MLP Austin Weekend is ON!

💍 Huge congrats to Matt and Steph on their engagement! I played college tennis with Matt at UW-Whitewater, and Stephanie is Jenny’s sister. Crazy enough—they actually met at Major League Pickleball in Austin back in June 2022! 🎾❤️

Earlier this month, I filmed a few new YouTube videos diving into some advanced topics: how to dictate play from the middle, topspin backhand dinks, advanced left-side dinking patterns, and a full backhand drive tutorial. I’ve been loving the chance to go deeper on these strategies—so if you're into the nitty-gritty of the game, make sure to subscribe! 🎥📲

Before heading to the PPA Atlanta Slam, I had a fun private group session with Dori, Steve, Tad, and the whole crew to celebrate Tad’s birthday 🥳. I also hosted a great clinic at Austin Country Club! I’m excited to be doing more in-person coaching, so if you’re interested in a clinic, just reply to this email and let’s set it up! 🙌

At the Atlanta Slam, I pulled off a couple of upsets in singles—beating #14 seed Gabe Joseph and #23 seed John Lucian Goins before falling to Alexander Crum. It felt great to be back playing singles! 💪 I also teamed up with Roscoe Bellamy for the first time—tough result, but we’ve got a plan to bounce back. In mixed, Samantha Parker and I snagged a first-round win before losing to Federico and Catherine in round two.

Silver lining? I made it home just in time for Murray’s 5th birthday! 🎉🐶

News

The PPA Atlanta Slam  had everything you could ask for—🔥 new partnerships, a brand-new ball that kept everyone on their toes, major upsets, and of course, some incredible championship runs. From dramatic three-set battles to breakout performances, this tournament delivered across the board.

Click here — let’s dive into the highlights, surprises, and what it all means moving forward on the pro pickleball scene. 

YouTube

🔥 New Episode Drop: MLP Power Rankings Are Here!
You asked, we listened—and now it’s time to stir the pot. 💥
Thanks for all the incredible feedback on our new Power Ranking series—we’re LOVING the hype and hot takes from the community! 🙌

🚨 Plus, we’ve got brand new instructional videos to level up your game—and some 🔥 Pro vs. 5.0 showdowns you definitely don’t want to miss.

Watch now on and don’t hold back—your feedback, takes, and ideas help shape the content we create. Want more rankings? Match breakdowns? Spicy opinions? Let us know! 🧠🔥 We’re building this with you—so keep it coming!

What's Next

MLP Austin Weekend is HERE! The New Jersey 5s are in action at the Austin Pickle Ranch! Here’s everything you need to know:

📍 When & Where:
🗓️ May 24–26
🏟️ Austin Pickle Ranch
📍 11000 Middle Fiskville Rd, Building B, Austin, TX 78753

📺 How to Watch: All matches will be streamed live on PickleballTV.com and played on Championship Court.

🔥 Special Highlight: Sunday at 4:30 PM is a RED OUT! Wear red and bring the energy as we take on the Dallas Flash!

📆 Match Schedule:
Saturday, May 24
🕝 2:45 PM CT — New Jersey 5s vs Miami Pickleball Club
Sunday, May 25
🕚 11:00 AM CT — Orlando Squeeze vs New Jersey 5s
🕟 4:30 PM CT — New Jersey 5s vs Dallas Flash (RED OUT)
Monday, May 26 – Memorial Day
🕐 1:00 PM CT — Texas Ranchers vs New Jersey 5s

Don’t miss a moment—tune in, cheer loud, and rep your squad! 🤡 LET’S GO 5s! 🤡

🎟️ Tickets
Family & Friends Discount: Use code NJFIVES15 to get 15% off general admission or VIP tickets! 👉 Important: To apply the discount to multiple days, add individual day passes to your cart (don’t select the 4-day pass). Be sure to complete everything in one single transaction to avoid extra fees. Click here

🌟 VIP Meet & Greet — Austin Fives Fans Only!
We’re selecting a handful of ticket-holding fans for exclusive behind-the-scenes access and a VIP meet & greet with the team at MLP Austin on Saturday, 5/24! Hang with the squad, catch their final warmup, and soak up the pre-match energy before we face Miami Pickleball Club. Click here

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