Allyce Jones and Travis Rettenmaier have reached the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the Daytona Beach Open after a thrilling 8-11, 11-8, 11-6 victory over Jackie Kawamoto and CJ Klinger. The No. 9 seeds showed impressive skills and strategy, setting the stage for their next match against the No. 3 seeds, Tina Pisnik and Andrei Daescu.
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Key to Success: The Lob
A crucial factor in their recent win was Jones’s effective use of lobs. This tactic kept their opponents guessing during long rallies. Jones takes pride in her lob shot and emphasizes its importance in her game.
“I’m always looking for the opportunity to lob. I think that’s one of the biggest things—if you’re not looking for it, you’re not gonna do it in a match. And at home, I drill it a lot. It’s a big part of my game, and it’s very effective.” – (Jones)
Rettenmaier Enjoys Home Advantage
Rettenmaier, a well-known figure in the Florida pickleball community and owner of the Florida Smash in Major League Pickleball, expressed his excitement about competing in front of local fans.
“It’s great to play in Florida. I see a few people from around Crescent Lake and that, of course, makes it special just to see people that are kind of your home base peeps.” – (Rettenmaier)
His local connections add motivation as he competes.
Looking Ahead
With their win, Jones and Rettenmaier now turn their attention to the upcoming challenge against Pisnik and Daescu. This match will be a test of their skills and teamwork.
Both players are eager to continue their successful run in the tournament. The competition in the Daytona Beach Open continues to heat up as teams battle for a shot at the title.
News in Brief: Allyce Jones and Travis Rettenmaier
Allyce Jones and Travis Rettenmaier advanced to the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the Daytona Beach Open with a thrilling 8-11, 11-8, 11-6 victory over Jackie Kawamoto and CJ Klinger. Key to their success was Jones’s effective use of lobs, which kept opponents guessing during long rallies.
Rettenmaier, a local favorite and owner of the Florida Smash in Major League Pickleball, expressed excitement about competing in front of home fans. They now face No. 3 seeds Tina Pisnik and Andrei Daescu in the next round, eager to continue their tournament success.
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