USA Pickleball player 2025

The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour rankings the top American pickleball players

Rank	Player	Country	Age	Points
1	Federico Staksrud	Argentina	29	15,000
2	Collin Johns	USA	31	14,300
3	Ben Johns	USA	25	14,100
4	JW Johnson	USA	22	13,200
5	Hayden Patriquin	USA	19	13,000
6	Dylan Frazier	USA	23	12,200
7	Dekel Bar	Israel	31	11,000
8	Gabriel Tardio	Bolivia	19	10,300
9	Christian Alshon	USA	24	10,150
10	Tyson McGuffin	USA	35	9,775
11	Pablo Tellez	Colombia	29	9,500
12	Matt Wright	USA	47	8,850
13	John Cincola	USA	44	7,075
14	Riley Newman	USA	31	5,850
15	Connor Garnett	USA	27	5,100
16	James Ignatowich	USA	24	5,075
17	Tyler Loong	USA	33	4,800
18	Zane Navratil	USA	29	4,700
19	Augustus Ge	USA	28	4,525
20	Quang Duong	USA	18	4,450

Federico Staksrud (Argentina) — Labeled as an apparent men’s singles threat due to his aggressive baseline style and shot direction. He has quickly moved up the ranks with regular podium results.

Collin Johns (USA) – A formidable singles and doubles player, Collin is recognised for his defensive play and crafty net play. He frequently plays doubles with his brother, Ben Johns.

Ben Johns (USA) – Widely recognized as one of the greatest ever in the sport of pickleball, Ben has numerous championship titles, and his strengths as a player include immense control of his shots, finesse, and incredible coverage on the court.

JW Johnson (USA) – Another very young top player, JW has a peaceful manner on the court and a fantastic ability to reset points and counterattack.

Hayden Patriquin (USA) – Hayden’s agility and quick reflexes have made him a rising star in the pickleball world, as well.

Dylan Frazier (USA) – A master of precision and control, Dylan is one of the most respected players on the tour.

Dekel Bar (Israel) — An experienced pro with a tennis background, Dekel is known for his aggressive style and sharp volleys.

Gabriel Tardio – Bolivia: An Emerging International player who possesses fast paced play to make you sit on the edge of your seat in the PPA

Christian Alshon (USA) – Former collegiate tennis player turned pickleball player, Christian boasts massive groundstrokes.

Tyson McGuffin (USA) – A crowd favorite, Tyson thrives on fiery competitiveness and high-energy performances on court.

Federico Staksrud (Argentina)

Age: 29

Strengths: Reliable shot placement, powerful backhand, tremendous stamina.

Bio: A former tennis pro, this former tennis pro made the leap to pickleball and skyrocketed to the top His relentless work ethic and technical precision have allowed him to dominate men’s singles.

Accomplishments: Opened PPA and APP titles, top 5 ranked season 2023.

Collin Johns (USA)

Age: 31

Strengths: Defense, dinking, net game.

Background: Collin Johns: While older brother Ben has become the face of pickleball, Collin has carved out his own niche as one of the game’s top doubles players, and he has his own burgeoning singles resume.

Accomplishments: Many doubles titles with Ben Johns, a former collegiate tennis player.

Ben Johns (USA)

Age: 25

APOUNCE XO: The touch and poise of a dancer; able to win defensive points at will; consistently creates space for himself with a power forehand.CONTRE STRAIGHT: As pro at 19.

Strengths: Master strategist, powerful forehand, perfect drop shots.

Background: Considered among the best pickleball players ever. He transformed the sport with his tactical approach, and his ability to dominate both singles and doubles.

Accomplishments: 100+ PPA titles; 6-time Triple Crown winner; considered one of the first players to introduce modern pickleball strategy.

JW Johnson (USA)

Age: 22

Strengths: Speed of response, steady temperament, great counterattacker.

Background: JW is known as one of the youngest elite players to have ever elevated to that level.

Accomplishments: Multiple PPA singles and doubles gold medals

Hayden Patriquin (USA)

Age: 19

Strengths: Athleticism, physicality, big serves.

Background: Hayden is a potential star, with success in singles and doubles. This makes him a formidable opponent with his fearless playstyle and lightning-fast reflexes.

That runs until October 2023.

Dylan Frazier (USA)

Age: 23

Key Assets: Tactics, controlled shots, smooth transitions.

Bronze: A former college athlete, Dylan adjusted fast to pickleball and has been on the rise.

Winners: PPA finalist in several categories, Jordan is all about precision and patience.

Dekel Bar (Israel)

Age: 31

Strengths: Power game, aggressive net play, solid serves.

DO NOT EDIT: A former professional tennis player from Israel, Dekel is a powerful force on the court.

Achievements: Important doubles and singles victories, respected for his athleticism.

Gabriel Tardio (Bolivia)

Age: 19

Strengths: Speed, unpredictability, strong volleys.

Name: Gabriel Dede Dede Background: One of the few South American players making waves in the PPA, Gabriel’s youth and energy give him an advantage.

Achievements: International finalist; jumping up the rankings

Christian Alshon (USA)

Age: 24

Strengths: Strong baseline play, aggressive passing shots.

Background: Christian was a D1 collegiate tennis player who found a way to transition his skills into a successful singles player.

Results: Podium finishes at PPA events.

Tyson McGuffin (USA)

Age: 35

Strengths: Charisma, aggressive shot-making, physical stamina.

Background: A former wrestler, Tyson is one of the biggest stars of pickleball. He is a fan favorite because of his immense passion for the sport and his explosive energy.

Achievements: Multi-time PPA Champion, multiple endorsement deals with major pickleball brands.