Federico Staksrud

Federico Staksrud is a prominent professional pickleball player known for his rapid rise and impressive performances in both singles and doubles competitions. Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Staksrud has become a key figure in the sport since turning pro in 2021. His skill, strategic play, and athletic background have helped him achieve top rankings worldwide, including currently holding the #1 ranking in men’s singles as of mid-2025. Staksrud’s achievements and dedication mark him as one of the brightest talents in modern pickleball.

Early Life

Born on February 15, 1991, in Buenos Aires, Federico Staksrud began his athletic journey playing tennis at the age of five. His early tennis career was distinguished by national success, ranking within the top 7 players in Argentina’s under-18 category. Pursuing further development, Staksrud moved to the United States where he played collegiate tennis, attending Tennessee Wesleyan College and later the University of New Orleans. During his college tennis career, he compiled impressive records—31-7 in singles and 33-4 in doubles at Tennessee Wesleyan—and earned honors such as conference player of the year in 2015-2016. Post-college, he also served as an assistant tennis coach at Hanover College while juggling professional and academic responsibilities in fields such as information systems.

Family Life

While detailed personal or family information about Federico Staksrud is limited in public records, it is known that he has balanced family commitments with athletic and academic pursuits. His professional life reflects a disciplined approach shaped by his upbringing and international experiences. Staksrud maintains a private personal life, and as of 2025, no publicly verified details regarding romantic relationships or immediate family are available.

Career

Federico Staksrud’s transition from tennis to pickleball began in July 2021, introduced to the sport by a friend at a tennis clinic. His tennis background accelerated his adaptation, although he noted challenges in adjusting to pickleball’s softer style of play, especially in dinking and doubles strategy. Practicing with high-caliber players like Simone Jardim and Kyle Yates in Naples, Florida, helped him hone his skills rapidly.

Within a year of picking up pickleball professionally, Staksrud won gold at the PPA Atlanta Open, signaling his arrival on the pro circuit. He has since secured multiple titles, including gold medals at the APP Indianapolis Open, APP SoCal Open, PPA Carvana Arizona Grand Slam, and PPA OS1st North Carolina Open. Staksrud also boasts silver and bronze medals in major tournaments such as the PPA Masters and APP Delray Open. His doubles partnership with Hayden Patriquin has been particularly successful, helping Staksrud climb to #1 in men’s doubles, dethroning previous champions like Collin Johns.

Federico is noted for his analytical approach and strategic play, which have made him a formidable competitor in singles and doubles. Off the court, Staksrud is known to enjoy other sports such as Formula 1 racing, tennis, and NBA basketball, showing a broad interest in athleticism and competition.

Net Worth

The net worth of Federico Staksrud is not available.

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