Phoenix Flames Pickleball sweep Dallas: The Phoenix Flames dominated the New Jersey 5s in a one-sided match at the 2025 Advil Targeted Relief MLP Dallas event held on July 26 at Pickler Universe in Carrollton, Texas. The Flames won every game, ending the match with a clean 5-0 sweep across all categories.
Flames Take Early Lead in Women’s and Men’s Doubles
The first game was the women’s doubles match. Alex Walker and Jessie Irvine from the Phoenix Flames played against Anna Leigh Waters and Meghan Dizon from the New Jersey 5s. The Flames pair won easily, 11-0.
Next came the men’s doubles. Tyson McGuffin and Jack Sock of the Flames faced Will Howells and Noe Khlif of the 5s. Again, the Phoenix team won with a strong score of 11-4.
Mixed Doubles Continue the Winning Streak
In the first mixed doubles game, Tyson McGuffin teamed up with Jessie Irvine, playing against Noe Khlif and Meghan Dizon from the 5s. The Flames duo won 11-6, giving their team a 3-0 lead.
In the second mixed doubles, Jack Sock and Alex Walker from the Flames played against Will Howells and Anna Leigh Waters. The result was another shutout win for the Flames, 11-0.
Dreambreaker Ends in Total Shutout
The final part of the match was the Dreambreaker. This is a singles showdown involving four players from each team. Jack Sock, Tyson McGuffin, Alex Walker, and Jessie Irvine represented the Phoenix Flames. Will Howells, Noe Khlif, Anna Leigh Waters, and Meghan Dizon played for the New Jersey 5s.
The Phoenix Flames won the Dreambreaker with a stunning 21-0 score, completing the perfect sweep of the match.
| Match Type | New Jersey 5s | Phoenix Flames | Score |
|---|
| Women’s Doubles | Anna Leigh Waters / Meghan Dizon | Alex Walker / Jessie Irvine | 0 – 11 |
| Men’s Doubles | Will Howells / Noe Khlif | Tyson McGuffin / Jack Sock | 4 – 11 |
| Mixed Doubles 1 | Noe Khlif / Meghan Dizon | Tyson McGuffin / Jessie Irvine | 6 – 11 |
| Mixed Doubles 2 | Will Howells / Anna Leigh Waters | Jack Sock / Alex Walker | 0 – 11 |
| Dreambreaker | Will Howells / Noe Khlif / Anna Leigh Waters / Meghan Dizon | Jack Sock / Tyson McGuffin / Alex Walker / Jessie Irvine | 0 – 0 |
Big Win Sets the Tone for Phoenix Flames
This victory puts the Phoenix Flames in a strong position in the MLP Dallas event. Winning all five games, including a shutout in the Dreambreaker, shows the team’s strength and coordination. The New Jersey 5s will need to regroup and adjust for their upcoming matches.
News in Brief: Phoenix Flames Pickleball Sweep Dallas
The Phoenix Flames defeated the New Jersey 5s 5-0 at the 2025 MLP Dallas event on July 26. Held at Pickler Universe in Carrollton, Texas, the Flames won every match, including a 21-0 Dreambreaker. The victory places the Flames as early favorites in the tournament.
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