DC Pickleball Team Makes Playoff: The DC Pickleball Team claimed the last available playoff spot at the Premier level with an impressive DreamBreaker victory over the Los Angeles Mad Drops during an electrifying showdown at Major League Pickleball, Miami.
Despite trailing 11-6 at the side switch in the DreamBreaker, the Los Angeles Mad Drops, featuring James Ignatowich, Dekel Bar, Rachel Rohrabacher, and Vivian Glozman, could not hold onto their lead. In a stunning turnaround, the DC Pickleball Team launched a blistering 15-1 run to seal the contest with a 21-12 triumph, showcasing their resilience and determination when it mattered most.
Joining the Elite
With this pivotal victory, the DC Pickleball Team joins an elite group of teams advancing to the post-season at the Premier level, including the St. Louis Shock, Dallas Flash, New Jersey 5s, New York Hustlers, and Texas Ranchers. The competitive field is now set for what promises to be an exciting playoff series.
“It means a lot to secure the playoff,” Dekel Bar commented on the team’s achievement. “We know we have a strong team and that we can beat any team there.” His confidence echoes the sentiment within the DC camp as they gear up for the challenges ahead.
The Road Ahead
However, the DC Pickleball Team’s journey is far from over. With two additional matches on the horizon, they are keen to improve their positioning within the top six. The best-case scenario would see them finish in the No. 4 spot, which would allow them to avoid facing the Dallas Flash in the quarterfinals next week.
On Sunday, the DC Pickleball Team will square off against the New Jersey 5s and the Arizona Drive, both critical contests that could determine their final standing.
News in Brief: DC Pickleball Team Makes Playoff
The DC Pickleball Team clinched the final playoff spot at the Premier level by defeating the Los Angeles Mad Drops 21-12 in a DreamBreaker at MLP Miami. The team, featuring Dekel Bar, James Ignatowich, Rachel Rohrabacher, and Vivian Glozman, overcame an 11-6 deficit to secure the win. They now join the St. Louis Shock, Dallas Flash, New Jersey 5s, New York Hustlers, and Texas Ranchers in the postseason. DC aims to improve its playoff positioning with two matches remaining against the New Jersey 5s and AZ Drive.
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