Johnson Siblings Mixed Doubles Triumph: Jorja Johnson and JW Johnson claimed their third mixed doubles title of the season with a 3-11, 12-10, 11-5, 11-5 win over Kate Fahey and Dylan Frazier. The top seeds overcame a slow start in the final, rallying after nearly dropping the first two games to secure another championship victory.
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Early Struggles and Key Turnaround
Kate Fahey and Dylan Frazier opened strong, dominating the first game 11-3 and pushing the Johnson siblings to the brink in the second. Jorja and JW Johnson trailed 9-10 in Game 2 before saving a game point and pulling out a 12-10 win. That comeback shifted the momentum, allowing them to take control of the match.
Johnson’s Take Over
After evening the score, the Johnson siblings found their rhythm with sharper shot placement and steady defense. They closed out the next two games 11-5, 11-5, keeping their opponents under pressure and finishing the match in four games to claim the title.
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Players Share Their Thoughts
Jorja Johnson spoke about the unique challenge of playing with wooden paddles.
“I have to say, this is some of the most frustrating pickleball I’ve ever played. I’m sure that everyone who played this tournament with a wooden paddle can attest. It really was a testament to just staying disciplined and hitting the shots you know you can hit,”(Jorja Johnson).
The match also featured an interesting twist, as JW Johnson faced his men’s doubles partner Dylan Frazier after they had won gold together earlier in the day. JW said the friendship made the competition fun.
“There was a lot of trash talk between the two of us yesterday in the Airbnb, but other than that, we know we’re going to be friends afterwards anyway, so I just wanted to go out there and try my hardest.”
Meaning of the Victory
This win strengthens Jorja and JW Johnson’s position as one of the top mixed doubles teams of the season. Their ability to stay composed under pressure and adapt to tough conditions highlights their growing dominance on the PPA Tour.
News in Brief: Johnson Siblings Mixed Doubles Triumph
Jorja Johnson and JW Johnson defeated Kate Fahey and Dylan Frazier 3-11, 12-10, 11-5, 11-5 to win their third mixed doubles title of the season. After saving a game point in the second game, the Johnson siblings rallied to claim the final two games and secure another PPA Tour championship.
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