Anna Leigh Waters Cruises to Women’s Singles Final: Anna Leigh Waters secured her spot in the women’s singles final at the CIBC PPA Tour Finals with a dominant 11-0, 11-6 victory over Mary Brascia. The top seed showed her skill and composure, controlling the match from start to finish in the first semifinal of the day.
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Strong Start for Waters
Waters came out strong in Game 1, taking it in just under ten minutes. Her ability to cover the kitchen line and return Brascia’s well-placed passing shots from the baseline put her in control early on. Brascia, backed by the support of the Southern California crowd, found some rhythm in the second game but could not sustain it.
Brascia Fights Back, But Waters Prevails
Brascia attempted a comeback in Game 2, but Waters proved to be too much down the stretch, comfortably taking the game to seal the match. With the win, Waters is now just one victory away from defending her title from last year’s finals.
Reflections on the Growth of Pro Pickleball
After the match, Waters reflected on her career and the growth of pro pickleball.
“In some of my first pro tournaments, I was playing with temp nets and taped courts, so just being able to play in this amazing facility with all these amazing fans has been cool,” she shared. “It makes the sport feel so legit, and it’s getting more legit every year. I’m just happy to be a part of it.”
Waters to Face Parris Todd in the Final
On Sunday, Waters will face Parris Todd in the women’s singles final at the CIBC PPA Tour Finals as she looks to defend her championship. The matchup promises to be an exciting conclusion to the tournament.
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters Cruises to Women’s Singles Final
Anna Leigh Waters advanced to the women’s singles final at the CIBC PPA Tour Finals with a dominant 11-0, 11-6 victory over Mary Brascia. Waters displayed exceptional control throughout the match, taking Game 1 in under ten minutes and securing the second game despite Brascia’s attempt at a comeback. Waters will face Parris Todd in the final, aiming to defend her title from last year.
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