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

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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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