Jose Derisi and Sheri Courter captured the gold medal in mixed doubles at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Daytona Beach. The event, held from February 5-9 at Pictona at Holly Hill, showcased fierce competition and high-level pickleball at one of the sport’s premier venues.
Derisi and Courter Win in Mixed Doubles (50+)
The $100k Vlasic Classic Daytona Beach Open featured 32 main draw players and a 12-team qualifier. In the final match, Derisi and Courter defeated Lee Whitwell and Jaime Oncins in two tight games, 13-11 and 11-9.
This marks their second consecutive gold medal, following a win three weeks ago at the APP Fort Lauderdale event. For their victory, Derisi and Courter earned $3,000 and 600 APP ranking points, solidifying their positions in the sport.
(50+) Mixed Doubles Final Results
The competition was intense, with the top eight finishers earning cash prizes. Here are the final results:
- 1st Place: Jose Derisi / Sheri Courter – $3,000
- 2nd Place: Lee Whitwell / Jaime Oncins – $1,600
- 3rd Place: A. Spielberger / M. Morariu – $1,000
- 4th Place: A. Simon / M. Reist – $700
- 5th Place: M. H. Atkins / P. Cote – $500
- 6th Place: K. Kochis / M. Porcelli – $500
- 7th Place: H. Lovett / S. Moore – $250
- 8th Place: C. Domoracki / D. Weinbach – $250
Successful Event on the APP Tour
The 2025 APP Vlasic Classic was another successful stop on the APP/AARP Champions Tour, showcasing top senior pickleball talent. As a Tier II event, players earned crucial ranking points alongside their prize money.
The next event on the APP/AARP Champions Tour will be in Sacramento, California, from February 26 to March 2, 2025. The competition is expected to intensify as the season progresses. The 2025 season is well underway, and more exciting pickleball action is just around the corner.
News in Brief: Jose Derisi and Sheri Courter
Jose Derisi and Sheri Courter won gold in mixed doubles at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Daytona Beach, defeating Lee Whitwell and Jaime Oncins. They earned $3,000 and 600 ranking points. The next stop is in Sacramento, California, from February 26 to March 2, 2025.