The 2025 Major League Pickleball season returns this week with the Edward Jones MLP Phoenix event. The competition runs for four days starting Thursday, May 29, at the Arizona Athletic Grounds. Seven Premier Level teams will compete, while no Challenger Level teams are scheduled to play at this event.
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Premier Teams Set for Big Matchups
The Premier Level teams scheduled to face off on Thursday include some of the league’s top names.
| Match No. | Team 1 | vs | Team 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles Mad Drops | vs | Brooklyn Pickleball Team |
| 2 | Atlanta Bouncers | vs | Utah Black Diamonds |
| 3 | SoCal Hard Eights | vs | Dallas Flash Pickleball |
| 4 | Los Angeles Mad Drops | vs | Phoenix Flames |
Focus Only on Premier Level Teams
This week’s event features only Premier Level competition. None of the Challenger Level teams will be playing at the 2025 MLP Phoenix. All matches will take place at the Arizona Athletic Grounds, a key venue for MLP events.
What’s at Stake This Week
The Edward Jones MLP Phoenix tournament is a major stop in the 2025 season. The teams competing are looking to improve their records and gain momentum for the rest of the year. Strong performances here could impact playoff chances and team rankings across the league.
News in Brief: Edward Jones MLP Phoenix
The Edward Jones MLP Phoenix event kicks off on May 29 at the Arizona Athletic Grounds. Seven Premier Level teams will compete in four matches. No Challenger teams will take part. The games are an important step in the 2025 Major League Pickleball season as teams aim to climb the standings.