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Major League Pickleball announced the addition of the Houston Hammers as its 21st team for the 2027 season. The team will be led by Hugh Zhang, a seasoned leader with diverse industry experience. The Hammers aim to engage deeply with the Houston community and the MLP ecosystem.
Zhang expressed excitement about bringing Major League Pickleball to Houston, highlighting the city's strong pickleball market. The ownership group plans to host a league event in Houston, maintain the CSP Champion senior team, and include a Jr. Hammers team in Jr. MLP. Their goal is to create a top-tier sports brand. Read more pro tour coverage.
The 2026 season of Major League Pickleball saw significant growth, with new league records set. Further details about the 2027 season, including player acquisitions and the schedule, will be released soon.
This original Punch Volley brief is based on reporting from Major League Pickleball. Visit the source for its complete reporting, context and any later corrections.
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The Houston Hammers will become the 21st team in Major League Pickleball for the 2027 season. Major League Pickleball announced the addition of the Houston Hammers as its 21st team for the 2027 season. The team will be led by Hugh Zhang, a seasoned leader with diverse industry experience. The Hammers aim to engage deeply with the Houston community and the MLP ecosystem.
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Punch Volley published this brief on October 28, 2026. The underlying Major League Pickleball report was dated October 28, 2026.
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