On this episode of The Champions Table, we sit down with Rick Witsken—Co-Founder of the MLP Champions Series Pickleball, top-ranked senior pro, and standout player for the Indy Drivers!

Rick pulls back the curtain on the rapid growth of 50+ professional pickleball, sharing his strategic vision for the MLP Champions Series, how city-based franchises are building regional legacies, and why the level of competition across the league is skyrocketing. We also break down team strategy, lineup flexibility in the "podless" era, and what it takes to compete at the highest level.

In this episode, we cover:

• The long-term vision and structure for the MLP Champions Series
• How city connections and franchise loyalty are shaping the sport
• Why parity and player improvement are pushing senior pro pickleball forward
• Lineup dynamics, pairing strategies, and insights from the court

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The Champions Table is back!
This week we recap Event #2 of the MLP Champions Series in Dallas. Top teams, top performers, personal experiences, and much more!

While we focus on the Premier Division, we also mentioned the Prime and Masters Divisions and the leaders in each.

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Dave Fleming to suit up for the Palm Beach Royals this weekend at the MLP Champions Series!

We also discuss matchups, predictions, power rankings, upcoming matches, the LA Xtreme reality show, and Palm Beach Pete's pick of the week.

Takeaways

• Event number two matchups and predictions
• Insight into the LA Xtreme reality show and the impact of Palm Beach Pete's pick of the week.