PPA Tour Women’s Singles Rankings: The latest PPA Rankings, presented by Southwest Rapid Rewards, have been revealed, with 18-year-old Anna Leigh Waters claiming the top spot in women’s singles after the Australia Pickleball Open. Waters continues her strong performance in pickleball, holding 18,400 points and leading a competitive field of talented players.
Top Players in Women’s Singles
Anna Leigh Waters is the dominant figure in women’s singles with 18,400 points, showing her consistent dominance in the sport. In second place is 33-year-old Kaitlyn Christian from the U.S. with 10,500 points, followed by Brooke Buckner, also from the U.S., with 9,100 points in third.
Other top players include Lea Jansen in fourth, Catherine Parenteau from Canada in fifth, and Kate Fahey in sixth. Parenteau, a consistent contender, has earned 8,600 points.
Full Women’s Singles Rankings
| Rank | Name | Country | Age | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anna Leigh Waters | USA | 18 | 18,400 |
| 2 | Kaitlyn Christian | USA | 33 | 10,500 |
| 3 | Brooke Buckner | USA | 32 | 9,100 |
| 4 | Lea Jansen | USA | 32 | 9,000 |
| 5 | Catherine Parenteau | Canada | 30 | 8,600 |
| 6 | Kate Fahey | USA | 28 | 8,450 |
| 7 | Parris Todd | USA | 26 | 8,075 |
| 8 | Salome Devidze | Georgia | 39 | 7,600 |
| 9 | Mary Brascia | USA | 25 | 6,350 |
| 10 | Judit Castillo | Spain | 26 | 4,925 |
Ranking Breakdown
The PPA Rankings are based on two key formats: the 52 Week ranking, which tracks points accumulated over the past year, and The Race, which focuses on points earned during the current calendar year.
The rankings reflect a healthy mix of emerging young talent like Waters and experienced players such as Kaitlyn Christian, showing the continued growth of the sport.
Impact of the Rankings
These rankings are important for determining entry and seeding in tournaments, making them a key tool for players aiming for success on the PPA Tour. With Waters holding the top spot, the competition for second place is fierce, and players like Parenteau and Fahey continue to show strong results.
As the season progresses, these rankings will be critical in shaping the field for upcoming tournaments, with players looking to climb the ranks and secure their spot at the top.
News in Brief: PPA Tour Women’s Singles Rankings
Anna Leigh Waters leads the latest PPA Women’s Singles Rankings with 18,400 points, followed by Kaitlyn Christian and Brooke Buckner.
The rankings highlight young talent and experienced players, including Catherine Parenteau and Kate Fahey. The rankings play a key role in tournament entry and seeding, shaping the competitive landscape as players aim for the top.
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