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Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns competing on the PPA Tour.

.com·Aug 5, 2026Carvana PPA Tour announces global “World Pickleball Rankings” systemThe first-of-its-kind ranking unifies every PPA Tour event into a single ranking and crowns the sport’s best all-around players.Reads on Pickleball.com

Europe is stepping onto the global pickleball stage in a big way.

.com·Aug 4, 2026A new frontier: PPA Tour Europe is bornA 20-event season across nine countries sets the stage for top players to rise and compete on a global level.Reads on Pickleball.com

.com·Jul 1, 2026PPA Tour calendar gets a shakeupOne of the biggest changes sees the Veolia Arizona Open added to the schedule in September.Reads on Pickleball.com

Carlota Trevino and Kelly Goodnow after winning the women's doubles title at the Boise PPA Challenger.

.com·Jun 16, 2026Kelly Goodnow becomes youngest gold medalist in PPA Tour history at Boise ChallengerOne of Anna Leigh Waters' longest-standing records in pro pickleball was broken over the weekend by a young star with a bright future.Reads on Pickleball.com

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023The Defining Trait That Top Teams PossessA pivotal portion of a match is often during a high-scoring game when both teams have game point opportunities. For example, “Team A” is losing 11-10-2, and is receiving serve. “Team A”PPA Tour

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Wilson Balancing Life, Pickleball, and MoreAfter 10 years of marriage, professional pickleball, a full-time job, and everything in between, Thomas Wilson is used to having to be flexible. “Life has a funny way of throwing…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Waters Walks It and Talks It in AtlantaThere was a moment after Anna Leigh Waters won her first of three titles Sunday in Atlanta where she caught herself and nearly changed directions. No, not on the court…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Acrytech Atlanta Open: Championship Sunday Preview from the Stats Desk=== MEN’S SINGLES === UPSETS! A huge bracket with 32 players led to several upsets, including nine of the top ten players. Christian Alshon, ranked in the Top Ten for the…Jim Ramsey

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Storylines: Acrytech Atlanta OpenOVERALL TOP 5: MEN’S SINGLES: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Four-Event Series on Major Network with “Grow the Game Grant” AnnouncedAre you ready for the most thrilling and competitive event in the world of Pickleball? The PPA Tour World Championship Series is just around the corner, and it’s set to…PPA Tour

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Sock Makes Singles Debut, Falls in QuarterfinalsFor the first time since he played junior tennis, Jack Sock didn’t have a ball boy helping out. And for the first time since he played junior tennis, Sock had…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023ROAR ORGANIC NAMED THE OFFICIAL HYDRATION PARTNER OF THE PROFESSIONAL PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATIONBeverage brand joins Carvana PPA Tour offering complete hydration to players and attendees BETHLEHEM, Pa. (May 3, 2023) —Today, ROAR® Organic, the fast-growing Complete Hydration™ beverage brand, announced an exciting…Jeff Watson

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023STORYLINES: OS1ST NORTH CAROLINA OPEN PRESENTED BY INTRALINKSOVERALL TOP 5: VENUE/EVENT: MEN’S SINGLES: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Storylines: OGIO Newport Beach ShootoutOVERALL TOP 5: VENUE/EVENT: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Building a Pickleball CourtLooking into building a pickleball court of your own? Let’s chat. Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports. It’s easy to play, social, and lots of fun. Plus, it’s a…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Newman and Ignatowich Pairing Make ‘Connection,’ Earn BronzeIf this was “Love Connection,” James Ignatowich wouldn’t be expecting a chance at another date. OK, that 1980s game show reference is a bit outdated. If Friday in Utah was…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Pickleball Changes Lives: Victor’s StoryVictor Patrocino never got to play pickleball with his brother. But he thinks about him every time he steps on the court. Victor and his brother Kevin did everything together…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023SELKIRK RED ROCK OPEN STORYLINESOVERALL TOP 5: VENUE: MEN’S SINGLES: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES: Watch all the action Wednesday-Saturday this week via PPA TV on YouTube and tennischannel.com.Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Thanh Vo RememberedThe PPA Tour held a moment of silence on Championship Sunday at the Austin Open on March 19th for Senior Pro and pickleball lover, Thanh Vo. Vo passed away Thursday…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Tennis No Longer, Christian Alshon Is All In On PickleballChristian Alshon was a top-ranked junior tennis player. OK, that’s not necessarily uncommon in the world of professional pickleball. The PPA Tour landscape is teaming with ex-tennis players. But the…Andrew Gilman

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Storylines: Onix Austin Showdown Powered By InvitedOVERALL TOP 5: VENUE: MEN’S SINGLES: WOMENS SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMENS DOUBLES: MENS DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023STORYLINES: THE RED CLAY HOT SAUCE FLORIDA OPENOVERALL TOP 5: VENUE: MEN’S SINGLES: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…PPA Tour

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Storylines For The 2023 Vulcan Indoor National ChampionshipsOVERALL TOP 5: MEN’S SINGLES: WATCH OUT FOR: Christian Alshon – he playing hot; could this be his week to break through to the semis or finals? WOMEN’S SINGLES: WATCH…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Winning Streaks from the Stats DeskAchieving excellence in any sport is difficult. Maintaining that level is even more challenging. This is true on the PPA Tour, where the influx of talented players, better video analysis…Jim Ramsey

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023STORYLINES FOR THE 2023 CARVANA ARIZONA GRAND SLAMGENERAL: MEN’S SINGLES: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023PPA Tour Makes Historical Strides in 2022Two words sum up a breakout season for the PPA in 2022: Big Firsts. 2022 was massive. The season included multiple national TV appearances, new celebrity events, new medalists, and…PPA Tour

Analysis · Jul 11, 2023Storylines to Follow: JW Marriott Desert Ridge OpenAnother big week on the PPA Tour kicks off with some exciting storylines for fans to follow and look for. Read on for more! QUICK HITS: Will there be a…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Jul 11, 20232022 Gold Medal Match Stats and FactsWhat a year! We’ve collected some of the most impressive statistics from the 2022 season, thanks to the help of statistician Jim Ramsey. These stats span all Gold Medal Doubles…Jim Ramsey

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