Jorja Johnson hitting a return on the pickleball court.
Jorja Johnson and the New Jersey 5s are perennial contenders at every MLP stop. MLP

MLP New York 2026: Everything you need to know

The sixth event of the Major League Pickleball (MLP) season takes place this week on Randall’s Island in New York City starting on Thursday.

There are 11 teams in the field for the event, and every match will be showcased on Pickleballtv and the Pickleballtv App.

Group A features Chicago Slice, Texas Ranchers, New Jersey 5s, Las Vegas Night Owls, and SoCal Hard Eights.

Group B includes Florida Smash, Brooklyn Pickleball Team, Dallas Flash, Carolina Hogs, Bay Area Breakers, and Palm Beach Royals.

MLP Standings

Order of play (Thursday through Sunday)

 

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