2025 MLP Orlando Highlights: Day 4 of the 2025 Major League Pickleball (MLP) season in Orlando saw intense matches as teams fought for dominance. St. Louis Shock passed a tough test against the Brooklyn Pickleball Team, Chicago Slice struggled against Dallas Flash, and Columbus Sliders finished strong with a 4-0 sweep. The day ended with a heated battle between St. Louis and New Jersey 5s.
St. Louis Edges Brooklyn in Dramatic Finish
St. Louis faced a strong challenge from Brooklyn to start the day. The team swept the gender doubles matches but then lost both mixed ties. The match came down to the DreamBreaker, where St. Louis clinched the victory. This win marked a solid start for St. Louis as they moved into the season.
Dallas Dominates Chicago to Maintain Undefeated Streak
Chicago’s new lineup took on the defending champions, Dallas, in their first test of the season. Dallas showed their strength and swept through the match, maintaining an undefeated weekend. The Flash continued their strong performance, sending a message that they will be a force to reckon with this season.
Columbus Cruises to a Strong Finish
Columbus closed out Day 4 with their second 4-0 win of the day, this time over Miami Pickleball Club. Their dominant performance throughout the event showed that they are fully in form as they push toward the top of the standings. Columbus’ seamless victories reflected their growing confidence and unity as a team.
A Fiery Showdown Between St. Louis and New Jersey
The final match of the day was a highly anticipated rematch between the top two teams from last year, St. Louis and New Jersey. St. Louis emerged victorious with a 3-1 win, showcasing their strength. Tensions ran high during the match, especially in the mixed game, where Hayden Patriquin expressed frustration after repeated hits from Howells.
Anna Leigh Waters mistook Patriquin’s outrage as directed at her, adding fuel to the fiery exchanges. The intensity between the teams highlighted the competitive nature of the league.
Impact of Day 4
Day 4 reinforced St. Louis’ position as one of the top teams this season, with their victory over New Jersey proving they remain the stronger overall team. Columbus’ solid finish also added to their momentum, while Dallas continued their unbeaten streak. The fiery end to the day between St. Louis and New Jersey shows that the competition in MLP will only get fiercer as the season progresses.
News in Brief: 2025 MLP Orlando Highlights
St. Louis passed a tough test against Brooklyn and clinched a DreamBreaker victory. Dallas swept Chicago to stay undefeated, and Columbus finished with a dominant 4-0 win over Miami. The day ended with St. Louis beating New Jersey in a heated match full of tension.