Jack Munro

Jack Munro, affectionately known as “Jr. Mint” within the pickleball community, is one of the youngest and most talented professional pickleball players in the world as of 2025. Born in 2003, Jack has risen swiftly through the ranks, gaining a reputation for his ambidextrous playing style, strategic adaptability, and charismatic presence both on and off the court. Competing on major circuits including the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour, Major League Pickleball (MLP), and Association of Pickleball Players (APP) Tour, Munro’s exceptional skills and youthful energy have solidified him as a major contender and fan favorite.

Early Life

Jack Munro was born in Thousand Oaks, California, and grew up in Simi Valley. His athletic journey began with baseball and basketball, but a pivotal shoulder injury from baseball at the age of 10 led to a transition away from the sport. At that time, his father, Jason Munro, who had taken up pickleball after a shoulder injury himself, introduced Jack to pickleball.

Recovering with his right arm in a sling, Jack began playing left-handed, developing rare ambidextrous skills that set him apart in the sport. By age 12, he achieved a 5.0 pickleball rating—the highest non-professional rating at the time—making him the youngest player ever to reach that level. He competed in adult divisions with special permission, accelerating his development against seasoned competitors.

Jack took a four-year hiatus at age 14 to focus on high school basketball but returned to pickleball after graduating, enrolling at the University of Texas at Austin to study economics while continuing his pickleball career. He founded the Longhorn Pickleball Club at UT, nurturing collegiate competition and community involvement.

Family Life

Jack credits much of his success to the unwavering support of his family. His father, Jason, played an essential role in inspiring and guiding his pickleball career, with the duo occasionally partnering in competition. Jack currently resides in Austin, Texas, where he balances his sports career and academic pursuits. Though private about his personal life, Munro’s public presence reflects a grounded individual devoted both to family and sport.

Career

After his collegiate return, Jack quickly reestablished himself on the professional pickleball scene. He made his mark by securing victories at major tournaments including the 2025 US Pickleball Open, where he won gold medals in men’s doubles with Len Yang and in mixed doubles with Megan Fudge.

Jack signed a significant three-year contract with Major League Pickleball in 2023 and now competes for the Chicago Slice team alongside top pros like Megan Fudge and Bob Long. He is known for an aggressive, precise game style that leverages his ambidexterity and his distinct “Twoey” two-handed backhand shot.

As of 2025, Jack has participated in 39 professional tournaments with 263 career matches, demonstrating consistent growth and resilience. His unique skills, collegiate leadership, and competitive achievements have marked him as an ambassador for the sport’s youth cohort and future.

Net Worth

Jack Munro’s net worth is not publicly available.

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