Columbus Sliders Pickleball sweep SoCal Hard Eights: The Columbus Sliders earned a strong win over the SoCal Hard Eights on Friday during the Edward Jones Major League Pickleball San Clemente. The match took place at Life Time Rancho San Clemente, where the Columbus Sliders claimed victory by winning all four games without needing a Dreambreaker round.
This contest added another win for the Columbus Sliders, who now have four victories in the season. The SoCal Hard Eights remain without a win.
Women’s Doubles Opens with Sliders in Control
The day began with women’s doubles. Parris Todd and Lea Jansen from the Columbus Sliders played well against Cailyn Campbell and Jalina Ingram of the SoCal Hard Eights. The Sliders took the game with a score of 11-4, giving them an early lead.
Close Men’s Doubles Game Goes to Columbus
In the men’s doubles match, Andrei Daescu and CJ Klinger of the Columbus Sliders faced Ryan Fu and Blaine Hovenier of the SoCal Hard Eights. This was a tight game, but the Sliders edged out a 12-10 win, going up two games to none.
Mixed Doubles Seals the Series
The first mixed doubles match featured Parris Todd and Andrei Daescu for the Columbus Sliders against Ryan Fu and Cailyn Campbell for the SoCal Hard Eights. The Sliders held on to win 11-9.
In the second mixed doubles match, CJ Klinger and Lea Jansen defeated Blaine Hovenier and Jalina Ingram 11-1. This victory completed the sweep and removed the need for a Dreambreaker.
| Match | Columbus Sliders | VS | SoCal Hard Eights | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s Doubles | Parris Todd / Lea Jansen | VS | Cailyn Campbell / Jalina Ingram | 11-4 |
| Men’s Doubles | Andrei Daescu / CJ Klinger | VS | Ryan Fu / Blaine Hovenier | 12-10 |
| Mixed Doubles 1 | Parris Todd / Andrei Daescu | VS | Ryan Fu / Cailyn Campbell | 11-9 |
| Mixed Doubles 2 | CJ Klinger / Lea Jansen | VS | Blaine Hovenier / Jalina Ingram | 11-1 |
| Dreambreaker | Parris Todd / Lea Jansen / Andrei Daescu / CJ Klinger | VS | Blaine Hovenier / Ryan Fu / Cailyn Campbell / Jalina Ingram | 0-0 |
What the Win Means
This result shows the Columbus Sliders’ steady teamwork and strong play across all pairs. With four wins in the season, they remain one of the most consistent teams. The SoCal Hard Eights, who have the youngest lineup, will keep working to get their first victory.
The event continues, and teams will keep fighting for better positions in the standings.
News in Brief: Columbus Sliders Pickleball Sweep SoCal Hard Eights
The Columbus Sliders defeated the SoCal Hard Eights 4-0 Friday at Edward Jones Major League Pickleball San Clemente. The Sliders won every doubles and mixed doubles game, making a Dreambreaker unnecessary. The SoCal Hard Eights are still searching for their first win this season.