Alex Geesbreght is part of the investment group that purchased the majority stake in MLP's LA Mad Drops. Alex opens up about how pickleball became a family passion, what inspired him to buy into MLP, and how his ownership group plans to grow the game.
We dive into:
🏓 The story behind Alex’s investment in pickleball and the Mad Drops
💰 Team valuations, ownership responsibilities, and the future of MLP
🔥 Addressing the collusion rumors around the Ben Johns trade
🎉 The fan experience debate: should MLP embrace louder crowds?
🏆 Highlights from PPA Las Vegas, APP Chicago, and even PPA Asia
💬 Your fan questions – from wooden paddle tournaments to the rise of the lob
Alex brings fresh perspective, some pushback, and honest answers about what it takes to run a pro pickleball franchise.
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0:00 Intro
02:45 – Introducing Alex Geesbreght, new LA Mad Drops owner
04:40 – Why Alex bought into Major League Pickleball
06:55 – The family story that inspired his love for the sport
10:00 – Team valuations & building long-term value in MLP
13:15 – How engaged are MLP owners really?
16:00 – Should fans be loud during points? The tension vs. noise debate
22:00 – Trade deadline drama & Ben Johns acquisition explained
25:05 – Alex addresses collusion rumors head-on
28:50 – Zane answers fan questions: paddles, lobs & lighting
Erik Tice
35:50 – Coaching shakeups: Christian & Lee Waters split
38:10 – Rollout courts controversy + player withdrawals
43:00 – Singles upsets: Crum vs Fed, Looch’s rise, and more
52:15 – Mixed doubles lobfest: Anna Bright goes sky-high
56:30 – Men’s doubles drama: Travis & Julian meltdown
59:00 – Women’s doubles fireworks: Tyra & Georgia upset ALW/AB
1:05:50 – Finals recap + Looch’s back-to-back titles
1:08:00 – PPA Asia: Connor Garnett’s triple crown
1:10:20 – APP Chicago recap + TO (Terrell Owens) plays pickleball
1:12:30 – Looking ahead: Cincinnati Slam preview
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