2025 APP Next Gen National Team: The APP Next Gen program kicked off its 2025 season with a national team meeting at Chicken N Pickle in San Antonio, Texas, from February 13 to 16. The event gathered top young pickleball talents, offering them elite coaching and professional development under APP Founder and CEO Ken Herrmann.
A Program Shaping the Future of Pickleball
The APP Next Gen program was created to prepare young players for professional tournaments and international competitions. For the past five years, it has helped develop top-ranked American players, proving its impact in shaping the future of pickleball. Herrmann emphasized the program’s importance.
“This really, to me, is the fourth generation coming through the program. It warms me to see each current generation serve as a motivator for the next wave of aspiring players.” – (Herrmann)
The initiative provides structured training, mentorship, and competition to ensure young athletes are ready for the next level of play.
2025 APP US Next Gen National Team
This year’s APP US Next Gen National Team features seven men and six women, all considered rising stars.
Men’s Team
- Ronan Camron
- Drake Palm
- Elliot Schupp
- Jayden Broderick
- Eli Bertram
- Clayton Powell
- Aidan Schenk
Women’s Team
- Brooke Revuelta
- Lauren Mercado
- Alexa Schull
- Leah Tauber
- Ava Cavataio
- Bella Nelson
Experienced Coaching Staff
The players will be coached by Lee Whitwell and Chad Edwards, two highly respected figures in pickleball. Their guidance will help young athletes hone their skills and compete at the highest level.
A Promising Season Ahead
With San Antonio as the starting point, the APP Next Gen players will have multiple opportunities throughout the year to train and compete at elite levels. The initiative remains a key pathway for young athletes aiming to make their mark in professional pickleball.
News in Brief: 2025 APP Next Gen National Team
The APP Next Gen program launched its 2025 season in San Antonio, Texas, bringing together rising pickleball talents for training and mentorship. Led by Ken Herrmann, the program introduced its new national team and coaching staff. The initiative continues to be a leading platform for developing future pickleball champions.
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