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Life Time's LT Pro 48 Pickleball Named Official Ball of Major League Pickleball; 2026 Season Kicks off in Dallas May 22
Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, and Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash), today announced that the LTPro 48 pickleball has been named the official ball of MLP, further cementing its position as a go-to pickleball for elite athletes and everyday players. The league's 2026 season will begin with MLP Dallas, May 22-25, where the LT Pro 48 will play a central role delivering consistency and quality across every match.
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