Why Anna Leigh Waters Keeps Winning: The Skills Behind Her Dominance
Break down the key skills, movement, and court IQ that make Anna Leigh Waters the most dominant player in pickleball.
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Mixed Doubles Pickleball Strategy: Court Positioning, Stacking & Partner Play
Main Points Summary This video breaks down several important mixed doubles pickleball strategy concepts using live rally examples. One of the biggest themes is the importance of clearly defined partner roles. In mixed doubles, one player can act as the setup player while the other becomes the attacking “hammer.” When both players understand their responsibilities, […]
PARTNERS Ep. 1: Inside Pickleball’s Biggest Rivalries, Partnerships, and Tour Drama
A look at the biggest rivalries, changing partnerships, and business pressure shaping pro pickleball on the PPA Tour.
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Vivienne David/Thomas Wilson – Cincinnati Open
#1 ranked mixed double Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #6 ranked Vivienne David and Thomas Wilson championship match.
3.5 Mixed Doubles Pickleball Gold Medal Match Analysis
This video provides a comprehensive analysis of a 3.5 mixed doubles gold medal pickleball match, highlighting the advanced strategies and techniques used by the players. The match showcases skill levels that arguably exceed the 3.5 rating, with players demonstrating excellent shot placement, strategic movement towards the non-volley zone, and effective point construction. Throughout the match, […]
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Jessie Irvine/Christian Alshon – Austin Open
#1 ranked mixed double Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #5 ranked Jessie Irvine and Christian Alshon semi finals match.
Analyzing 3.0 Pickleball Players and How They Can Improve
Main Points Summary This video provides an insightful analysis of a pickleball match at the 3.0 level, identifying critical mistakes that hinder players from advancing to higher skill levels. A prevalent issue among 3.0 players is the lack of mental focus right from the beginning of the game. The analysis emphasizes that being mentally prepared […]
Etta Wright/Ben Johns vs Anna Bright/James Ignatowich – Red Rock Open
#1 ranked mixed double Etta Wright and Ben Johns against #2 ranked Anna Bright and James Ignatowich championship match.
Anna Bright/Ben Johns vs Thomas Wilson/ Vivienne David – Veolia Open
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Bright and Ben Johns against #2 ranked Thomas Wilson and Vivienne David championship match
Anna Bright/Ben Johns vs Lina Padegimaite/Rafa Hewett – Veolia Open
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Bright and Ben Johns against #16 ranked Lina Padegimaite and Rafa Hewett round 16 match.
Anna Bright/Ben Johns vs Dominique Schaefer/Todd Fought – Veolia Open
#1 ranked mixed double Anna Bright and Ben Johns against #26 ranked Dominique Schaefer and Todd Fought round of 32 match.
Anna Bright/Ben Johns vs Tina Pisnik/Collin Johns – Veolia Open
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Bright and Ben Johns against #8 ranked Tina Pisnik and Collin Johns semi finals match.
Anna Bright/Ben Johns vs Jessie Irvine/Zane Navratil – Veolia Open
#1 ranked mixed double Anna Bright and Ben Johns against #5 ranked Jessie Irvine and Zane Navratil quarter finals match.
Ben Johns/Etta Wright vs Dekel Bar/Tina Pisnik – Veolia Houston Open
#2 ranked mixed double Ben Johns/Etta Wright against #11 ranked Dekel Bar/Tina Pisnik finals match.
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Vivienne David/Thomas Wilson – North Carolina Cup
#1 ranked mixed double Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns against #3 ranked Vivienne David/Thomas Wilson semi finals match.
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Tina Pisnik/Dekel Bar – North Carolina Cup
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #13 ranked Tina Pisnikand Dekel Bar championship match.
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Jackie Kawamoto/Christian Alshon – North Carolina Cup
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #15 Jackie Kawamoto and Christian Alshon round of 16 match.
Highlights from Jack Sock/Anna Leigh Waters vs. “The Joe Schmoe Team”
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Anna Bright/Andrei Daescu – Veolia Austin Open
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #4 ranked Anna Bright and Andrei Daescu championship match.
San Diego Pickleball Championship 2024: 3.5 Mixed Doubles
CAPA San Diego Championship 2024: 3.5 Mixed Doubles at Rancho Arbolitos Swim Club.
Highlights from the CIBC PPA Tour Finals
Watch some of the most insane plays from the CIBC PPA Tour Finals. From ATPs to ernes to firefights!
Collin Johns/Anna Bright vs Lea Jansen/Hayden Patruquin – Indoor USA Championships
#2 ranked mixed doubles Collin Johns and Anna Bright against #8 ranked Lea Jansen and Hayden Patruquin quarter finals match.
Gold Medal Match: Mixed 4.0 65+ at US Open 2023 Pickleball
Gold Medal Match: Mixed 3.5 60+ at Nationals 2022
This tournament was in 2022, before the chainsaw spin serve became illegal. Watch this video to see the crazy serve in the wild. One of the players uses it effectively to gain an advantage.
CAPA Claremont Open 2024: 4.0 Mixed Gold Medal Match
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Catherine Parenteau/Jack Sock – Mesa Arizona Open
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #7 ranked Catherine Parenteau and Jack Sock quarter finals match.
Pickleball Slam 2 – Agassi vs. McEnroe
McEnroe looks to exact revenge against Agassi for the loss he endured in the original Pickleball Slam.
Ben Johns/Anna Leigh Waters vs Catherine Parenteau/Christian Alshon – Desert Ridge Open
#1 ranked mixed double Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters against #6 Catherine Parenteau and Christian Alshon quarter finals match.
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Jorja Johnson/JW Johnson – PPA Tour Finals
#1 ranked mixed doubles Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #4 Jorja Johnson and JW Johnson championship match.
Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Jorja Johnson/JW Johnson – Gold Cup
#1 ranked mixed double Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns against #3 ranked Jorja Johnson and JW Johnson championship match.