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Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Win PPA Title, Make History in Las Vegas

Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Win PPA Title: In a dominant display of skill and strategy, Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau clinched their 22nd title together, overpowering the No. 7 seeds, Hurricane Tyra Black and Parris Todd, with a decisive 11-0, 11-3, 11-6 victory at the Las Vegas Pickleball Cup. Championship Sunday began with a showcase of why Waters and Parenteau are considered the top seeds, as they executed their game plan to near perfection.

Aggression at the Kitchen Line

The match was defined by the aggressive roll dinks from Waters and Parenteau, who consistently kept Black and Todd on the defensive. From the kitchen line, their sharp dinks and strategic play opened up numerous opportunities for attack, leaving little room for their opponents to mount a counteroffensive. The duo’s ability to maintain pressure and capitalize on their aggressive style was key to their victory.

A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence

With this win, Waters and Parenteau’s record as a team now stands at an astounding 108-1. Despite such a commanding record, Parenteau emphasized the ongoing challenges they face. “Anna Leigh and I try to keep getting better because the competition keeps getting tougher and tougher every week,” she explained. “It’s a continuous process.

Their words reflect the reality of high-level pickleball, where even the best must continually refine their skills to stay ahead of the competition.

 

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Black and Todd: A Silver Lining

Though they fell short in the final, Black and Todd’s performance in Las Vegas marked a significant milestone in their partnership. Reaching their first final together is an achievement in itself, and they leave with a silver medal to accompany the three bronze medals they’ve earned in 2024. Their progress as a team is evident, and they’ve proven they can compete with the best.

Bronze Medal Showdown

As the tournament continues, attention shifts to the bronze medal match, where Jorja Johnson and Rachel Rohrabacher will face off against Anna Bright and Tina Pisnik. The outcome will determine which team leaves Las Vegas with a place on the podium, adding another layer of excitement to an already thrilling Championship Sunday.

News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Win PPA Title

Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau claimed their 22nd title together with a commanding 11-0, 11-3, 11-6 win over Hurricane Tyra Black and Parris Todd at the Las Vegas Pickleball Cup. Their aggressive roll dinks from the kitchen line kept Black and Todd on the defensive throughout the match. With this victory, Waters and Parenteau improved their record to 108-1 as a team. Despite the loss, Black and Todd made their first final as a partnership and secured a silver medal, adding to their three bronze medals in 2024. The bronze match will feature Jorja Johnson and Rachel Rohrabacher.

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