Their journey to the championship was marked by impressive victories, including a win against Sarah Rahrig & Peggy Timbrook in the quarter-finals and a decisive triumph over Nancy Henderson & Stacey McKay in the semi-finals. Henderson & McKay, displaying their own prowess, secured the bronze medal by defeating Susan Powers & Nicole Walter with scores of 11-8, 11-8.
The tournament highlighted Johnson and Todorovic-Shaw’s remarkable talent and determination, showing their dominance in the competitive world of pickleball. Their victory at the BEER CITY OPEN adds an accolade to their careers, solidifying their status as formidable competitors in the sport.
Bronze Medal Winners: Nancy Henderson and Stacey McKay showcased their tenacity and skill at the pickleball Championships, claiming the bronze medal in a hard-fought battle against Susan Powers and Nicole Walter. The match concluded with Henderson and McKay emerging victorious with scores of 11-8, 11-8.
| Medal | Player 1 | Player 2 | Score |
| Gold | Julie Johnson | Natalija Todorovic-Shaw | 11-3, 11-3 |
| Silver | Kristen Harris | Chrishawn Spackman | |
| Bronze | Nancy Henderson | Stacey McKay | 11-8, 11-8 |
News in Brief: Julie Johnson and Natalija Todorovic Seize Gold
In Grand Rapids, Michigan, the 2024 Beer City Open is a beacon of excitement as Julie Johnson and Natalija Todorovic-Shaw dominate the Women’s Sr. Pro Doubles, securing gold with a commanding 11-3, 11-3 victory over Kristen Harris and Chrishawn Spackman. Harris and Spackman earn silver after a fierce final. Johnson and Todorovic-Shaw’s path to victory included defeating Sarah Rahrig & Peggy Timbrook in the quarter-finals and Nancy Henderson & Stacey McKay in the semi-finals. Henderson & McKay clinched bronze by overcoming Susan Powers & Nicole Walter 11-8, 11-8. The tournament underscores Johnson and Todorovic-Shaw’s prowess in pickleball’s competitive realm.
