Texas Ranchers Pickleball Sweep Dallas: The Texas Ranchers had a clean sweep against the Carolina Hogs on July 25 at the 2025 Advil Targeted Relief MLP Dallas event. The Ranchers won all four matchups, leaving the Hogs scoreless in a powerful display of teamwork and skill.
Texas Ranchers Take Control Early
In the first match of the day, the women’s doubles team of Liz Truluck and Danna Funaro from the Texas Ranchers took on Tina Pisnik and Kaitlyn Christian of the Carolina Hogs. The Ranchers secured the win with a close 11-8 score, giving them an early lead in the match.
Next up, in the men’s doubles, Brandon French and Ivan Jakovljevic represented the Texas Ranchers. They played against Christian Alshon and Eric Oncins from the Carolina Hogs. The Ranchers extended their lead with a solid 11-7 win.
Mixed Doubles Shutout Highlights Ranchers’ Strength
In the mixed doubles category, the Texas Ranchers continued their winning streak. Ivan Jakovljevic paired with Danna Funaro to play against Eric Oncins and Tina Pisnik of the Carolina Hogs. The Ranchers claimed another victory with a score of 11-6.
In the second mixed doubles match, Liz Truluck and Brandon French from the Ranchers dominated Christian Alshon and Kaitlyn Christian of the Hogs. The Ranchers didn’t give up a single point, ending the game 11-0 in one of the most one-sided matches of the day.
Dreambreaker Win Seals Clean Sweep
The final match was the Dreambreaker, a team tiebreaker that involves singles play from all team members. The Texas Ranchers team—Brandon French, Ivan Jakovljevic, Liz Truluck, and Danna Funaro—defeated Christian Alshon, Eric Oncins, Kaitlyn Christian, and Tina Pisnik of the Carolina Hogs. The Ranchers won the Dreambreaker with a strong 11-0 finish, sealing a 4-0 overall team victory.
| Match Type | Carolina Hogs | Texas Ranchers | Score (TR – CH) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s Doubles | Liz Truluck / Danna Funaro | Tina Pisnik / Kaitlyn Christian | 11 – 4 |
| Men’s Doubles | Brandon French / Ivan Jakovljevic | Christian Alshon / Eric Oncins | 11 – 8 |
| Mixed Doubles 1 | Ivan Jakovljevic / Danna Funaro | Eric Oncins / Tina Pisnik | 11 – 7 |
| Mixed Doubles 2 | Liz Truluck / Brandon French | Christian Alshon / Kaitlyn Christian | 11 – 6 |
| Dreambreaker | Brandon French / Ivan Jakovljevic / | Christian Alshon / Eric Oncins / | 0 – 0 |
| Liz Truluck / Danna Funaro | Kaitlyn Christian / Tina Pisnik | ||
| Final Score | Carolina Hogs: 0 | Texas Ranchers: 4 |
What This Means for the Teams
The Texas Ranchers showed dominance in all categories, both doubles and singles. Their 4-0 win keeps them in a strong position in the league. For the Carolina Hogs, the match was a tough loss and may lead to changes in strategy for future games.
News in Brief: Texas Ranchers Pickleball Sweep Dallas
Texas Ranchers beat the Carolina Hogs 4-0 on July 25 at the 2025 Advil Targeted Relief MLP Dallas event. The Ranchers won all four matches, including a perfect 11-0 Dreambreaker finish. The Carolina Hogs were unable to score a single team point in the matchup.
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