JW Johnson Leads Dallas Flash to Premier Level Title: The 2024 MLP Orlando Playoffs brought intense competition and remarkable performances from the top players in Major League Pickleball’s Premier Level. The Dallas Flash emerged victorious, clinching the Premier Title by defeating the New Jersey 5s in a thrilling final.
Players from both teams showed their exceptional skills throughout the tournament, with several individuals standing out for their impressive performances. Here’s a breakdown of the top performers from the Premier Level at the 2024 MLP Orlando Playoffs:
1. JW Johnson (Dallas Flash)
JW Johnson was the standout performer of the tournament, finishing with a remarkable 90.00% win rate. Johnson played a dominant role for the Dallas Flash, winning 9 out of his 10 games. He accumulated 257 points, showing his ability to consistently perform under pressure. His 53.32% points won percentage helped propel Dallas Flash to the top, securing their title victory.
2. Anna Bright (St. Louis Shock)
Despite New Jersey 5s falling short in the final, Anna Bright had an impressive run in the tournament. With 2 wins out of 6 games, she finished with a win percentage of 33.33%. Bright contributed 147 points to her team’s effort, maintaining a strong 53.26% points won percentage. While her team didn’t claim the title, her performance stood out on the court.
3. Anna Leigh Waters (New Jersey 5s)
Another key player for Dallas Flash, Anna Leigh Waters was instrumental in her team’s success. With 7 wins from 9 games, she posted a win percentage of 77.78%. Waters accumulated 217 points and maintained a solid 52.42% points won percentage. Her contributions were vital as Dallas Flash secured the Premier Title.
4. Augustus Ge (Dallas Flash)
Augustus Ge had an impressive showing, securing 6 wins in 9 games, resulting in a win percentage of 66.67%. He contributed 214 points to Dallas Flash’s cause, with a points won percentage of 51.44%. Ge’s consistency and key victories helped Dallas Flash maintain their momentum throughout the playoffs.
5. Will Howells (New Jersey 5s)
Will Howells was one of the top performers for New Jersey 5s, finishing with 6 wins in 9 games, and a win percentage of 66.67%. Howells earned 210 points and maintained a points won percentage of 51.22%. His solid performance was crucial in keeping New Jersey competitive, but it ultimately wasn’t enough to secure the title.
6. Jorja Johnson (Dallas Flash)
Jorja Johnson rounded out the key contributors for Dallas Flash. With 7 wins from 10 games, Johnson posted a win percentage of 70.00%. She contributed 242 points with a 50.95% points won percentage. Johnson’s consistent performance helped Dallas Flash secure their place at the top of the Premier Level.
7. Hayden Patriquin (St. Louis Shock)
Hayden Patriquin played an important role for St. Louis Shock, although his team fell short in the final. Patriquin earned 2 wins in 6 games, finishing with a 33.33% win percentage. He accumulated 147 points and posted a 50.87% points won percentage. Despite the loss in the finals, Patriquin’s contributions were essential to New Jersey’s strong playoff run.
8. Mariana Humberg (New Jersey 5s)
Mariana Humberg was another key player for Dallas Flash, securing 5 wins from 9 games with a win percentage of 55.56%. She earned 215 points with a 50.23% points won percentage. Humberg’s consistency on the court was instrumental in Dallas Flash’s championship run.
9. Kate Fahey (Dallas Flash)
Kate Fahey faced challenges throughout the tournament, finishing with just 1 win in 5 games. Despite a low win percentage of 20.00%, Fahey contributed 115 points to New Jersey’s cause. Her efforts were part of the team’s overall playoff performance, though the team fell short in the final.
10. Zane Navratil (New Jersey 5s)
Zane Navratil rounded out the top 10 players with 4 wins in 9 games. He posted a win percentage of 44.44% and contributed 208 points to the Dallas Flash’s title-winning performance. His 49.06% points won percentage showed his solid presence on the court throughout the playoffs.
| Rank | Player Name | Games Won | Games Played | Win Percentage | Points Won | Points Lost | Points Won % |
| 1 | JW Johnson | 9 | 10 | 90.00% | 257 | 225 | 53.32% |
| 2 | Anna Bright | 2 | 6 | 33.33% | 147 | 129 | 53.26% |
| 3 | Anna Leigh Waters | 7 | 9 | 77.78% | 217 | 197 | 52.42% |
| 4 | Augustus Ge | 6 | 9 | 66.67% | 214 | 202 | 51.44% |
| 5 | Will Howells | 6 | 9 | 66.67% | 210 | 200 | 51.22% |
| 6 | Jorja Johnson | 7 | 10 | 70.00% | 242 | 233 | 50.95% |
| 7 | Sack Hayden Patriquin | 2 | 6 | 33.33% | 147 | 142 | 50.87% |
| 8 | Mariana Humberg | 5 | 9 | 55.56% | 215 | 213 | 50.23% |
| 9 | Kate Fahey | 1 | 5 | 20.00% | 115 | 116 | 49.78% |
| 10 | Zane Navratil | 4 | 9 | 44.44% | 208 | 216 | 49.06% |
News in Brief: JW Johnson Leads Dallas Flash to Premier Level Title
Dallas Flash won in the 2024 MLP Orlando Playoffs, securing the Premier Title by defeating New Jersey 5s in the final. JW Johnson led the charge for Dallas with a stellar 90% win rate, contributing 257 points.
Anna Leigh Waters and Augustus Ge were also key to the team’s success. Despite strong performances from New Jersey’s Will Howells and Anna Bright, Flash’s balanced effort clinched the victory, highlighting the rising level of competition in Major League Pickleball.