PHOENIX,Sept. 9, 2026/PRNewswire/ -- Pickleball will take center stage in Phoenix Sept. 13-20 when the Carvana PPA Tour brings the Veolia Arizona Open to the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa. Helping to drive a week-long celebration for the world's fastest-growing sport will be the Phoenix Flames, the Valley's hometown Major League Pickleball (MLP) team. Under the leadership of team owners Jeff and Chrissy Tsao and in collaboration with Center Court, the Flames will host two community events to bring fans, recreational players, and aspiring competitors closer to the professional game.