California Black Bears Pickleball Victory: The California Black Bears defeated the Bay Area Breakers in a tight match on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at The Picklr MLP Salt Lake City. The final win was decided in a close DreamBreaker after both teams split the initial four games on Grandstand Court at The Picklr Kaysville.
Bay Area Starts Strong in Women’s Doubles
The match began at 11:45 AM MST with women’s doubles. Alix Truong and Angie Walker of the Bay Area Breakers beat Layne Sleeth and Lina Padegimaite from California 11–6, giving Bay Area an early lead.
California Responds in Men’s Doubles
At 12:05 PM MST, Martin Emmrich and Michael Loyd took charge for the California Black Bears. They won decisively 11–3 against Darrian Young and substitute Collin Johns of the Bay Area Breakers, leveling the series.
Mixed Doubles Matches Tilt Toward California
In the first mixed doubles at 12:25 PM MST, Layne Sleeth and Michael Loyd beat Darrian Young and Alix Truong 11–3, putting California ahead 2–1.
However, Bay Area fought back in the second mixed doubles at 12:45 PM MST. Collin Johns and Angie Walker narrowly defeated Lina Padegimaite and Martin Emmrich 11–8, tying the series 2–2.
| Match | California Black Bears | vs | Bay Area Breakers | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s Doubles | Layne Sleeth / Lina Padegimaite | vs | Alix Truong / Angie Walker | 6–11 |
| Men’s Doubles | Martin Emmrich / Michael Loyd | vs | Darrian Young / Collin Johns (Sub) | 11–3 |
| Mixed Doubles 1 | Layne Sleeth / Michael Loyd | vs | Darrian Young / Alix Truong | 11–3 |
| Mixed Doubles 2 | Lina Padegimaite / Martin Emmrich | vs | Collin Johns (Sub) / Angie Walker | 8–11 |
| DreamBreaker | Layne Sleeth / Michael Loyd / Lina Padegimaite / Martin Emmrich | vs | Darrian Young / Alix Truong / Collin Johns (Sub) / Angie Walker | 21–19 |
DreamBreaker Decides the Winner
With the series tied, a DreamBreaker was played to decide the winner. The California Black Bears edged the Bay Area Breakers 21–19 in a close final game to secure the overall victory.
What This Win Means for Both Teams
The California Black Bears improved to three wins with this hard-fought victory. The Bay Area Breakers, despite the loss, showed strong competition and now have one win. The DreamBreaker highlighted the close level of play between the teams.
News in Brief: California Black Bears Pickleball Victory
The California Black Bears defeated the Bay Area Breakers in a tight match at The Picklr MLP Salt Lake City. After splitting four games, California won the DreamBreaker 21–19 to take the match. The win boosts California’s record to three wins, while Bay Area has one.
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