Anna Leigh Waters Advances to Another PPA Final: In the second women’s singles semifinal at PPA Virginia Beach, top-seeded Anna Leigh Waters shows her dominance, defeating No. 11 seed Kate Fahey with a decisive 11-6, 11-2 scoreline. Despite Fahey’s impressive performances against Judit Castillo and Lea Jansen in earlier rounds, she faced a challenging matchup against the relentless pressure from Waters. This experience highlights the competitive spirit and skill of both players, showcasing the exciting nature of the tournament!
Waters, who has firmly established herself as the premier women’s singles player in pickleball, demonstrated her ability to control the tempo and dictate points throughout the match. Her strategic placement and powerful strokes left Fahey on the defensive, unable to mount any significant challenge.
A Humble Champion
Despite her remarkable achievements, Waters remains grounded, focusing on areas for improvement.
“I think my serve could still use some work.”
“It’s gotten a lot better over the past year, but somebody like Kate can really blast some returns and come in, so you have to make sure that you’re hitting deep serves. That’s something I can definitely improve on.”-(Anna Leigh Waters)
At just 17 years old, Waters carries the weight of expectation but approaches her game with a level of humility rarely seen in such young athletes. Her willingness to address her weaknesses only highlights her commitment to continuous improvement.
The Road to Ten Titles
With this victory, Waters now sets her sights on her tenth singles title of 2024. The matchup against Brooke Buckner promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both players are riding waves of momentum. As they prepare to face off on Sunday, fans can expect a clash of skill, strategy, and determination.
Anticipation for the Final
The stage is set for the final as Waters and Buckner prepare to battle it out for the championship. With their recent performances, both players are in excellent form, making this matchup a must-watch for pickleball enthusiasts.
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters Advances to Another PPA Final
Anna Leigh Waters defeated No. 11 seed Kate Fahey 11-6, 11-2 in the second women’s singles semifinal at PPA Virginia Beach. Despite Fahey’s previous wins over Judit Castillo and Lea Jansen, Waters dictated the match with consistent pressure.
Waters acknowledged the need to improve her serve, noting Fahey’s ability to return aggressively. At 17, she aims for her tenth singles title of 2024 when she faces Brooke Buckner in the final on Sunday.
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