APP Great Lakes Open Men’s Doubles: The men’s pro doubles quarterfinals at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open were played on Saturday, August 16. Four winning teams secured their places in the semifinals as they continued their chase for the golden ticket to the 2026 USA Pickleball National Championships.
Richard Livornese Jr and Tanner Tomassi Cruise to Victory
In the first quarterfinal, Richard Livornese Jr and Tanner Tomassi dominated their match. They defeated Thomas Yu and Len Yang in straight games, winning 11–7, 11–13, and 11–6 to secure a convincing win and move forward.
Ammar Wazir and Randy Blanco Push Through
The second quarterfinal was closer. Ammar Wazir and Randy Blanco held off Cameron Luhring and Kyle Koszuta with scores of 12–10 and 11–6. Their strong teamwork allowed them to advance to the semifinals.
Aidan Schenk and Clayton Powell Control the Match
In the third quarterfinal, Aidan Schenk and Clayton Powell showed consistency. They overpowered Elijah Bertram and Elliott Schupp in straight games, winning 11–5 and 11–8 to book their semifinal spot.
Purple Jesus Manthou and Ben Newell Finish Strong
The final quarterfinal featured Purple Jesus Manthou and Ben Newell against Wade Heerboth and Claudio Quinones Garcia. Manthou and Newell won with scores of 11–2, 5–11, and 11–7, closing out the round and taking the last place in the semifinals.
What’s Next
With these wins, the semifinal field is complete. Richard Livornese Jr and Tanner Tomassi, Ammar Wazir and Randy Blanco, Aidan Schenk and Clayton Powell, and Purple Jesus Manthou and Ben Newell will now fight for a spot in the championship match. Each team is still in the running for the golden ticket to the 2026 USA Pickleball National Championships.
News in Brief: APP Great Lakes Open Men’s Doubles
Four teams moved on to the men’s pro doubles semifinals at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open on August 16. Winners were Richard Livornese Jr and Tanner Tomassi, Ammar Wazir and Randy Blanco, Aidan Schenk and Clayton Powell, and Purple Jesus Manthou and Ben Newell. They remain in the hunt for the golden ticket.
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