Lauren Stratman

Lauren Stratman is a prominent American professional pickleball player, celebrated for her dynamic playing style and significant achievements in both singles and doubles competitions. Transitioning from a successful tennis career, she has rapidly ascended the ranks of professional pickleball, earning recognition for her competitive spirit and strategic prowess on the court.

Early Life

Lauren Stratman was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. She developed a passion for sports early on, particularly excelling in tennis. Lauren Stratman played Division I college tennis at Columbia University before transferring to Westmont College, where she continued to compete at a high level.

In 2018, one of her tennis students introduced her to pickleball, sparking a new athletic pursuit. She entered her first pickleball tournament in February 2019 and turned professional in 2020.

Family Life

Lauren Stratman is engaged to fellow professional pickleball player Julian Arnold. Their relationship began in 2021, and they recently got engaged in May 2025 during a walk in their new neighborhood in Nashville. The couple shares a deep connection both on and off the court, often partnering in mixed doubles competitions.

Career

Since turning professional in 2020, Lauren Stratman has made a significant impact on the pickleball circuit. She has competed in numerous tournaments, securing podium finishes across various events. Notable achievements include:

• Gold Medalist in Women’s Singles at the APP Chicago Open 2023.

• Silver Medalist in Mixed Doubles at the PPA Masters 2023.

• Gold in Women’s Doubles at the Texas Open 2024 with partner Simone Jardim.

• Bronze Medalist in Singles at the US Open Pickleball Championships 2022.

As of March 2025, Lauren Stratman holds high rankings in the professional pickleball circuit:

• Mixed Doubles: #4

• Women’s Doubles: #5

• Women’s Singles: #6

Lauren Stratman is known for her aggressive and well-balanced playing style, combining powerful groundstrokes with sharp net play. Her strengths include a powerful forehand, quick reflexes, strategic play, and strong court coverage.

Net Worth

Lauren Stratman has built a successful career in pickleball, earning prize money from tournaments and securing lucrative sponsorship deals. Her estimated net worth is around $1.2 million.