Eric Oncins Shines with Thrilling Bronze: Eric Oncins made a strong case as a rising pickleball star at the Veolia North Carolina Open. Teaming with Dylan Frazier in men’s doubles, the #8 seeds earned bronze after upsetting a top team in a tense quarterfinal. Oncins’ impressive play could mark the start of something big.
At a tournament packed with top-ranked teams, it’s hard for new faces to break through. But Oncins did just that with a performance that showed both skill and composure.
Big Win Leads to Bronze
Oncins and Frazier took on strong competition in the men’s doubles bracket, including teams like Gabriel Tardio/Ben Johns, Hayden Patriquin/Federico Staksrud, and Alshon/Daescu. In the quarterfinals, they pulled off a key upset.
They beat Christian Alshon and Andrei Daescu in a close match: 11-3, 6-11, 12-10. Frazier was solid as always on the right. Oncins, playing on the left, surprised many with his skill.
A Breakout Performance on the Left Side
Oncins played with energy, power, and control. He attacked well, but what stood out most was his smart, consistent play at the net. This tournament might be the start of Oncins becoming a regular medal threat.
What’s Next for Oncins?
There’s always buzz around new players showing potential. The question now is whether Oncins can keep it up in future tournaments. If he continues this form, fans could see him more often on Championship Sundays.
News in Brief: Eric Oncins Shines with Thrilling Bronze
Eric Oncins made waves at the Veolia North Carolina Open, earning bronze in men’s doubles with Dylan Frazier. They upset Alshon/Daescu in a quarterfinal thriller. Oncins impressed with smart and steady play. His breakout performance could lead to more deep runs and medals in future pickleball tournaments.
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