
MLP San Diego 2026: Everything you need to know
MLP San Diego runs Thursday, July 16 through Sunday, July 19 at Barnes Tennis Center.
A total of 11 teams will be in action for group play matches ahead of Zipfizz Super Sunday in Southern California.
Group A features the Atlanta Bouncers, Bay Area Breakers, Dallas Flash, LA Mad Drops, and Utah Black Diamonds, while Group B features the California Black Bears, Columbus Sliders, Florida Smash, Orlando Squeeze, Phoenix Flames, and SoCal Hard Eights.
All matches are available on Pickleballtv and the Pickleballtv App.
Click here for ticket information.
Top Storylines:
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The LA Mad Drops have been consistently in the top-4 but have gotten there inconsistently, rarely sweeping lesser teams. Will they put it all together in their home state?
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The Columbus Sliders get another chance to gel as a new team (with a Hurricane) and peak again in August as they did in 2025. An event win would send a message to the rest of the league.
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How many trades? The Shock set the bar in Grand Rapids. Will a top contender find a dance partner for a blockbuster move?
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Super Sunday will start earlier than usual (8 a.m. PT) with the 2v2 match which will immediately be followed by the battle for the belt featuring the winners of the 2 groups. Why so early? The World Cup Final starts at noon PT.
Click here to read more storylines from broadcaster Dave Fleming.
Click here to read an event preview from Pickleball.com contributor Jim Kloss.
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