Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Claim PPA Glory: Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau began Championship Sunday with an emphatic victory, claiming the women’s doubles title in the CIBC PPA TOUR Finals at San Clemente. The pair avenged their recent Worlds defeat by toppling Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher in four hard-fought games, 6-11, 11-5, 11-5, 12-10. The duo had fallen to “The Girlies” in a three-game clash at Worlds just a month prior, but this time, they overcame an early setback to clinch their 14th title of the year.
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A Comeback for the Ages
The momentum swung dramatically in Game 4, with Bright and Rohrabacher holding a commanding 7-2 lead. However, Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau rallied with remarkable composure, erasing the deficit to seal the match. Their victory showed not just skill but also the resilience that has become their hallmark this season.
Mutual Admiration and Gratitude
After the match, Parenteau praised her teammate, crediting Waters for their success.
“Anna Leigh is just a beast next to me and is just always so supportive. I couldn’t be more grateful to get gold next to her.” – (Parenteau)
Meanwhile, despite the loss, Bright reflected positively on her partnership with Rohrabacher.
“I absolutely love playing with Rachel. There’s no one I’d rather win with, and no one I’d rather lose with. I’m really proud of us and our season, and I feel like we really upped our consistency as a partnership.” – (Bright)
Looking Ahead
Bright and Rohrabacher had a stellar 2024 campaign, securing eight titles and earning the distinction of being the first team to defeat Waters and Parenteau earlier in the year. As these two teams continue to dominate the sport, fans can anticipate more thrilling encounters between these players in 2025.
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Claim PPA Glory
Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau claimed the women’s doubles title in the CIBC PPA TOUR Finals at San Clemente with a comeback victory over Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher, 6-11, 11-5, 11-5, 12-10. After dropping the first game, the duo rallied to secure their 14th title of the year.
Parenteau praised Waters’ support and skill, while Bright reflected on her strong partnership with Rohrabacher despite the loss. The teams have established themselves as top contenders, setting the stage for an exciting 2025 rivalry.