Delray Beach Pickleball is Life Challenge: The Delray Beach Gelato & Co Pickleball is Life Challenge 2025 successfully wrapped up from March 6-9, 2025, at the Delray Beach Tennis Center in Delray Beach, Florida. The tournament, now in its third year, featured 520 players competing across various skill levels, including junior, amateur, senior, and pro divisions.
With 23 outdoor pickleball courts and a DUPR-rated format, the event was highlighted by round-robin play, ensuring players had multiple matches before entering single-elimination playoffs. Franklin and Onix balls were used throughout the competition, maintaining high standards for play.
Winners Across All Divisions
| Division | Winners |
|---|---|
| Men’s Champions Pro Doubles (50+) | Brian Levine and Mircea Morariu |
| Men’s Masters Pro Doubles (60+) | Ivan Lendl and Larry Gold |
| Men’s Masters Pro Singles (60+) | Rob Polishook |
| Women’s Senior Pro Doubles (50+) | Karen Urban and Jean Halahan |
| Women’s Champions Pro Singles (50+) | Maja Palaversic |
| Mixed Champions Pro Doubles (50+) | Tracey Flynn and Brian Levine |
| Mixed Masters Pro Doubles (60+) | Jean Halahan and Ivan Lendl |
| Men’s Doubles (3.0) Age 34+ | Joshua DeLeon and Albert Perez |
| Men’s Doubles (3.5) Age 35-49 | Martin Knoll and James Brahm |
| Men’s Doubles (4.0) Age 50+ | Rodger Thomas and Raul Calvet |
| Men’s Doubles (5.0 and Above) | William Sobek and Rosti Sobek |
| Women’s Doubles (3.5) Age 50+ | Elaine DiDario and Kerry Shannon |
| Women’s Doubles (4.0) Age 9-52 | Yasmin Engineer and Amy Roberts |
| Mixed Doubles (3.5) Age 35-49 | Lori Brandt and Chazz Bain |
| Mixed Doubles (4.0) Age 50+ | Sandy Alkins and Gregg Alkins |
| Mixed Doubles (4.5) Age 9+ | Kimberly Holden and Jeffro Carrico |
A Memorable Tournament with Growing Popularity
With a record-breaking number of participants, the Delray Beach Gelato & Co Pickleball is Life Challenge 2025 showcased the sport’s rapid growth and high level of competition. The tournament provided an exceptional playing experience, thanks to its dedicated courts, structured formats, and professional-level organization.
News in Brief: Delray Beach Pickleball is Life Challenge
The Delray Beach Gelato & Co Pickleball is Life Challenge 2025 concluded on March 9, featuring 520 players in various categories. Top winners included Brian Levine, Mircea Morariu, Ivan Lendl, Maja Palaversic, and William Sobek. The pickleball tournament’s success highlights the continued rise of pickleball in Florida and beyond.
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