2026 PPA Newport Beach

• 1:59:18 Kelly Goodnow vs N. Conard
• 8:22:19 Will MacKinnon/L. Pham vs J. Dagnall/J. Madsen

Girl Talk with Anna Bright: Dating on the Pro Tour

 

Pickleball's Most Eligible Bachelorette Reveals Her Dating Preferences and Deal Breakers In this candid "girl talk" session, professional pickleball athlete Anna Bright sits down with Victoria Radnothy from Pickleball.com to discuss her unconventional dating life. As one of the top-ranked pros and "pickleball's most eligible bachelorette," Anna shares unfiltered insights into what she's looking for in a partner, from physical preferences and DUPR ratings to deal breakers and "icks." This interview offers a blend of professional pickleball context and relatable dating anecdotes, providing a humorous and personal look into the life of a top athlete navigating the complexities of romance. Anna Bright's Dating Form (0:55-1:41) Anna Bright discusses her now-famous Google dating form, initially a fun, low-key way for interested individuals to express interest. She reveals that the form has amassed 367 responses, making it "like a job" to sift through. Anna even jokes about needing a "matchmaker dating analyst" to help filter the overwhelming number of applications, especially after the floodgates opened following an article on Pickleball.com. She emphasizes that the form was initially a challenge for potential suitors to find, but now it's become much more widespread. Physical Type (1:41-3:15) Anna outlines her physical preferences, stating she's 26 and prefers partners aged 25 to the "upper 30s." She tends to prefer brunettes and finds the "six-foot range" for height to be "amazing." Interestingly, her mother's first question about any guy she talks to is always eye color, as her mom dreams of blue-eyed grandchildren. Anna admits she can "overlook anything" if she truly likes someone, but generally leans towards blue eyes. DUPR Rating (3:15-4:50) When it comes to DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating), Anna has specific preferences. If a potential partner plays pickleball, she couldn't go below a 4.5 DUPR and ideally wants someone between 4.5 and 5.0. She explicitly states she doesn't want someone "better than a 5.5" or someone "trying to be pro," as that creates a "weird dynamic." If they don't play pickleball, she expects them to be able to reach a 3.5 DUPR level within a month or two, otherwise, she might get the "ick" because she desires to have "athletic kids." Ideal Career (4:50-5:30) Anna isn't particular about a specific profession but seeks a "stud" who is a "go-getter" and has a "bias for action." She desires a partner with a similar mindset to hers, someone who is also "taking on a lot" in their own life, mirroring her current momentum in both her pickleball career and other ventures. Deal Breakers (5:30-6:17) A significant deal breaker for Anna is someone who "sleeps in." She feels it's out of alignment with her own active lifestyle, questioning why a man with "testosterone flowing through your veins" isn't active. Another crucial deal breaker is a lack of activeness and not caring about one's health and body, as physical well-being is very important to her. Ultimately, she wants someone who "makes my life better, makes my life easier." Icks (6:17-7:08) Anna reveals a major "ick" or pet peeve: someone who doesn't return a shopping cart. She sees this as a clear indicator of incompatibility. While she doesn't immediately recall other "icks," she notes that she "can get the ick" easily. She also clarifies that she's not a "car person" and has no preference for the type of car a potential partner drives. Best and Worst Responses (7:08-10:00) Anna shares insights into what makes a good or bad dating form response. She appreciates serious and deep answers but values a balance with "playful humor," acknowledging the inherently funny nature of filling out a dating application. The "description" question is a key filter for her, serving as a "test of creativity." Many respondents fall flat by using generic descriptions involving "espresso" or "sunlight," directly referencing the example prompt given in the form. She dislikes responses for the "ideal first date" question that involve playing pickleball, as she doesn't want to play on a first date. Additionally, she uses a "narcissism scale" and finds people who rate themselves as a "one" (no self-awareness) or an "eight plus" (too narcissistic) to be red flags. She believes the correct answer is a "mid-range" rating, putting herself at a five or six. Realities of Dating on Tour (10:00-12:20) Anna discusses the geographical challenges of dating, preferring partners who live in South Florida or have flexible jobs that allow for travel. She also mentions the awkwardness of receiving forms from people who work at her training club, which she chooses to ignore. Anna clarifies that the dating form is a "fun side quest" separate from her "actual dating life," though there is some crossover. She created the form after being ghosted on a dating app, deciding to make potential suitors "work" for her attention. She's even sent the form link to guys who have asked her out, viewing it as a way to put them "through hoops" to prove their ambition and sense of humor.

Ethical Dilemmas in Pickleball and Beyond: A KOTC Challenge

Unpacking Jimmy's Moral Compass Through 20 Ethical Questions This video features Tyler Loong from King of the Court (KOTC) posing 20 ethical questions to Jimmy Miller, most of which were generated by ChatGPT. The questions cover various scenarios in pickleball, from on-court behavior to tournament play, and even extend to real-life situations involving personal ethics. The discussion aims to determine if Jimmy is an "ethical person" based on his responses. Here's a time-coded list of the questions and a summary of the discussion: Initial Ethical Self-Assessment & ChatGPT's Ethics (0:07-0:49) Tyler asks Jimmy if he considers himself an ethical person. Jimmy confidently says yes. Tyler then introduces the idea of using ChatGPT to test Jimmy's ethics, to which Jimmy humorously questions ChatGPT's own ethical standing due to its environmental impact. The "Jerk on Court" Dilemma (1:02-1:33) Tyler presents a scenario: Is a person ethical if they are rude and make bad calls on the court but are completely different off the court? Jimmy believes true colors emerge under stress in competitive situations. Line Call Dilemma (1:41-1:53) Should you call a ball out if you think it might have clipped the line, or give the opponent the benefit of the doubt and call it in? Jimmy states he would call it in if he's not 100% sure. Score Confusion (1:56-2:15) If you're pretty sure the score is wrong and in your favor, do you stay quiet or correct it? Jimmy recounts correcting the score against himself in the past. Partner Accountability (2:17-2:45) Your partner makes a bad call. Do you back them publicly or overrule them? Jimmy says he would overrule if he was 100% sure, leading to a humorous side discussion about refs. Distraction Tactic (2:47-3:06) If an opponent is rattled, do you speed up the tempo and pressure them harder, or slow down and let them reset? Jimmy would "smell blood in the water" and go after them, seeing it as part of the game. Injury Situation (3:07-3:30) Your opponent tweaks an ankle mid-match. Do you keep attacking them strategically or play neutrally? In a tournament, Jimmy would attack, comparing it to exploiting weaknesses in other sports. Paddle Question (3:31-3:50) You suspect someone's paddle may be illegal. Do you let it slide or ask for an inspection? Jimmy has never asked for an inspection, even when suspecting illegal paddles, opting to "mutter things under his breath." Coaching Loophole (3:53-4:06) Your friend gives subtle hand signals from the sideline. Do you use this information or tell them to stop? Jimmy would use it. Social Media Call Out (4:08-4:30) You feel wronged by refs in a big match. Do you post about it on social media or keep it private? Jimmy would keep it private, though he jokes about "blasting them on the pod" in a funny, not dramatic, way. Net Cord Apology (4:35-4:50) You win multiple points off lucky net cords. Do you celebrate normally or apologize every time? Jimmy would "put a hand up" as an acknowledgment but also "fist pump because a point's a point." Sandbagging in Local Tournaments (4:51-5:05) Do you enter a lower division to guarantee a win, or play your true level even if you might lose? Jimmy calls sandbagging "douchy" and would rather play a higher level to challenge himself. Timeout Strategy (5:08-5:22) You're losing momentum. Do you take a timeout purely to disrupt your opponent or only for a legitimate reset? Jimmy would use timeouts strategically to "ice" opponents, even back-to-back if it frustrated them. Warm-up Advantage (5:25-5:47) Opponent shows up late and gets minimal warm-up. Do you start immediately or offer extra warm-up time? Jimmy would offer extra warm-up time, as long as tournament guidelines allowed it. Let Calls (5:47-6:04) You hear something but aren't 100% sure it's a let. Do you call the let or play through it? Jimmy would probably call it, especially if it was a winner. Referee Pressure (6:06-6:32) You believe a ref is making repeated bad calls. Do you publicly challenge them mid-match or stay composed and address it after? Jimmy admits he would be the person to say something mid-match. Targeting the Weaker Player in Doubles (6:33-6:55) Do you hit 80% to the weaker player or play balanced? In recreational play, Jimmy would challenge himself by playing the better player. In a tournament, he would relentlessly target the weaker player. Sponsorship Bias (6:56-7:24) You're reviewing a paddle from a sponsor. Do you only highlight positives or are you honest with pros and cons? Jimmy humorously states he would only highlight pros if they were paying him, implying he wouldn't choose a sponsor with cons, thus admitting he "can be bought." Celebration Etiquette (7:25-7:53) You hit a nasty ATP on match point. Do you have a big celebration or a subtle fist pump? Jimmy would have a huge celebration but would apologize and check on the person if he accidentally hit them in the head before celebrating with his partner. Replay Question (7:54-8:23) In recreational play with no ref, a disputed call happens. Do you replay the point or stick with the original call? Jimmy finds replaying the point to be the easiest solution, though Tyler dislikes it. Equipment Malfunction (8:24-8:36) Opponent's shoe breaks mid-rally. Do you finish the point or stop play immediately? Jimmy would finish the point, hitting it at their shoe. Prize Money Situation (8:38-9:00) Tournament underpays promised prize money. Do you call it out publicly or handle it privately? Jimmy would "blast them on the pod" (publicly) unless the money went to charity or a significant cause. Final Reflection on Ethics (9:01-9:33) Jimmy reflects on the questions, still considering himself ethical, emphasizing his desire to earn wins. Bonus Ethical Question: Sharing a Soda (9:34-10:46) Tyler's wife got a free-refill soda cup, and he drank from it instead of his water. Is that ethical? Jimmy says yes, as long as the wife purchased it and refills are free. He differentiates this from filling a water cup with soda (stealing) and from sharing a drink at a sit-down restaurant with a waitress (feels different due to service). Bonus Ethical Question: Verbal vs. Written Contract (10:47-11:57) You verbally agree on contract terms, but the person drafting the contract doesn't include them, and you sign it. Are you upheld to the verbal agreement or the written contract? Jimmy believes the drafter is unethical for not including the terms, and while the written contract is binding, you likely wouldn't do business with them again. He stresses the importance of lawyers and agents. College Ethics Course Anecdote (12:03-13:51) Tyler shares a story from his college ethics and values class, involving a book with profanity and a memorable interaction with a classmate named Brian.

2026 PPA Tour: Carvana Mesa Cup Highlights

 

 

1. 00:00 Mixed Doubles
2. 12:28 Men's Singles
3. 18:16 Women's Doubles
4. 26:19 Men's Doubles
5. 36:50 Women's Singles

PPA Tour: Carvana Mesa Cup - Finals Highlights

Championship Showdowns: A Recap of All the Action

This video captures the thrilling final matches from the PPA Tour: Carvana Mesa Cup, showcasing top-tier pickleball talent across mixed doubles, men's singles, women's doubles, men's doubles, and women's singles. Witness the intense rallies, strategic plays, and emotional victories that defined Championship Sunday.

Mixed Doubles (0:00-12:27)

• Hayden Patrick Quinn & Anna Bright vs. Anna Leigh Waters & Ben Johns (0:00-9:51)
  • Result: Hayden Patrick Quinn and Anna Bright dethroned the best in the desert, taking the championship title.
  • Post-Match Interviews:
    • Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns (9:52-10:41) discuss their loss and motivation for the rest of the season.
    • Kayen Patrick Quinn and Anna Bright (10:42-12:26) share their feelings on winning and the confidence that led to their victory.

Men's Singles (12:28-18:15)

• Chris Hayworth vs. Ben Johns (12:28-17:00)
  • Result: Chris Hayworth wins gold, securing his first career singles title over Ben Johns.
  • Post-Match Interview: Chris Hayworth (17:09-18:14) talks about his "Happy Gilmore" serve and the significance of his win in Mesa.

Women's Doubles (18:16-26:18)

• Anna Bright & Anna Leigh Waters vs. Hurricane Tyra Black & Georgia Johnson (18:16-24:41)
  • Result: Anna Bright and Anna Leigh Waters secure yet another title.
  • Post-Match Interviews:
    • Anna Bright (24:47-25:14) discusses adjusting to their opponents' tough offense.
    • Anna Leigh Waters (25:15-25:50) shares her motivation and mental approach to the match.
    • Anna Bright (25:51-26:18) expresses her joy about winning two golds at the iconic Mesa tournament.

Men's Doubles (26:19-36:49)

• Ben Johns & Gabe Tardio vs. Christian & Hayden Patrick Quinn (26:19-35:36)
  • Result: Ben Johns and Gabe Tardio finish the job, winning one year after falling short on this court.
  • Post-Match Interviews:
    • Ben Johns (35:37-36:01) talks about staying focused and attacking opportunities.
    • Gabe Tardio (36:02-36:27) shares their tradition of celebrating with Korean barbecue and casino visits.
    • Ben Johns (36:28-36:49) praises Gabe's creative shots.

Women's Singles (36:50-41:06)

• Anna Leigh Waters vs. Kate (36:50-39:44)
  • Result: Anna Leigh Waters defends her title in the desert, crowned the winner of Mesa.
  • Post-Match Interview: Anna Leigh Waters (39:52-41:06) discusses using her earlier tough loss as "good energy" and the confidence gained from winning the first game.

2026 PPA Carvana Mesa Cup Mixed Doubles Final: (1) Waters/Johns vs (3) Bright/Patriquin

• Anna Leigh Waters:   / a.l.waters_a1  
• Ben Johns:   / benjohns_pb  
• Anna Bright:   / annabright.pb  
• Hayden Patriquin:   / hayden_patriquin  

Quarterfinals Highlights | PPA Tour: Carvana Mesa Cup

 

1. 00:00 Men's Doubles
2. 10:07 Women's Doubles
3. 13:00 Men's Singles
4. 19:24 Mixed Doubles
5. 28:13 Women's Singles

 

Gary Vaynerchuk on how AI will change our lives

 

 Gary Vaynerchuk is the owner of the NJ 5's MLP team