Susannah Barr and Sheri Courter Capture Split-Age Gold: The APP Women’s Open presented by The James brought an exciting twist to the tournament with its unique format for Split-Age Women’s Pro Doubles. In this category, a seasoned pro aged 50 and older teamed up with a younger pro aged 50 and under, showcasing the remarkable skill and resilience across generations. After a full day of thrilling matches, the finals featured a captivating showdown between Megan Fudge and Angela Simon against Susannah Barr and Sheri Courter.
Barr and Courter: Masters of Momentum
The first game set the tone for an intense battle. Barr and Courter quickly established their rhythm, clinching the game 11-6. Their synergy was noticeable, and the momentum carried them into game two. With late-game finesse, they pulled away to secure an 11-8 victory, earning the split-age doubles gold and making history in the process.
“This lady is a beast out there,” Barr said, paying tribute to her partner, Courter.
“She just picked me up. I was having a hard time seeing the ball at first, and then we settled in and found our groove. Shouts out to Angela and Megan; they played great and are amazing competitors.” – (barr)
A Special Moment in the Hometown
For Barr, this tournament was more than just a competition; it was a celebration of community and support.
“This weekend was so special to be part of. We had a huge crowd supporting us, the staff has done an amazing job, all these women came together, and to have the first gold is pretty awesome.” – (barr)
Courter, a proud native of nearby Dublin, Ohio, echoed those sentiments.
“This is my hometown. I saw a lot of friendly faces out there, but I also saw just a lot of women supporting everyone. It’s a really special event.” – (barr)
Bronze Medalists Shine
In the race for bronze, Amanda Hendry and Lee Whitwell displayed impressive skills, taking home third place in this unique and inspiring format. Their performance added to the weekend’s excitement, highlighting the spirit of competition and camaraderie that defined the APP Women’s Open.
News in Brief: Susannah Barr and Sheri Courter Capture Split-Age Gold
The Split-Age Women’s Pro Doubles at the APP Women’s Open in Columbus, Ohio, concluded with Susannah Barr and Sheri Courter claiming gold after defeating Megan Fudge and Angela Simon, 11-6, 11-8. The innovative format paired a 50-and-older pro with a 50-and-younger pro, showcasing talent across generations.
Barr praised Courter’s support during the match. Amanda Hendry and Lee Whitwell secured the bronze medal, rounding out a memorable event celebrating women’s pickleball and community spirit.
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