Anna Shirley’s APP Masters Tour Ranking: California’s Anna Shirley has stormed into the 2025 APP/AARP Masters Tour women’s doubles scene, climbing to a career-high #3 ranking after a standout performance at the APP Fort Lauderdale Open. A former Champions Tour year-end #1, Shirley now competes on the 50+ and 60+ circuits with growing success.
Shirley’s Transition to Masters Tour a Success
Since joining the APP Masters Tour in January, Anna Shirley has shown that age is just a number. Her fitness, professionalism, and competitive drive have quickly made her a top contender. With her recent results in Fort Lauderdale, Shirley jumped into the #3 position on the women’s doubles rankings.
She continues to compete on the Champions Tour as well, showing versatility across both divisions. Many in the community have praised her sportsmanship and grace, in victory and defeat.
Current Top 5 Women’s Masters Doubles Rankings
Following Fort Lauderdale, the APP/AARP Masters Tour updated its women’s doubles standings. The current top five ranked professionals are:
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Kristin Hickman – 3830 points
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Diane Wainio – 2800 points
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Anna Shirley – 2580 points
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Kris Anderson – 1800 points
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Bee Kilgore – 1680 points
Shirley’s rise to #3 marks one of the biggest jumps of the season.
Other Rising Stars in the Rankings
Several women also made strong moves in the updated rankings:
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Pamela Cooke – now ranked #10
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Lynn Salo – climbed to #11
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Jean Halahan – up to #13
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Jasna Stefanovic – reached #20
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Yannet Brister – now at #21
Flushing Meadows Hosts Next Tier I Event
The next APP/AARP Masters Tour stop will be the $150,000 APP New York City Open, held May 20–25 at Flushing Meadows. As a Tier I event, it offers major ranking points and high-level competition. With her recent momentum, Anna Shirley will be a top name to follow.
News in Brief: Anna Shirley’s APP Masters Tour Ranking
Anna Shirley reached #3 in APP/AARP Masters Tour women’s doubles rankings after a strong showing at the APP Fort Lauderdale Open. The former Champions Tour #1 continues to compete on both tours. Next stop: the $150k APP New York City Open in May, a Tier I event for Masters players.
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