Exciting Action at the 2024 PPA USA Indoor Championships in Lakeville
The Professional Pickleball Association recently held its indoor-only event, the 2024 PPA USA Indoor Championships, at the Life Time club in Lakeville, Minneapolis. The tournament saw some unexpected matchups and new champions emerge, as top players like Waters and Johns took the week off.
In the Men’s Pro Singles, Federico Staksrud continued his dominance by claiming the gold medal, with Connor Garnett securing silver and Christian Alshon taking home the bronze. Staksrud’s win solidified his lead in the season standings and brought him closer to the top spot in the rankings.
On the Women’s side, Salome Devidze emerged victorious in the Pro Singles, defeating Parris Todd in a hard-fought final. Catherine Parenteau settled for bronze in a tournament that saw some surprising upsets and come-from-behind victories.
In the Mixed Pro Doubles, the team of Vivienne David and Thomas Wilson claimed the gold medal without dropping a game, showcasing their solid pickleball skills throughout the weekend. Wilson’s win marked his first-ever PPA gold medal, while David added another gold to her career tally.
The Men’s Pro Doubles saw a mix of new partnerships and familiar faces, with Alshon and Wilson ultimately dominating to claim the title. In the Women’s Pro Doubles, Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher secured the gold, with Lucy Kovalova and Callie Smith taking silver.
In the Senior Open Competition, Chad Flynn, Altaf Merchant, Steve Deakin, Nicole Idalski, and Kyle Jordre all emerged as champions in their respective categories, showcasing their skills and experience on the court.
Overall, the 2024 PPA USA Indoor Championships provided fans with exciting matches, unexpected outcomes, and new champions to celebrate. The tournament’s unique indoor setting and challenging surface added an extra layer of intrigue to the competition, making it a memorable event for players and spectators alike.
