Newest MLP Owner Shuts Down Rumors of Collusion

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. Big thank you to our sponsor, Momentous. Momentous is the gold standard in creatine, save 35% on your order with code THEDINK at http://livemomentous.com 👉 Subscribe to PicklePod for weekly episodes breaking down the pro game, insider stories, and candid conversations with the biggest names in pickleball. #PicklePod #Pickleball #MLP #BenJohns #LAMadDrops Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball #pickleball #pickleballcourts ------------------ 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices