Tanner Tomassi

Tanner Tomassi is a professional pickleball player and content creator from Ocean City, New Jersey, now based in Delray Beach, Florida. Known for his engaging instructional videos and dynamic on-court presence, Tomassi has quickly risen in the pickleball community. His journey from a gaming streamer to a professional athlete underscores his adaptability and commitment to the sport.

Early Life

Born and raised in Ocean City, New Jersey, Tomassi developed an entrepreneurial spirit early on. In middle school, he funded his Airsoft hobby by creating and promoting a Minecraft server, showcasing his initiative and technical skills. His athletic background includes playing tennis during high school, where he led his team to a state tournament appearance. Before focusing on pickleball, Tomassi was also involved in competitive paintball, even participating in a professional tournament in Australia.

Family Life

Tomassi has an older brother, Damen, and maintains strong family ties. His mother has been a significant influence, often remarking on his deep passion for pickleball, noting that he is “always thinking about pickleball, playing pickleball, and watching pickleball.”

Career

Tomassi transitioned to professional pickleball in 2021. He has since competed in 25 professional tournaments, participating in a total of 82 matches as of June 2025. His career record stands at 31 wins and 51 losses in men’s doubles, 23 wins and 25 losses in mixed doubles, and 6 wins and 11 losses in men’s singles.

In addition to his tournament play, Tomassi is a prominent content creator in the pickleball community. He shares daily 60-second instructional videos on YouTube, focusing on practical tips and strategies for players of all levels. His engaging content has garnered him over 32,000 subscribers on YouTube and 60,000 followers on Instagram.

Tomassi’s partnership with fellow content creator Kyle Koszuta, known as “Team YouTube,” has been notable. Together, they have achieved significant success in men’s doubles, including an impressive run at the APP Newport Beach Open, where they upset the top seed and advanced to the semifinals.

In 2023, Tomassi was selected to participate in the reality series “Pickleball Paddle Battle,” a high-stakes competition offering pro sponsorship contracts and franchise ownership opportunities.

Net Worth

Specific details regarding Tomassi’s net worth are not publicly disclosed. However, his income likely derives from tournament earnings, sponsorships, and his extensive content creation efforts. He is sponsored by CRBN, a company known for its pickleball equipment.