5.23.26 | Thornton/Cutright vs Covington/Covington | 3.5 Men’s Doubles Pickleball

Event: 2026 Powerball Mississippi Amateur Pickleball State Championships powered by the Carvana PPA Tour & Southern Pickleball Location: The Picklr- Biloxi | Biloxi, MS Names: Tyler Thornton & Zach Cutright vs Keith Covington & Noah Covington Division: Men’s Doubles Skill Level: 3.5 Age Group: 8+/35 Welcome to the Mississippi Amateur State Championships, where players have gathered to compete for more than just medals. This weekend is about earning bragging rights, making a statement on the courts, and proving who belongs among the top amateur pickleball players in the state. All weekend long, competitors from across Mississippi and around the country have brought incredible energy and competition to Biloxi, all chasing the opportunity to qualify for some of the biggest amateur pickleball events in the nation. This championship has welcomed players from 16 different states and 3 countries, showcasing just how far the reach of the pickleball community continues to grow. The level of competition, passion, and excitement on these courts has been nothing short of electric. Medalists from this championship earn qualification spots to both the Southern Pickleball Championships and the World Pickleball Championships, giving players the chance to continue their road toward some of the sport’s most prestigious amateur stages. A huge thank you to our friends at Visit Coastal Mississippi (https://www.coastalmississippi.com/) and The Picklr Biloxi (https://thepicklr.com/location/biloxi/) for helping make this incredible Memorial Day Weekend possible. We’re grateful for their support in bringing players from across the country together on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for an unforgettable weekend of pickleball. From the amazing hospitality and coastal views to the incredible local food, beaches, and entertainment, Biloxi has been the perfect setting for championship-level competition and community. Thanks to our tour sponsor, Diadem (https://diademsports.com/pages/pickle..., for being the official ball of Southern Pickleball. Use code Southern10 for an additional discount at checkout! Be sure to subscribe to SouthernPickleballTV.com for more livestreams, match coverage, player features, and everything happening across the world of pickleball. Your support allows us to continue creating events and experiences like this, so don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow Southern Pickleball on social media to stay connected with all the action!   / southernpickleball     / southernpickleball     / southernpickleball