Perfect at Home: London Smash Goes 5 x 0

Ed Sater
Aug 17
2 min read

Five matches. Five wins. One unforgettable weekend at home.

The 2026 CNPL Central Split was special from the very first serve.

Competing at Smash Pickleball London gave our players the chance to feel the energy of our community in every match. The cheers, applause and support from the stands made our home court atmosphere unforgettable.

And the team delivered.

Photos: @darreeebear

A Perfect Weekend

London Smash finished the Central Split with a perfect 5–0 record, winning 18 of 21 games and officially securing a place in the 2026 CNPL Playoffs.

Throughout the weekend, our players competed with confidence, composure and trust in one another. Every partnership contributed, and every point showed the strength of this team.

Photos: @darreeebear

We are incredibly proud of this result and everything the team has accomplished this season. Going undefeated at home was a major achievement, but our journey is not finished yet.

Thank You, London

This weekend belonged to our entire community.

Thank you to our fans, members, staff, volunteers, sponsors and families for creating such an incredible atmosphere. Your energy made a difference every time our players stepped onto the court.

We felt your support throughout the weekend, and we carried it with us through every match.

Photos: @darreeebear

The Next Battle

Five of the six CNPL Playoff spots have now been secured. The final position will be decided at the 2026 Season Finale, happening August 29–30 at Inclusive Place of Pickleball (IPOP) in Burnaby, British Columbia.