St. Louis to Host Major League Pickleball: Major League Pickleball is bringing its competitive action to St. Louis for the first time, with games scheduled for July 17-20, 2025, at Chaifetz Arena. Local team St. Louis Shock will host the event as part of the league’s regular season.
“Bringing Major League Pickleball to St. Louis is a huge step in our plans to mark the region as a recognized hub for the sport not only in the Midwest but nationwide,”.
“This event will showcase the strength of the Shock as our hometown franchise, competing against some of the best talent in the world.”(Ross Chaifetz, owner and vice chairman of the St. Louis Shock)
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St. Louis as a Pickleball Hub
St. Louis ranks as the sixth-largest pickleball market in the U.S., making it a prime location for the growing sport. The games at Chaifetz Arena will bring players, fans, and industry leaders together to celebrate pickleball’s rapid expansion.
“This is a monumental moment for both the St. Louis Shock and the St. Louis community,”. “Hosting an MLP event in our home city is not only a celebration of pickleball but also a testament to the growth of the sport and our team’s continued momentum.”(Andrew Haines, COO of the St. Louis Shock)
Details and Season Schedule
The St. Louis stop is one of 10 regular-season events in the 2025 Major League Pickleball season. The games will feature top talent from across 22 teams and nearly 100 athletes competing for national glory. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.
The 2025 season begins in April in Orlando, FL, and includes stops in Columbus, OH; Austin, TX; Salt Lake City, UT; and other cities. The playoffs will be held in San Diego, CA, and New York, NY, with the MLP Cup set for October.
Significance for St. Louis
This event positions St. Louis as a central player in the pickleball scene and brings economic and social benefits. Fans will witness high-level competition while boosting local businesses and raising the profile of the sport.
“This is just the beginning of what we’re building for the future, and we’re excited to show pickleball fans from across the world what St. Louis is all about,” (Ross Chaifetz).
With pickleball’s growing popularity, the St. Louis Shock aims to continue inspiring and uniting the community while solidifying its place in Major League Pickleball history.
News in Brief: St. Louis to Host Major League Pickleball
St. Louis will host Major League Pickleball for the first time from July 17-20, 2025, at Chaifetz Arena, featuring local team St. Louis Shock. This event highlights the city’s position as the sixth-largest pickleball market in the U.S. and aims to establish it as a hub for the sport. With 22 teams competing, the games promise to boost local businesses and celebrate the growth of pickleball nationally.
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