Los Angeles Mad Drops Down Phoenix Flames in MLP: In one of the most intense matches of the MLP season so far, the Los Angeles Mad Drops edged out the Phoenix Flames 3–2 in a back-and-forth battle that culminated in a decisive Dreambreaker. Played on July 11, the match featured elite shot-making, tactical swings, and plenty of emotion as both squads refused to back down until the final point.
While Phoenix struck back strong after a rocky start, Los Angeles had the final say—blitzing through the Dreambreaker 21–9 and solidifying a clutch team victory.
A Dominant Start for L.A.
The match opened with women’s doubles, and Los Angeles wasted no time making a statement. Catherine Parenteau and Jade Kawamoto looked dialed in from the first serve, overwhelming Jessie Irvine and Alex Walker of Phoenix with fast-paced net play and aggressive court positioning.
The L.A. duo allowed just a single point in a lopsided 11–1 win, putting the Mad Drops on the board early and injecting energy into their bench.
Flames Fight Back in Men’s Doubles
The Phoenix Flames quickly countered in men’s doubles with a fiery performance from Tyson McGuffin and Pesa Teoni. Facing a tough pairing in Rafa Hewett and Hunter Johnson, the Flames duo mixed power and placement, keeping the Mad Drops off-balance with aggressive serves and clean hands at the kitchen line.
A late surge by L.A. wasn’t enough to stop Phoenix from closing it out 11–8, evening the match at 1–1.
Mixed Doubles Goes the Distance
Mixed doubles proved pivotal—and chaotic.
In the first matchup, Tyson McGuffin returned to the court alongside Jessie Irvine, and the veteran pair lit up the scoreboard. They handled Hewett and Parenteau with ease, delivering a crushing 11–3 win that gave the Flames a 2–1 lead and the inside track to a team victory.
But just as quickly, the Mad Drops flipped the script.
In Mixed Doubles 2, Hunter Johnson and Jade Kawamoto brought the fire for L.A., bouncing back from earlier struggles. Facing Teoni and Walker, the Mad Drops duo found rhythm in the mid-game and never let go. Their 11–6 win tied the match at 2–2 and forced a Dreambreaker.
Dreambreaker Domination by the Mad Drops
With tension sky-high, both squads rotated through singles matchups in the high-stakes tiebreaker. But this time, the Mad Drops were untouchable.
Hunter Johnson and Rafa Hewett brought the intensity, using blistering drives and quick footwork to rack up points. Parenteau and Kawamoto held their own in the women’s rotation, keeping the Flames off-balance with deep returns and passing shots.
On the other side, Phoenix’s momentum sputtered. McGuffin and Irvine looked fatigued, while Walker and Teoni struggled to generate offense against L.A.’s relentless pace. In the end, the Mad Drops stormed to a 21–9 win, sealing a well-earned 3–2 team victory.
| Event | Phoenix Flames | Score | Los Angeles Mad Drops | Score |
| Women’s Doubles | Jessie Irvine / Alex Walker | 1 | Catherine Parenteau / Jade Kawamoto | 11 |
| Men’s Doubles | Pesa Teoni / Tyson McGuffin | 11 | Rafa Hewett / Hunter Johnson | 8 |
| Mixed Doubles 1 | Tyson McGuffin / Jessie Irvine | 11 | Rafa Hewett / Catherine Parenteau | 3 |
| Mixed Doubles 2 | Pesa Teoni / Alex Walker | 6 | Hunter Johnson / Jade Kawamoto | 11 |
| Dreambreaker | McGuffin / Teoni / Walker / Irvine | 9 | Johnson / Hewett / Parenteau / Kawamoto | 21 |
Key Players
Catherine Parenteau: Commanded both doubles and singles with poise and versatility.
Jade Kawamoto: Made critical plays in both women’s and mixed doubles, and stayed solid under pressure in the Dreambreaker.
Tyson McGuffin: A workhorse for Phoenix, winning both his doubles matches and giving the Flames a fighting chance.
Hunter Johnson: Bounced back strong in mixed play and led the charge in the Dreambreaker.
News in Brief: Los Angeles Mad Drops Down Phoenix Flames in MLP
For the Los Angeles Mad Drops, this win is more than just another result—it’s a demonstration of resilience and depth. Coming from behind and thriving in the Dreambreaker proves this team has the mental edge needed in championship moments.
The Phoenix Flames, meanwhile, showed plenty of spark, especially with McGuffin leading the charge. But letting a 2–1 lead slip will sting, especially when they looked poised to close the match before the final rotation.
As the MLP season pushes forward, matches like this prove that every game, every rally, and every Dreambreaker counts.
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