LA Mad Drops Dominate Major League Pickleball at Daytona Beach!

Daytona Beach, Florida, USA - The recent MLP Major League Pickleball event at Pictona in Holly Hill, Florida, saw the LA Mad Drops showcase their skills, led by Quang Duong and Hunter Johnson. The duo guided their team to an undefeated weekend, making a strong statement against some stiff competition. Notably, the event featured nine of the 16 teams, including heavyweights like St. Louis and New Jersey, as well as underdogs such as New York and Carolina. With thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes, fans were treated to an exciting showcase of skill and strategy. Forbes reports that transactions ahead of the weekend saw Atlanta trade Vivian Glozman to Chicago in exchange for Vivienne David, reshaping some team dynamics as each player shifted to new horizons.

The teams put on a show right from Day 1, where Utah triumphed over NY Hustlers with a 4-0 victory, while LA Mad Drops upset the St. Louis Shock. On Day 2, St. Louis bounced back, defeating Utah in a swift 4-0 win, while Carolina managed to finally secure its first victory against Texas. The final day wrapped up with St. Louis maintaining dominance over Texas, also concluding the LA Mad Drops‘ outstanding run against Chicago. After the weekend, the standings saw St. Louis drop to second place, allowing LA to climb into fifth. It’s clear that the competition is heating up, as The Conway Bulletin notes, the latest MLP standings are becoming increasingly competitive as the playoffs loom on the horizon.

Standings and Performances

The performance of players at the event drew plenty of attention, particularly Meghan Dizon from New Jersey, who stood out by achieving an impressive 8-0 in matches. However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing for every team; Southern California players faced a tough weekend, managing only a collective record of 1-23. Meanwhile, the Orlando Squeeze is leading the Premier Level with 10 wins and 5 losses, demonstrating strong competition throughout various teams.

Focusing on the rankings, The Kitchen Pickle reveals the underlying currents in the league. Dallas Flash, for instance, has dominated the scene, winning all its matches and currently holding a flawless record of 14-0. St. Louis Shock maintains its position with an unblemished record of 8-0, while the New Jersey 5s are in hot pursuit. Interestingly, the Los Angeles Mad Drops are currently placed 8th with a record of 5-4, indicating a significant improvement from their beginning of the season when they struggled with consistency. Their trajectory indeed reflects a team gaining momentum.

As we look ahead, there’s palpable excitement for the upcoming MLP event scheduled for June 22, 2025. The league’s dynamics, marked by new trades and shifting standings, will undoubtedly create further buzz in the pickleball community, and fans are eager to see how teams adapt and strive for a coveted playoff spot.