Orlando Squeeze vs Chicago Slice: The Orlando Squeeze will go up against the Chicago Slice in their next match at the 2025 MLP Columbus presented by The James at Ohio State. The contest takes place at Pickle & Chill, with Orlando holding a 7-2 record and 20 points, and Chicago entering at 2-4 with 6 points.
Both teams played two matches on Saturday in central Ohio. Orlando won against the Atlanta Bouncers but lost to the St. Louis Shock. Chicago also split their Saturday games, beating the Carolina Hogs and falling to the Miami Pickleball Club.
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Orlando Looks to Stay Near the Top
The Orlando Squeeze has had a strong start to the season. With seven wins and only two losses, they are one of the top teams in the league. Saturday’s win over the Atlanta Bouncers added to their momentum, though they couldn’t overcome the undefeated St. Louis Shock later in the day.
Lacy Schneemann and Samantha Parker will team up in women’s doubles. Federico Staksrud and Dylan Frazier will take the court in men’s doubles. The mixed doubles matches will also feature these four players in different pairings.
Chicago Hopes to Gain Ground
The Chicago Slice are looking to build off a mixed day on Saturday. Their win over the Carolina Hogs gave them their second victory of the season. However, the loss to the Miami Pickleball Club showed the team still has work to do.
Callie Smith and Vivienne David will play for Chicago in women’s doubles. James Ignatowich and Max Freeman will compete in men’s doubles. Each will also participate in one of the mixed doubles matches.
Scheduled Matchups
Here are the four matchups for the day:
- Women’s Doubles: Lacy Schneemann and Samantha Parker (Orlando Squeeze) vs. Callie Smith and Vivienne David (Chicago Slice)
- Men’s Doubles: Federico Staksrud and Dylan Frazier (Orlando Squeeze) vs. James Ignatowich and Max Freeman (Chicago Slice)
- Mixed Doubles 1: Lacy Schneemann and Federico Staksrud (Orlando Squeeze) vs. Callie Smith and Max Freeman (Chicago Slice)
- Mixed Doubles 2: Samantha Parker and Dylan Frazier (Orlando Squeeze) vs. Vivienne David and James Ignatowich (Chicago Slice)
What’s at Stake
This match is important for both sides. The Orlando Squeeze want to stay among the top teams and keep collecting points. A win will help them stay in playoff position. The Chicago Slice is hoping to move up in the standings and improve its season record.
With both teams coming off split results on Saturday, this contest could shape how they finish in the league.
News in Brief: Orlando Squeeze vs Chicago Slice
The Orlando Squeeze (7-2) take on the Chicago Slice (2-4) at the 2025 MLP Columbus. Both teams went 1-1 on Saturday. Key doubles matchups include players like Federico Staksrud, Dylan Frazier, and Callie Smith. Orlando aims to stay near the top, while Chicago looks for a bounce back.
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