Amanda Hendry is a professional pickleball player from the United States, known for her rapid rise in the sport and her impressive achievements.
Early Life
Amanda Hendry grew up in Wilton, Connecticut, and developed a strong passion for sports from a young age. She attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she played as the starting field hockey goalie for five years.
During her collegiate career, she achieved significant success, including being a three-time NCAA Division I field hockey champion and a four-time ACC champion. In her final year, she was selected as a first-team All-American.
Family Life
Amanda Hendry’s family has been supportive of her athletic endeavors. Her parents are Rick and Jackie Bates. Her father was a tennis professional, which influenced her early involvement in sports. She has two older sisters, Alexis and Brooke.
Amanda Hendry earned a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Montana in 2022. Currently, she works as a certified personal trainer at VRTX Fitness in San Diego.
Career
Transition to Pickleball
After completing her field hockey career, Amanda Hendry discovered pickleball and quickly became passionate about the sport. She began playing recreationally and soon entered her first tournament in early 2021.
Within a year, she progressed from a 4.0-level player to a ranked professional. Her background as a field hockey goalie contributed to her strong net play and strategic approach on the pickleball court.
Achievements
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APP World Pickleball Open (2021): Bronze in Women’s Pro Singles
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PPA Riverland Open (2022): Gold in Women’s 5.0 Doubles
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APP Delray Open (2022): Gold in Women’s 5.0
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Major League Pickleball (2023): Drafted by the D.C. Pickleball Team
As of June 2025, Amanda Hendry has competed in 46 professional tournaments, participating in a total of 450 career matches. She holds a DUPR rating of 5.71 in doubles and 5.38 in singles.
Net Worth
Specific details about Amanda Hendry’s net worth are not publicly available. Her income likely comes from tournament winnings, sponsorships, and coaching. She is sponsored by Hudef and Tyrol Pickleball.
