Tag: london smash

by Elise Danielle

Draft Day Approaches: Breaking Down Each Team’s Roster Needs for C4

With free agency complete and rosters partially filled, the January 27 draft takes center stage as the defining moment for C4 roster construction. Every team must build to six total players, three female and three open, and the path to get there looks dramatically different across the league. Teams Drafting Three Players Five teams have […]
by Elise Danielle

Roster Revolution: Free Agency Reshapes the CNPL Landscape

The C4 season is already making history before a single ball has been struck. For the first time since the start of the Canadian National Pickleball League, free agency has become a reality. Five teams wasted no time capitalizing on the opportunity to add impact talent to their rosters. As the January 27 draft approaches, […]
by Elise Danielle

Anne-Sophie Courteau Signs as CNPL’s First Ever Free Agent

The London Smash are making waves ahead of the C4 season, announcing the signing of Anne-Sophie Courteau as the first-ever free agent acquisition in Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) history. Courteau, a dynamic and versatile competitor, joins a Smash squad already loaded with championship-caliber talent. Paired with the re-signed duo of Ryan Torresin and Jessica […]
by Elise Danielle

London Smash Re-Sign Ryan Torresin and Jessica Kawamoto for C4 Season

The London Smash are keeping their core intact as they charge into the C4 season of the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL), officially announcing the re-signing of Ryan Torresin and Jessica Kawamoto. Torresin and Kawamoto, the deadliest mixed duo in CNPL history, were major contributors to the Smash’s success throughout the 2025 campaign, bringing a […]
by Elise Danielle

CNPL III Playoffs: The Road to the Championship Begins

The regular season is in the books, and now it all comes down to the CNPL III Playoffs. Eight teams enter the postseason, but only one will walk away as Canadian champions. With high stakes, fierce rivalries, and the best talent in the country, fans are in for two unforgettable days of pickleball. Where: Smash […]
by Elise Danielle

RECAP: Club Med presents the CNPL III Metropolitan Split

The fourth split of the 2025 Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL), proudly presented by Club Med, delivered two full days of competitive intensity, standout performances, and shifting momentum across the league. Final Standings & Highlights By the close of play, the Lights topped the leaderboard, finishing with a 15–5 games record and an impressive 4–1 […]
by Elise Danielle

Metropolitan Split Location Confirmed

The Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) is bringing the action east for the CNPL III Metropolitan Split, happening September 6–7 at Court X in Oakville, ON. Co-hosted by Toronto United, this marquee event is the final regular-season stop before the playoffs. All eight teams will be vying for crucial points and it all takes place […]
by Elise Danielle

CNPL Eastern Split 2025: Full Recap

The Canadian National Pickleball League’s 2025 Eastern Split was a showcase of grit and excellence, as four teams—Southwestern Ontario Brewers, Toronto United Pickleball Club, Montreal Lions, and London Smash Pickleball Club—battled it out at the Royal Westcourt Social Club in Montreal. The London Smash proved strongest in the Eastern Split, closing with a standout performance. […]
by Elise Danielle

CNPL Central Split Recap: Canadian Pickleball Reaches New Heights

The CNPL Central Split has come to a close, and fans across the country are still buzzing from the most competitive and thrilling pickleball action ever seen in Canada. This event brought together the nation’s top teams and rising stars, delivering a weekend packed with intensity, strategy, and unforgettable moments. A Showcase of Elite Competition […]
by Elise Danielle

Grounds Passes Now Available for the Opening CNPL Events!

The Canadian National Pickleball League is thrilled to kick off its season with two exciting events this year, and we’re inviting fans to be part of the action with our exclusive grounds passes. Whether you’re a seasoned pickleball enthusiast or curious to see what the excitement is all about, these events are the perfect opportunity […]