The 2026 PPA Tour season continues with one of the most anticipated Mixed Doubles matchups of the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships. On Friday, May 1, 2026, the court heated up as the second-seeded sibling duo JW and Jorja Johnson took on the powerhouse pairing of Allyce Jones and Blaine Hovenier.
Broadcasting live from Life Time Peachtree Corners in Georgia, this Round of 32 clash showcased the high-speed hand battles and tactical dinking that have made pickleball the fastest-growing sport in America.
The Matchup: Youthful Dominance vs. Defensive Grit
The Johnson siblings arrived in Atlanta as a heavy favorite. JW Johnson, widely considered one of the best “reset” players in the world, paired his calm demeanor with Jorja’s aggressive baseline drives.
Across the net, Allyce Jones—famous for her “never-say-die” attitude and diving gets—provided the defensive backbone for her team. Partnered with the powerful Blaine Hovenier, the duo aimed to disrupt the Johnsons’ rhythm with aggressive poaches and high-pressure volleys.
Match Details
| Feature | JW & Jorja Johnson | Jones & Hovenier |
| PPA Ranking | No. 2 Seed | Top 32 Seed |
| Strategy | Precise Resets / Fast Hands | Aggressive Defense / Power |
| Venue | Humana Championship Court | Life Time Peachtree Corners |
PPA Atlanta Schedule & Results
The Veolia Atlanta Championships is a “Grand Slam” style event on the PPA Tour, featuring a grueling schedule across all pro divisions.
- Thursday, April 30: Pro Singles (Hunter Johnson, Federico Staksrud)
- Friday, May 1: Pro Mixed Doubles (Johnson/Johnson vs. Jones/Hovenier)
- Saturday, May 2: Pro Gender Doubles (Men’s & Women’s)
- Sunday, May 3: Championship Sunday (Gold Medal Matches)
How to Watch & Follow Live
If you missed the live broadcast, you can catch the full match replays and highlights through official PPA Tour partners.
- Official Stream: PPA Tour YouTube Channel
- Live Scores: Pickleball.com Match Center
- TV Coverage: Select matches are broadcast on PickleballTV and FOX Sports.
Note on “Rumble in the Jungle”: While some social media posts have used the “Rumble in the Jungle” tagline, that historic title officially belongs to the 1974 Ali-Foreman boxing match. However, the intensity at the Peachtree Corners facility certainly lived up to the name for pickleball fans!
Final Results
JW Johnson and Jorja Johnson continued their dominant run, showcasing why they are the current gold standard for sibling partnerships in the PPA. For more live updates from the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships, follow the PPA Tour on Instagram and X.
