From Love Connection to Championship Sunday

Julian Arnold has never been shy. Arnold is a talker on the court, not afraid to show his emotions, and has a pretty loud forehand too, so when he started opening his heart Friday evening about his relationship on and off the court with partner Lauren Stratman, it...

Ignatowich Wrestles His Way to Championship Sunday

James Ignatowich had some choice words to share yesterday.  He had just beaten No. 2 seed Jay Devilliers and earned a chance at his first PPA title. He looked comfortable and in control, smiling easily as he took the familiar spot for a quick, post-match interview....

Stats-Wrap: Arizona Grand Slam Finals

A look at the statistics from the gold medal matches at the PPA Arizona Grand Slam in Mesa, Arizona, on February 19, 2023. A few of the Sunday Standouts:  Anna Leigh Waters’ singles winning streak continues. Federico Staksrud had an 11-0 “pickle” in the second game of...

Storylines For The 2023 Vulcan Indoor National Championships

OVERALL TOP 5: Opportunity is Knocking LOUDLY! Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters are not playing this event. Who will step up? Under Cover: The adjustment to indoor pickleball (same surface, thanks to Acrytech’s expert court resurfacing) can be significant with...

Big Upsets on Friday Gives Fans New Names to Get Behind

What folks will be talking about Saturday at the PPA Tour’s Arizona Grand Slam in Mesa, Az: Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters will not play on Championship Sunday together. What folks ought to be talking about for the rest of the PPA season: how truly difficult it is to...