Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Partnership Ends: Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau, one of the top women’s pickleball doubles teams, have officially split. The news came days after Parenteau posted a farewell message online. The breakup ends a dominant 159-6 record. The reasons remain unclear, but both players have confirmed the change just before MLP Orlando.
A Surprise End to a Winning Duo
Fans were shocked by the sudden split. Waters and Parenteau had one of the most successful records in women’s doubles. Speculation started when Parenteau posted a goodbye to Waters. The next day, she confirmed the news on The Hannah Johns Podcast.
“Honestly, it was a little bit shocking. It’s not something I was aware of”-(Catherine Parenteau)
Her usual upbeat personality was missing as she explained how it felt to learn about the end of the partnership.
Despite her sadness, Parenteau wished Waters well. There was no sign of drama or anger.
“It’s going to be interesting, different, you know, mixed feelings. It’s going to be different at first, but I’m sure we’re going to get used to it”-(Catherine Parenteau)
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New Partners and Familiar Names
Anna Leigh Waters has teamed up with Anna Bright, a younger rising star in the sport. Their new partnership brings even more attention, especially because Bright used to play with Rachel Rohrabacher.
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Rohrabacher and Bright had a strong bond. They were the first team to beat Waters and Parenteau. Fans knew them as “The Girlies.” Rohrabacher has not spoken much about the change but posted on Instagram:
“I will always look back on our time together with nothing but gratitude and love.”-(Rachel Rohrabacher)
Rohrabacher has recently been practicing with other pro players, including Parris Todd and the Johnson siblings. She appears to be seeking a fresh start on the court.
Strong Support Off the Court
Both Parenteau and Rohrabacher have supportive partners outside of pickleball. Parenteau is married to Athena Trouillot. Rohrabacher is engaged to Bobby Edwards.
There have been no harsh comments or public fights. All involved have remained respectful. “Classy” is how many fans are describing the breakup.
Though emotions are clearly involved, no one has posted dramatic videos or angry messages. That has helped keep the focus on the game itself.
What Comes Next
The pickleball world is watching closely. With MLP Orlando coming up, Waters and Parenteau may soon face each other on the court. Fans are eager to see how the new teams perform.
The changes show how quickly things can shift in pro pickleball. Even strong teams can break up, and new rivals can form. Though many will miss the old pairings, they are ready to see what happens next.
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News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Partnership Ends
Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau have ended their winning pickleball partnership. The unexpected split comes before MLP Orlando. Parenteau shared her feelings on The Hannah Johns Podcast. Waters will now partner with Anna Bright. All involved are handling the change with grace and respect.
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