Chicago Slice vs Carolina Hogs: The 2025 Major League Pickleball season continued with a key team contest between the Chicago Slice and the Carolina Hogs at MLP Columbus presented by The James at Ohio State. The match took place at Pickle & Chill in Columbus, Ohio, and featured four doubles matchups between the two teams.
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Women’s and Men’s Doubles Open Play
The day’s action started with women’s doubles. Callie Smith and Vivienne David represented the Chicago Slice. They faced Tamaryn Emmrich and Zoey Weil of the Carolina Hogs.
In men’s doubles, James Ignatowich and Max Freeman teamed up for the Chicago Slice. They competed against Martin Emmrich and Ross Whittaker from the Carolina Hogs. These matches helped set the tone for the team contest.
Mixed Doubles Wraps Up the Match
Two mixed doubles matches followed. In the first, Callie Smith and Max Freeman played for the Chicago Slice against Zoey Weil and Ross Whittaker from the Carolina Hogs.
The final match featured Vivienne David and James Ignatowich representing the Chicago Slice. They faced Tamaryn Emmrich and Martin Emmrich of the Carolina Hogs. Each match carried weight in the overall team score.
Why This Match Matters
Both the Chicago Slice and the Carolina Hogs are working to improve their records this season. Every point matters in the MLP standings, so each doubles matchup can affect playoff chances.
With talented players like Callie Smith, Vivienne David, James Ignatowich, and Martin Emmrich involved, the level of play was high. The result of this contest could shift the momentum for both teams as the season continues.
News in Brief: Chicago Slice vs Carolina Hogs
The Chicago Slice played the Carolina Hogs in four doubles matchups at MLP Columbus, part of the 2025 Major League Pickleball season. Held at Pickle & Chill in Columbus, Ohio, the match featured top athletes like Callie Smith, James Ignatowich, and Martin Emmrich competing for crucial team points.
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