Kelly Goodnow and Francis Chi won the Junior Mixed Doubles Under-14 championship at the PPA Tour Veolia Cincinnati Showcase presented by Six Zero on September 14, 2025, in Mason, Ohio. They defeated Natalia Simson and Ryder Brown in a three-game battle. Pingzhen L and Ethan Bakalinsky secured the bronze medal.
Goodnow and Chi Rally to Win the Finals
The championship match started with Natalia Simson and Ryder Brown taking the opening game 11-5. However, Kelly Goodnow and Francis Chi regrouped and fought back strongly. They claimed the second game 11-7 and kept their momentum going in the deciding third game, winning 11-5 to secure the title.
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Pingzhen L and Bakalinsky Earn Bronze
In the bronze medal match, Pingzhen L and Ethan Bakalinsky delivered a dominant performance. They controlled both games against Madalena Flores and Maverick Messinger, winning 11-2 and 11-5. Their steady play and quick teamwork helped them seal the victory and earn third place.
What This Win Means
The finals showed how determination can change the outcome of a close match. Kelly Goodnow and Francis Chi’s comeback reflects their strong mental focus. The success of young players like Pingzhen L and Ethan Bakalinsky also highlights the bright future of junior pickleball.
News in Brief: Kelly Goodnow and Francis Chi
Kelly Goodnow and Francis Chi won the Junior Mixed Doubles U14 title at the PPA Tour Veolia Cincinnati Showcase in Mason, Ohio, on September 14, 2025. They beat Natalia Simson and Ryder Brown 5-11, 11-7, 11-5. Pingzhen L and Ethan Bakalinsky took bronze with an 11-2, 11-5 victory.
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