Sunday, October 15, 2023

Pickleball Dot Com: Anna Leigh, As I See Her

 



October 15, 2023 by David Boyle
Beyond the Facade of America’s Pickleball Prodigy

Who is Anna Leigh Waters? At first glance—on and away from the court—one sees an ordinary sixteen-year-old, cheerful, effervescent, quick with a smile, a joke, a funny face. Upon closer examination one would find themself looking at America’s most recognizable pickleball player, a winner of nineteen triple crowns and eighty-something gold medals, and, more, a tireless ambassador for the sport. Other than that she seems… normal.

Often called ALW, Anna Leigh has attitude and drive in equal measure. Sponsorship deals and tournament prizes have likely made her a millionaire. If that’s true—a self-made millionaire! (Read More)

2023 PPA Las Vegas

 

 

Mixed Doubles

  1. Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Dylan Frazier/Lauren Stratman Quarterfinal
  2. Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns vs Vinienne David/Thomas Wilson Semifinal
  3. Ben Johns & Anna Leigh Waters - Interview

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Monday, October 2, 2023

Anna Leigh Waters Is the Top Pickleball Player in the World — and She's Only 16

 



As part of POPSUGAR's series highlighting young athletes making their mark, Waters reflected on discovering pickleball at 11, what it's like to balance being a pro athlete and high school, and more. Read it all, in her own words