Leigh Waters and Dillon Segur: Leigh Waters, a well-known coach on the PPA Tour, is making waves by competing in the mixed doubles event at the Daytona Beach Open. Teaming up with Dillon Segur, the No. 24 seeds began their tournament with a thrilling 5-11, 11-6, 11-7 victory over No. 15 seeds Liz Truluck and Mohaned Alhouni.
A Strong Start for Waters and Segur
Waters and Segur faced a tough challenge right from the start. They lost the first game 5-11 but bounced back impressively. In Game 2, they turned the match around, winning 11-6.
They closed the contest with another strong performance, winning the deciding game 11-7. This resilience showed their determination to advance in the tournament.
Upcoming Challenge Against Jorja Johnson and Hayden Patriquin
The victory propels Waters and Segur into a challenging matchup against the No. 2 seeds, Jorja Johnson and Hayden Patriquin. This next game will test their skills and teamwork further. As they prepare for this encounter, Waters is eager to show her competitive side alongside Segur.
Significance of the Event
Waters’ participation in the Daytona Beach Open highlights her versatility beyond coaching. Her experience and skills on the court can inspire players and fans. This tournament not only provides her with a platform to compete but also enriches the overall excitement of the event. Fans will be watching closely as Waters and Segur aim to upset higher-seeded opponents and continue their run in the competition.
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News in Brief: Leigh Waters and Dillon Segur
Leigh Waters, a renowned coach on the PPA Tour, is making her competitive debut in mixed doubles at the Daytona Beach Open alongside Dillon Segur. The No. 24 seeds started strong, overcoming No. 15 seeds Liz Truluck and Mohaned Alhouni after losing the first game 5-11, winning the next two games 11-6 and 11-7.
Waters and Segur will face No. 2 seeds Jorja Johnson and Hayden Patriquin next, with Waters eager to showcase her skills and inspire fans as they aim for an upset.
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