APP Next Gen Rankings: The APP Next Gen Events are groundbreaking, focusing on nurturing emerging champions among young adult pickleball players. The inaugural event took place from November 1 to 3, 2024, in Dallas, TX. Following this event, here are the updated standings for the APP Next Gen. Our mission is to offer top American pickleball players a platform to compete and receive valuable coaching and education from seasoned professionals. This format is designed to prepare young talents to represent the United States in upcoming international and APP Tour professional competitions.
1. Men’s ranking
The latest APP Next Gen standings highlight top male players: Richard Livornese Jr. leads with 5120 points, followed by Jack Munro with 5060 points. Spencer Lanier rounds out the top three with 4460 points. These rankings showcase the emerging talent poised to excel in future professional and international pickleball competitions.
| Rank | Name | Age | State | Points |
| 1 | Richard Livornese Jr | 23 | New Jersey | 5120 |
| 2 | Jack Munro | 20 | Texas | 5060 |
| 3 | Spencer Lanier | 21 | Oregon | 4460 |
| 4 | Clayton Powell | 17 | Oregon | 4460 |
| 5 | Kaden Seward | 22 | Missouri | 4320 |
| 6 | Jayden Broderick | 18 | South Carolina | 4150 |
| 7 | Aidan Schenk | 18 | Oregon | 4150 |
| 8 | Elijah Bertram | 19 | Illinois | 4050 |
| 9 | Elliott Schupp | 17 | Arkansas | 3855 |
| 10 | Cameron Luhring | 21 | Nebraska | 3688 |
| 11 | Drake Palm | 20 | California | 3550 |
| 12 | Alec Lamacchio | 17 | Florida | 3428 |
| 13 | Will Gardner | 23 | Oregon | 3307 |
| 14 | Eric Oncins | 22 | Florida | 3280 |
| 15 | Ronan Camron | 19 | Florida | 3120 |
| 16 | Jonathan Merchan | 21 | California | 2975 |
| 17 | Caleb Herrick | 17 | New Hampshire | 2927 |
| 18 | Jack Foster | 22 | Florida | 2720 |
| 19 | Chandler Carnett | 15 | Texas | 2668 |
| 20 | Alexander Valencia | 18 | Texas | 2664 |
2. Women’s ranking
The top female pickleball players in the The APP Next Gen standings highlight Riley Bohnert, 19, from Kentucky, as the top female player with an impressive 5220 points. Close behind her is Alia Brown, an 18-year-old from Georgia, who has accumulated 4740 points. These rankings reflect their exceptional performances and consistent results in the APP Next Gen events.
Bohnert’s and Brown’s achievements show their strong skills and competitive edge, setting them apart in the realm of young pickleball talent. As the season progresses, their continued success will be closely watched by the pickleball community, anticipating further advancements and potential breakthroughs.
| Rank | Name | Age | State | Points |
| 1 | Riley Bohnert | 19 | Kentucky | 5220 |
| 2 | Alia Brown | 18 | Georgia | 4740 |
| 3 | Lauren Mercado | 17 | Nevada | 4690 |
| 4 | Ava Kalist | 19 | Pennsylvania | 4480 |
| 5 | Elise Fortino | 23 | Colorado | 3720 |
| 6 | Abigail O’Kelley | 16 | Tennessee | 3620 |
| 7 | Darcy Shore | 17 | Nevada | 3480 |
| 8 | Brooke Revuelta | 18 | Florida | 3360 |
| 9 | Olivia Sutton | 17 | Missouri | 3310 |
| 10 | Hannah O’Kelley | 19 | Tennessee | 3170 |
| 11 | Alexa Schull | 17 | Florida | 3040 |
| 12 | Bella Nelson | 18 | Florida | 2710 |
| 13 | Chandra Kusuma | 23 | South Carolina | 2460 |
| 14 | Jaeda Minniefield | 14 | Georgia | 2390 |
| 15 | Mary Monson | 15 | Utah | 2310 |
| 16 | Lucah Folden | 22 | Arizona | 2260 |
| 17 | Ella Yeh | 14 | Texas | 2250 |
| 18 | Ava Cavataio | 19 | Florida | 1440 |
| 19 | Morgan Brown | 16 | Florida | 1330 |
| 20 | Ivy Tschetter | 19 | Minnesota | 1330 |
News in Brief: APP Next Gen Rankings
The APP Next Gen Events, pioneering in young adult pickleball, began with its inaugural event from November 1-3, 2024, in Dallas, TX. The updated standings reveal Richard Livornese Jr. leading the men’s rankings with 5120 points, followed by Jack Munro with 5060, and Spencer Lanier with 4460.
For women, Riley Bohnert tops the list with 5220 points, with Alia Brown at 4740 and Lauren Mercado at 4690. These rankings highlight the exceptional talent emerging in the pickleball community, showcasing players poised for success in future professional and international competitions.
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