Lee Whitwell and Angela Lettiere Simon continued their dominance at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Daytona Beach by securing the gold medal in the APP/AARP Champions Tour women’s 50+ doubles. The event, held from February 5-9 at Pictona at Holly Hill, saw 32 top players compete in a USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Event.
Top Performance from Whitwell and Lettiere Simon
Whitwell and Lettiere Simon, the top-seeded team and 2024 #1 ranked duo, delivered a strong performance. They clinched the gold medal with a straight-game victory over Karin Ptaszek-Kochis and Heather Smith Lovett. Their victory earned them $3,000 and 600 APP ranking points at this Tier II event.
Full Standings and Prize Money
1st – L. Whitwell / A. Lettiere Simon – $3,000 (600 points)
2nd – K. Kochis / H. Lovett – $1,600
3rd – C. Endara / S. Moorman – $1,000
4th – T. Taylor / A. Spielberger – $700
5th – D. Wiatroski / T. Steele – $500
6th – E. Novosetsky / C. Sharpsteen – $500
Looking Ahead
Whitwell and Lettiere Simon, after securing another title, will now set their sights on the next stop of the APP/AARP Champions Tour in Sacramento, from February 26 to March 2. Fans will be watching closely to see if they can continue their winning streak.
The 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Daytona Beach was another exciting chapter in the APP/AARP Champions Tour, proving that experience, skill, and determination are essential in the sport.
News in Brief: Lee Whitwell and Angela Lettiere Simon
Lee Whitwell and Angela Lettiere Simon took home the gold in the APP/AARP Champions Tour at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Daytona Beach. The duo won in women’s 50+ doubles, earning $3,000 and 600 APP ranking points.
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