Collin Johns and Riley Newman Struggle at MLP: Sunday’s play at MLP Salt Lake City brought its share of disappointments, particularly for notable players Collin Johns and Riley Newman. Both experienced challenging performances that affected their teams’ standings and raised questions about their future roles.
Collin Johns’ Struggles Continue
It was another tough day for Collin Johns, who went 1-4, marked by a particularly rough 25-12 mixed doubles loss against Texas. The struggles didn’t end there; the Johns brothers faced a resounding 25-13 defeat at the hands of Christian Alshon and Quang Duong. As discussed, it may be time for Ben Johns to consider a new doubles partner. Collin’s lack of energy and failure to adapt to the increasingly offensive style dominating pro pickleball in 2024 have been glaring issues.
Riley Newman Fails to Spark Columbus
Riley Newman, another prominent player, had a tough day representing Columbus. Despite showing some promise on Saturday, Columbus failed to capitalize on the momentum. The team managed to secure only one point in two matches, with Newman going zero for four. When a first-round pick struggles so significantly, it becomes challenging for the entire team to perform well.
MLP Salt Lake City Wrap-Up
Sunday’s action concluded the MLP Salt Lake City tournament, leaving teams to reassess and regroup. A detailed examination of the current standings in MLP will follow this week, providing insights into team dynamics and individual performances.
The next stop is MLP Kansas City, beginning August 3, marking the halfway point of the MLP season. Teams and players will aim to refine their strategies and improve their standings as the season progresses.
News in Brief: Collin Johns and Riley Newman Struggle at MLP
Sunday’s play at MLP Salt Lake City brought disappointments for Collin Johns and Riley Newman, affecting their teams’ standings. Collin Johns went 1-4, suffering a rough 25-12 mixed doubles loss against Texas and a 25-13 defeat with brother Ben against Christian Alshon and Quang Duong. As noted on pickleball.com, Ben Johns might need a new doubles partner due to Collin’s struggles.
Riley Newman also had a challenging day for Columbus, going 0-4 and failing to build on Saturday’s promise. Columbus secured only one point in two matches, highlighting the impact of Newman’s struggles on the team.
With the MLP Salt Lake City tournament concluded, attention now shifts to MLP Kansas City, starting August 3, as teams aim to refine their strategies and improve standings.
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