The 12th Annual Mesa Regal Steve Judy Pickleball Tournament in Mesa, Arizona, provided three action-packed days of high-level competition. This year’s event showed top-tier talent across various skill levels and age groups, with the Men’s Doubles (4.5 and Above) division drawing significant attention. With fierce competition in every match, the finals of this division proved to be a spectacle of skill, precision, and sportsmanship.
Men’s Doubles 4.5 and Above
In the 50-and-above age group, the final match of the Men’s Doubles (4.5 and Above) division saw Rick Sereda and Keith Szautner face off against Paul Cordes and Thomas Dalessandro. The contest played over a best-of-three format, had its moments of excitement, but it was clear from the beginning that Cordes and Dalessandro were in control.
Sereda and Szautner were no match for their opponents in the first set, as Cordes and Dalessandro took an early lead and won the set 11-3. The second set mirrored the first, with Cordes and Dalessandro continuing to dominate with their strong serves and well-executed strategies. They sealed the match with another 11-3 victory, securing the title in decisive fashion.
Cordes and Dalessandro Claim Victory
Paul Cordes and Thomas Dalessandro’s victory in the Men’s Doubles (4.5 and Above) division was well-earned, as their level of play far outpaced their opponents in the final. Their teamwork and precision on the court were evident, and they emerged as clear champions in this highly competitive field.
Tournament Recap and Looking Forward
The 12th Annual Mesa Regal Steve Judy Pickleball Tournament once again proved to be a major event on the pickleball calendar, with top-tier players and exciting matches. The Men’s Doubles division (4.5 and Above) was just one of many thrilling moments from the event. Players and spectators can look forward to next year’s tournament, which promises even more intense competition and high-quality play.
News in Brief: Mesa Regal Steve Judy Pickleball Tournament 2024
The 12th Annual Mesa Regal Steve Judy Pickleball Tournament is taking place from December 2-4, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona. In the Men’s Doubles (4.5 and Above) division, Paul Cordes and Thomas Dalessandro dominated the final, defeating Rick Sereda and Keith Szautner in two straight sets, 11-3, 11-3.
Their performance solidified their place as the tournament champions in this competitive bracket. The event continues to attract top-level talent and remains a standout in the pickleball community.
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