Results of State Games of West Virginia Pickleball: On July 27-28, 2024 — The State Games of West Virginia Pickleball Tournament delivered a weekend of intense competition and thrilling action, as players from across the region showed their skills in a series of well-fought matches. The event, held across multiple skill levels and age groups, highlighted the growing popularity of pickleball and the remarkable talent within the sport.
Men’s Doubles: A Display of Dominance
In the Men’s Doubles (Amateur) divisions, the competition was fierce, but a few pairs stood out. In the 3.0 and Under skill category, Justin Bell and Eric Lovejoy emerged as the top team, clinching the gold medal with a commanding performance. Johnson and Logan Bailey settled for silver.
Moving up in skill, the 3.5 and Under division saw Brandon Offutt and Brian Singer claim gold, displaying exceptional teamwork and strategic play. Caleb Casto and Allen Bell took silver, with Samuel Roten and Ryan Stewart rounding out the top three with the bronze.
The open skill category saw Ken Pemberton and Ashton Cottrell capture the gold with their dynamic play, while Kevin Stalnaker and Noah Stalnaker earned silver. John Clark and David Layne put up a strong fight for the bronze.
Men’s Singles: Solo Performances
In the Men’s Singles (Amateur) division, Neal Johnson delivered a standout performance to secure the gold. Ken Pemberton, known for his aggressive style, took silver, while Jack Erwin took home the bronze after a commendable showing throughout the tournament.
Women’s Doubles: A Battle of Skill and Strategy
The Women’s Doubles (Amateur) categories were equally competitive. In the 3.0 and Under skill level, Kheng Yap McGuire and Lisa Humphreys secured the gold with impressive precision, leaving JoAnn Porter and Kathy Beevers with silver, and Deb Rucker and Karri Fischer with bronze.
For the 3.5 and Under skill level, Haven Lochow and Amy Lochow emerged victorious, showing superior coordination and finesse. Pamela Conrad and Holly Cyphert earned silver, while Cindy Gue and Marcia Hinshaw took the bronze.
In the Open Women’s Doubles, Melinda Backus and Linda Holmes showed their exceptional synergy to take gold. Dawn LeGrow and Diann Clark followed with silver, and Sherrie Munsey and Ashley Dills earned the bronze.
Women’s Singles: The Standout Performers
Amy Lochow won in the Open Women’s Singles division, capturing gold with a series of dominant performances. Holly Cyphert earned silver, with Ashley Dills rounding out the top three with bronze.
Mixed Doubles: Exciting Showdowns
The Mixed Doubles (Amateur) events were highlights of the tournament, with some outstanding performances. In the 3.5 Mixed Doubles, Amy Lochow and Torin Lochow took gold, showing a remarkable understanding of each other’s play styles. Pamela Conrad and Chuck Jessup claimed silver, while Mary Kelley and Gabe Smith secured bronze.
In the 55+ Mixed Doubles, Linda Holmes and Randy Ward emerged as gold medalists, followed by Diann Clark and Lloyd McGuffin with silver, and Jill Jones and Tim Smith with bronze.
For the Skill: 3.0 and Under Mixed Doubles, Gabriela Johnson and Ian Johnson clinched gold. Lisa Humphreys and Dave Meadows earned silver, while Stephanie Brown and Christopher Hinkle took bronze.
The Open Mixed Doubles featured an exciting finish with Dawn LeGrow and Christopher LeGrow taking the gold. Melinda Backus and Ken Pemberton secured silver, and Hanley Riner and Greg Riner earned bronze.
A Thrilling Tournament
The State Games of West Virginia Pickleball Tournament was a testament to the sport’s growing popularity and the high level of competition. With standout performances across various categories, the event highlighted not just the talent but also the sportsmanship and enthusiasm that pickleball brings to the community. As the final whistle blew, players and spectators left with anticipation for next year’s event, already looking forward to more exhilarating matches and fierce competition.
| Category | Skill Level | Age Group | Gold Medalists | Silver Medalists | Bronze Medalists |
| Men’s Doubles (Amateur) | |||||
| Skill: (3.0 And Under) | 3.0 and Under | Any | Justin Bell, Eric Lovejoy | Brad Johnson, Logan Bailey | – |
| Skill: (3.5 And Under) | 3.5 and Under | Any | Brandon Offutt, Brian Singer | Caleb Casto, Allen Bell | Samuel Roten, Ryan Stewart |
| Skill: (Any) | Any | Any | Ken Pemberton, Ashton Cottrell | Kevin Stalnaker, Noah Stalnaker | John Clark, David Layne |
| Men’s Singles (Amateur) | |||||
| Open Men’s Singles | Open | Any | Neal Johnson | Ken Pemberton | Jack Erwin |
| Women’s Doubles (Amateur) | |||||
| Skill: (3.0 And Under) | 3.0 and Under | Any | Kheng Yap McGuire, Lisa Humphreys | JoAnn Porter, Kathy Beevers | Deb Rucker, Karri Fischer |
| Skill: (3.5 And Under) | 3.5 and Under | Any | Haven Lochow, Amy Lochow | Pamela Conrad, Holly Cyphert | Cindy Gue, Marcia Hinshaw |
| Open Women’s Doubles | Open | Any | Melinda Backus, Linda Holmes | Dawn LeGrow, Diann Clark | Sherrie Munsey, Ashley Dills |
| Women’s Singles (Amateur) | |||||
| Open Women’s Singles | Open | Any | Amy Lochow | Holly Cyphert | Ashley Dills |
| Mixed Doubles (Amateur) | |||||
| 3.5 Mixed Doubles | 3.5 | Any | Amy Lochow, Torin Lochow | Pamela Conrad, Chuck Jessup | Mary Kelley, Gabe Smith |
| 55+ Mixed Doubles | 55+ | 55+ | Linda Holmes, Randy Ward | Diann Clark, Lloyd McGuffin | Jill Jones, Tim Smith |
| Skill: (3.0 And Under) | 3.0 and Under | Any | Gabriela Johnson, Ian Johnson | Lisa Humphreys, Dave Meadows | Stephanie Brown, Christopher Hinkle |
| Open Mixed Doubles | Open | Any | Dawn LeGrow, Christopher LeGrow | Melinda Backus, Ken Pemberton | Hanley Riner, Greg Riner |
News in Brief: Results of State Games of West Virginia Pickleball
The State Games of West Virginia Pickleball Tournament, held on July 27-28, 2024, showed intense competition across various skill levels. In Men’s Doubles, Justin Bell and Eric Lovejoy won gold in the 3.0 and Under category, while Brandon Offutt and Brian Singer claimed top honors in the 3.5 and Under division.
Ken Pemberton and Ashton Cottrell won the open skill level. Neal Johnson secured gold in Men’s Singles. For Women’s Doubles, Kheng Yap McGuire and Lisa Humphreys led in the 3.0 and Under, and Haven Lochow with Amy Lochow excelled in the 3.5 and Under category. Amy Lochow also won gold in Women’s Singles. In Mixed Doubles, notable performances included Amy and Torin Lochow in the 3.5 category and Linda Holmes and Randy Ward in the 55+ division.
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