Catherine Parenteau and Jade Kawamoto helped the Los Angeles Mad Drops take the lead at the 2025 MLP Phoenix with a close 11-9 win over Rachel Rohrabacher and Jackie Kawamoto of the Brooklyn Pickleball Team. The event is taking place at the Arizona Athletic Grounds.
The women’s doubles match was the first contest of the day between the two teams. It featured top-level play from all four athletes, but Los Angeles came out on top thanks to a strong finish.
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Parenteau and Kawamoto Take the Lead
Parenteau and Jade Kawamoto showed great teamwork in the match. Their performance helped Los Angeles get off to a strong start. The Brooklyn team, comprising Rachel Rohrabacher and Jackie Kawamoto, kept the match close and played at a high level.
The set ended 11-9, with Los Angeles winning the point. Parenteau and Jade Kawamoto were able to stay steady late in the game, sealing the win for their side.
Men’s Doubles Match Coming Next
The next match in the lineup will feature Hunter Johnson and Spencer Smith of the Los Angeles Mad Drops. They will face Dekel Bar and Riley Newman of the Brooklyn Pickleball Team in the men’s doubles round.
This match will help determine which team gains the edge in the overall contest at Edward Jones MLP Phoenix.
What This Means for the Teams
The win in women’s doubles gives Los Angeles momentum in this matchup. With the next rounds still to be played, including men’s and mixed doubles, every point counts. Brooklyn will need a strong response in the upcoming matches to stay competitive in this event.
News in Brief: Catherine Parenteau and Jade Kawamoto
Catherine Parenteau and Jade Kawamoto won the women’s doubles match for the Los Angeles Mad Drops, beating Rachel Rohrabacher and Jackie Kawamoto of the Brooklyn Pickleball Team 11-9. This gave Los Angeles the first point at 2025 MLP Phoenix. The men’s doubles match is next at the Arizona Athletic Grounds.