The Seattle Pioneers are moving to Carolina.
A major move ahead of MLP Washington D.C. Major League Pickleball

MLP's Seattle Pioneers rebranding as Carolina Pickleball Club

DALLAS, TX - Major League Pickleball (MLP) announced on Monday that the Seattle Pioneers are relocating to Carolina and rebranding as the Carolina Pickleball Club.

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The squad - which consists of Ben Johns, Collin Johns, Jessie Irvine, and Andrea Koop - will debut at MLP Washington D.C. later this week.

The Pioneers were formed in 2023 by Tom Dundon.


MLP Washington D.C. will feature a collection of 15 teams competing, with a total of 34 matches scheduled from June 13-16.

Coverage will be provided by a combination of AXS TV, Pickleball TV, and MLP’s official YouTube Channel.

Follow the Carolina Pickleball Club on Instagram at @carolinapbclub.

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