Men’s Skill 4.5 Amateur Doubles: The PPA Tour CIBC Texas Open 2025, one of the biggest events in professional and amateur pickleball, is taking place from March 12-16, 2025, at the Courts of McKinney in McKinney, Texas. The tournament features top-tier talent competing across various skill levels, including elite amateur players battling for medals in the Men’s Doubles 4.5 divisions.
Men’s Doubles Skill 4.5 (50-59) Delivers Thrilling Matches
On March 12, 2025, the Men’s Doubles (4.5 and Above, Age 50 to 59) category was completed in a double elimination bracket format. Teams showcased their agility, strategy, and endurance in highly competitive matches. The final results are as follows:
- Gold Medal – Nelson Obenita and Mario Pascua
- Silver Medal – Chip Morgan and Spike Borawski
- Bronze Medal – Rob Novick and Jeff Orkin
Nelson Obenita and Mario Pascua delivered a stellar performance throughout the tournament, securing the gold medal with their impressive shot-making and coordination. Chip Morgan and Spike Borawski fought hard to earn silver, while Rob Novick and Jeff Orkin claimed bronze after a series of tough matches.
Men’s Doubles 4.5 (60-69) Showcases Competitive Play
The Men’s Doubles (4.5, Age 60 to 69) category also concluded on March 12, 2025, with players competing in a round-robin format. The matches were filled with exciting rallies and well-executed strategies, leading to the following final placements:
- Gold Medal – Stan Sanford and Robert Dunkelman
- Silver Medal – Craig Broussard and Tom Keating
- Bronze Medal – James McGlynn and Karol Gryczynski
Stan Sanford and Robert Dunkelman demonstrated outstanding teamwork and consistency, taking home the gold medal. Craig Broussard and Tom Keating put up a strong fight for silver, while James McGlynn and Karol Gryczynski secured the bronze with solid performances throughout the tournament.
Pickleball’s Increasing Popularity Among Competitive Amateurs
The PPA Tour CIBC Texas Open 2025 continues to highlight the growth of pickleball, drawing high-level amateur players from across the country. With live streaming available for 12 amateur courts, fans and families can follow the action in real time, further fueling the sport’s increasing popularity.
News in Brief: Men’s Skill 4.5 Amateur Doubles
The PPA Tour CIBC Texas Open 2025 is taking place in McKinney, Texas, from March 12-16, 2025. On March 12, the Men’s Doubles (4.5 and Above, Age 50 to 59) and Men’s Doubles (4.5, Age 60 to 69) categories concluded. Nelson Obenita and Mario Pascua won gold in the 50-59 division, while Stan Sanford and Robert Dunkelman secured gold in the 60-69 division.
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