Martinez Vich moves into singles final

Jaume Martinez Vich played so well, was so dominant and was so effective Saturday morning in Dallas at the PPA’s National Championship, it looked like he didn’t miss a shot. He took apart Hunter Johnson in two efficient and effective games, 11-5, 11-2 and moved to...

A day in the life of a pickleball pro at Nationals: Christian Alshon

On Thursday, Nov. 9, I spent the day with PPA Tour pro Christian Alshon.  The seventh-ranked player in the world had a full schedule consisting of matches in every discipline – men’s singles, mixed doubles, and men’s doubles.  Before hitting the court, Alshon began...

DRAW REVEAL: Biofreeze USA Pickleball National Championships powered by Invited and PPA Tour

The Biofreeze USA Pickleball National Championships powered by Invited and PPA Tour has officially kicked off and the professional draws for all five divisions of play have officially been released. It’s time to dive into the excitement! As players gear up for intense...

Dallas Ties Make Nationals Feel Special

Dave Fleming isn’t from Dallas, but he’s called North Texas home for the past 20-plus years. Riley Newman isn’t from Dallas either, but he’s a recent transplant. And the PPA Tour didn’t originate in Dallas, but it’s based here now. And just like Fleming, Newman, and...

Devilliers primed for Nationals, competing in front of family

Jay Devilliers took full advantage of a break in the schedule to prepare for the biggest event in pickleball history With the 2023 Biofreeze USA Pickleball National Championships on the horizon, Jay Devilliers stopped by PPA Tour HQ in Dallas earlier this week for a...

Countdown to Nationals is on

The biggest pickleball event is getting ready to start. Are you ready? Are you going?  Everything starts Nov. 5 at the Brookhaven Country Club, outside of Dallas, Texas, and in addition to the thousands of participants, there is food, fun, entertainment and so much...