Men’s Doubles | Ben Johns / Collin Johns | JW Johnson / Augie Ge |
| Mixed Doubles 1 | Tamaryn Emmrich / Ben Johns | Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson |
| Mixed Doubles 2 | Kaitlyn Christian / Collin Johns | Tyra Black / Augie Ge |
Teams Prepare for High-Level Battle
The Hogs come in with a strong lineup, including Ben and Collin Johns, two of the top men’s players in the league. Tamaryn Emmrich and Kaitlyn Christian lead their women’s side. Dallas, the reigning champions, field a tough roster. Jorja and JW Johnson headline a balanced squad, joined by Tyra Black and Augie Ge.
What’s at Stake
For Carolina, a win would provide a strong start and momentum. For Dallas, it’s a chance to show they’re still the team to beat. With top players on both sides, fans expect a fast-paced and exciting showdown to start the season.
News in Brief: Carolina Hogs vs Dallas Flash
The Carolina Hogs will face the defending champions Dallas Flash on Saturday in the first match of the 2025 MLP season at USTA National Campus. Key matchups include top players like Ben Johns and Jorja Johnson. Both teams revealed lineups ahead of a high-stakes season opener on Toray Court.
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