PPA Tour Women’s Singles Semifinals: Four players moved one step closer to the title at the Pickleball Central Sacramento Vintage Open on September 26, 2025, in Sacramento, California. Mary Brascia, Genie Bouchard, Lea Jansen, and Kate Fahey each won their women’s singles pro quarterfinal matches to secure spots in the semifinals.
Mary Brascia Edges Past Lingwei Kong
Mary Brascia opened the day with a hard-fought three-game victory over Lingwei Kong. Brascia started strong with an 11-1 win in the first game but dropped the second 8-11. She recovered in the deciding game, taking control late for an 11-8 finish. Her steady defense and timely shots sealed the win.
Genie Bouchard Tops Brooke Buckner
Genie Bouchard powered past Brooke Buckner in straight games, winning 11-8, 11-8. Bouchard controlled the pace from start to finish, using sharp serves and consistent rallies to keep Buckner on the defensive. The Canadian star’s aggressive play helped her avoid a third game and move confidently into the semifinals.
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Lea Jansen Dominates Lara Giltinan
Lea Jansen delivered the most dominant performance of the round with a commanding 11-1, 11-2 victory over Lara Giltinan. Jansen’s quick reflexes and precise shot placement gave Giltinan little chance to build momentum. The win marked a statement performance as Jansen advanced without dropping a single set.
Kate Fahey Handles Angie Walker
Kate Fahey closed out the quarterfinals with an impressive 11-1, 11-3 victory over Angie Walker. Fahey used a mix of power and accuracy to control the match from the start. Walker fought to extend rallies but struggled to counter Fahey’s sharp angles and fast pace.
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Road to the Finals
With these results, Mary Brascia, Genie Bouchard, Lea Jansen, and Kate Fahey will meet in the semifinals as they continue their push toward the Sacramento Vintage Open title. Each player now faces tougher competition as the field narrows, setting up exciting matchups for fans and players alike.
News in Brief: PPA Tour Women’s Singles Semifinals
Mary Brascia, Genie Bouchard, Lea Jansen, and Kate Fahey advanced to the women’s singles semifinals at the PPA Tour Sacramento Vintage Open. Brascia needed three games to defeat Lingwei Kong, while Bouchard, Jansen, and Fahey each won in straight sets to stay in the hunt for the championship.