Anna Leigh Waters Reflects on Carvana Mesa Cup: Anna Leigh Waters delivered a standout performance at the PPA Tour Carvana Mesa Cup, securing two gold medals and a bronze. She reflected on the intense competition in an Instagram post, highlighting the energy, positivity, and support that fueled her success. Waters also praised her doubles partner Catherine Parenteau and thanked fans for their encouragement.
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Dominating the Competition
Waters described the tournament as “insane” due to its high level of play and demanding schedule.
Somehow I am still functioning after playing enough pickleball for a year in one week lol!” – (Waters)
Competing in a stacked field, she emerged with two gold medals and one bronze. “Pickleball is legit!” she added, emphasizing the sport’s growing intensity.
Teamwork and Fan Support
Waters credited her doubles partner, Catherine Parenteau, for her resilience under pressure.
“Catherine Parenteau is so resilient, and I’m so proud of how she handles every tight moment by being fearless and positive!” – (Waters)
She also acknowledged the role of fans in her success.
“HUGEEEE THANK YOU to the crowd and fans who helped me turn around multiple matches, but especially the singles! I couldn’t do it without you guys and your support!” – (Waters)
First Bronze with Ben Johns
In mixed doubles, Waters and Ben Johns claimed their first bronze medal together. “Ben Johns and I won our first bronze! Lezgoooo, so proud of us for regrouping after the semis! Let’s get the next one!!” she wrote, expressing excitement for future tournaments.
Recognizing Supporters
Waters extended gratitude to her team, sponsors, and the PPA Tour Carvana Mesa Cup organizers.
“Also thanks to Leigh Waters and my team for the support this past weekend! You’re the best!” – (Waters)
She also acknowledged referees, volunteers, and tournament staff.
“Gotta thank the refs, volunteers, and CARVANA PPA TOUR staff for all you guys do!” – (Waters)
Looking Ahead
Reflecting on her experience, Waters highlighted the power of positivity in competition.
“I also learned a lot about what energy, positivity, and fun can do to impact a match!” – (Waters)
With momentum from the PPA Tour Carvana Mesa Cup, she looks forward to future tournaments and new challenges.
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters Reflects on Carvana Mesa Cup
Anna Leigh Waters won two gold medals and a bronze at the PPA Tour Carvana Mesa Cup. She praised her doubles partner Catherine Parenteau and celebrated earning her first bronze with Ben Johns. Waters thanked fans, her team, sponsors, and tournament staff while emphasizing the importance of energy and positivity in her performance.
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