Orlando, Florida – This may come as a surprise, but pickleball is a professional sport. Yes, you read that correctly. America's fastest growing sport has an elite group of players who are drafted, traded, and play for paychecks.
Major League Pickleball (MLP) brings together top-ranked men and women to play in an innovative team-based competition. There are 24 teams divided into two levels.
The Premier Level is comprised of 48 of the most in-demand players in all of professional pickleball, divided into 12 city teams. The Challenger level is made up of up-and-coming players. Each team drafts four new players each year.
Orlando-based Orlando Squeeze is at the premier level. In early April, they drafted a brand new team. Introducing the following players.
Federico Stakstrad (MLP Draft 11th)
Vivian David (MLP draft pick 20th)
Paris Todd (MLP draft pick 25th)
Tyson McGuffin (traded from Jay DeVilliers to Utah Black Diamonds)
The first MLP event of 2024 is scheduled for May 9-12 in Atlanta. Click here for more information on how to get tickets and to see the upcoming Pro Pickleball schedule.
According to MLP, the Orlando Squeeze was formed in 2023 by the DeVos Family, owners of the Orlando Magic National Basketball Association franchise.
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