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PB Weekly 8/22/2025: Playoff Pandemonium & Teen Titans

The pickleball world was buzzing with a potent mix of professional prowess and shocking upsets this week. Here's a look at the top 5 stories that have us on the edge of our seats:

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1️⃣ MLP Playoffs: The Flash Are Out! 💥

In the biggest news of the week, the Major League Pickleball (MLP) playoffs kicked off in San Diego, and the Dallas Flash's reign of terror is officially over! After their near-perfect regular season, the #2-seeded Flash were stunned by the #5 Columbus Sliders in a thrilling three-match series that went all the way to a DreamBreaker. Many are calling this one of the biggest upsets in MLP history, and it throws the entire playoff bracket wide open! The Columbus Sliders will now face the St. Louis Shock in the Semifinals. 🍿

2️⃣ PPA Tour Honors Pickleball's 60th Anniversary! 🎂

In a fun and nostalgic tribute, the Carvana PPA Tour announced it will hold a vintage wooden paddle tournament to commemorate the 60th anniversary of pickleball's founding! This is a fantastic way to honor the sport's roots and give a nod to the humble beginnings that led to today's professional leagues and massive popularity. We can't wait to see the pros trade their high-tech gear for the classic wood! 🪵

3️⃣ MLP Franchise Sells for a Whopping $13 Million! 💰

A massive sign of the sport's soaring commercial value! Major League Pickleball's Los Angeles Mad Drops have sold a controlling stake for an incredible $13 million valuation. This deal highlights the immense investor confidence in MLP and the future of team-based professional pickleball. The money is flowing, and it shows the league's potential to become a major player in the sports world. 🚀

4️⃣ A Deep Dive with Pro Tyra "Hurricane" Black! 🧠

The Dink Pickleball gave fans a treat this week with a fascinating breakdown from pro Tyra "Hurricane" Black. She shared five key tips to elevate your pickleball IQ, including how to use lobs as a "reset weapon" and the importance of compact swings. These pro-level insights are invaluable for any player looking to improve their game! 💡

5️⃣ The Final Four Premier Teams are Set for NYC! 🗽

With the San Diego playoffs behind us, we now know the four teams heading to New York City for the MLP Finals at Wollman Rink! The St. Louis Shock and Columbus Sliders are the two teams who advanced on the Premier side. These two will be joined by the two victorious teams from the Challenger level. The stage is set for an epic conclusion to the season in Central Park!

This week proved that pickleball is a sport of surprises, with underdog triumphs and a continued upward trajectory in both its professional and commercial ventures. The road to the championship is wide open, and we're ready for the ride!

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