The first event of the 2026 Major Pickleball League (MLP) season will be held at the Pickler Universe in Dallas, Texas. Eleven of the 20 teams will be competing for spots in Championship Sunday in pool play rounds Thursday through Saturday. A champion of the event will be crowned on Sunday. Read More The […]
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