New Jersey 5s Dominates MLP Austin: The New Jersey 5s started Major League Pickleball Austin with a 3-1 win over the Miami Pickleball Club on Saturday, May 24. The match occurred on Championship Court and helped New Jersey (6-1, 16 points) keep pace at the top of the standings.
New Jersey showed strong teamwork and steady play throughout the match. With this victory, the 5s kept their momentum going in the 2025 season. Miami Pickleball Club (6-6, 16 points) had difficulty keeping up with New Jersey’s energy and tactics.
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Strong Start for New Jersey
New Jersey won three out of four games. Anna Leigh Waters and Meghan Dizon gave the team a fast start by beating Mya Bui and Milan Rane 11-2 in women’s doubles. In the next game, Will Howells and Zane Navratil edged past Noe Khlif and Jay Devilliers 12-10 in a close men’s doubles battle.
Miami’s only win came in the third match. Noe Khlif and Milan Rane beat Zane Navratil and Meghan Dizon 11-6 in mixed doubles. But New Jersey quickly closed out the match with a strong 11-2 win in the final mixed doubles game. Will Howells and Anna Leigh Waters defeated Jay Devilliers and Mya Bui with ease.
| Match Type | New Jersey 5s | Miami Pickleball Club | Score | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s Doubles (WD) | Anna Leigh Waters / Meghan Dizon | Mya Bui / Milan Rane | 11-2 | New Jersey 5s |
| Men’s Doubles (MD) | Will Howells / Zane Navratil | Noe Khlif / Jay Devilliers | 12-10 | New Jersey 5s |
| Mixed Doubles (MXD) | Zane Navratil / Meghan Dizon | Noe Khlif / Milan Rane | 6-11 | Miami |
| Mixed Doubles (MXD) | Will Howells / Anna Leigh Waters | Jay Devilliers / Mya Bui | 11-2 | New Jersey 5s |
Zane Navratil on Team Preparation
Team captain Zane Navratil spoke after the match about the team’s focus on preparation.
“We just try to make sure that we’re the most prepared team. We try to take care of everything that we can control, and I think we do a good job of controlling everything that we possibly can. If nothing else, we’re the most prepared team, and probably the most obnoxious team, too.” – (Navratil)
Pickleballtv broadcaster Dave Fleming asked him to share more about what goes into getting ready for each MLP event.
“You can control everything leading up to an event, whether we have someone assigned to give us water bottles out there or all of the strategy, where we’re going to return, where we’re going to try and target with thirds, all types of stuff. Being on time is a big one, making sure that we hit different things as part of our warmup, same routine every time. Once you get onto the court, the only two things that you can actually control are your effort and your attitude, and we do a good job of trying to control that as well.” – (Navratil)
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What It Means Moving Forward
This win gives New Jersey 5s a big boost as they continue in the 2025 MLP Austin. With strong leadership, good strategy, and solid match routines, the team looks like a serious contender. Miami Pickleball Club will need to regroup before their next match.
If the New Jersey 5s keep up their preparation and effort, they may continue their winning streak through the rest of the event.
News in Brief: New Jersey 5s Dominates MLP Austin
The New Jersey 5s beat Miami Pickleball Club 3-1 on May 24 at 2025 MLP Austin. Anna Leigh Waters and Zane Navratil led the team. Captain Zane Navratil credited strong preparation for their success. The 5s now hold a 6-1 record and look to stay on top of the standings.
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