Texas Ranchers’ MLP Austin Showdown: The Texas Ranchers will host a Major League Pickleball (MLP) event at the Austin Pickle Ranch from May 23 to May 26, 2025. This four-day tournament is part of the 2025 MLP season and is expected to draw over 10,000 fans. The Texas Ranchers will compete on their home court, aiming to earn a spot in the MLP Playoffs scheduled for August.
Top Teams and Famous Owners to Compete
Austin is the third stop in this year’s MLP season, which includes ten events nationwide. The home team, Texas Ranchers, will face top Premier-level teams in a 16-team field. These matches are important because teams collect points toward qualifying for the championship event, the Pritchard Cup.
The list of competing teams includes some famous names. Mark Cuban owns the Dallas Flash. Patrick Mahomes leads the Miami Pickleball Club. Gary Vaynerchuk supports the New Jersey 5s. The Orlando Squeeze, owned by the DeVos family, will also take part.
“Pickleball is now core to Austin’s culture. Alongside Austin’s leaders, we have worked hard to make Austin the Capital of Pickleball and are excited to host a Texas-sized party over Memorial Day Weekend, featuring the best players in the world at MLP Austin for the first time.” said Evan Floersch, Principal Owner of the Texas Ranchers.
Affordable Tickets and Big Weekend Plans
Tickets for the event are now available. A one-day grounds pass starts at $25. A four-day pass costs $80. Courtside seats start at $40 per day, or $130 for all four days. VIP tickets range from $250 to $750.
In addition to matches, there will be fun activities for all ages. These include a family-friendly sports village, tasty food vendors, a bark park for dogs, and a beach volleyball tournament hosted by AVP on Saturday and Sunday. Fans can also enjoy live music at night and book private pickleball suites.
“We want to do our part in making Austin one of the strongest sports and entertainment markets in the country, building on the incredible work done by Texas Athletics, Austin FC, COTA, and both the Austin Gamblers and Austin Rodeo organizations. When Texans look at their Memorial Day Weekend plans every year, we hope they choose to spend it watching their home team fight for a Championship and enjoy the best local food, drinks, and live entertainment Austin has to offer. Our goal in Year One is to wow everyone.” – (Evan Floersch)
Why This Event Matters
The Texas Ranchers’ home event is more than just a sports tournament—it helps grow pickleball in Austin and across the country. With high-level players, popular teams, and a big crowd expected, the event will likely raise the city’s profile in the pickleball sport. If successful, this tournament could make Austin a regular host city for top pickleball events in the future.
News in Brief: Texas Ranchers’ MLP Austin Showdown
The Texas Ranchers will host a four-day Major League Pickleball tournament at Austin Pickle Ranch from May 23 to May 26, 2025. The event features top teams, famous owners, and live entertainment. Over 10,000 fans are expected, with tickets starting at $25. The Ranchers aim to secure a playoff spot.
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