PPA CIBC Texas Open Presented by Fasenra: A Comprehensive Tournament Preview

The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour is making history in 2025 with back-to-back weekend tournaments for the first time. Following last week’s exciting matches in Cape Coral, Florida, the tour now heads to McKinney, Texas, a northern suburb of Dallas, for another debut event. This comprehensive preview will dive into the details of the PPA CIBC Texas Open Presented by Fasenra, offering insights for both seasoned pickleball enthusiasts and newcomers to the sport.

Tournament Overview

The Courts of McKinney at Gabe Nesbitt Community Park will host this prestigious event, boasting an impressive array of facilities:

4 dedicated outdoor courts
8 hybrid (tennis or pickleball) outdoor courts
4 dedicated indoor courts
8 additional hybrid outdoor courts

As an Open level tournament, competitors will be vying for 1,000 PPA Points, a significant boost in the rankings. The event follows a traditional draw format:

Wednesday: Qualifiers
Thursday: Singles
Friday: Mixed Doubles
Saturday: Gender Doubles
Sunday: Championship Matches

Weather Outlook: A Potential Game-Changer

While players and spectators can breathe a sigh of relief with no precipitation forecast, the wind could prove to be a formidable opponent. Friday’s matches may face gusts up to 27mph, with Saturday still seeing significant 16mph winds. These conditions could dramatically impact play styles and strategies, potentially forcing some matches indoors if the situation becomes too extreme.

How to Watch

Fans can catch all the action through various broadcast options:

Thursday-Sunday: Noon – 8pm ET on PickleballTV (Championship Court)
Friday: 11pm – 1am ET on FS2
Saturday: 6pm – 8pm ET on FS2 (concurrent with PickleballTV)
Sunday: 10pm – Midnight ET on FS1 (Replays)

Women’s Singles: Can Anyone Challenge the Reigning Champion?

The women’s singles competition promises intense matchups, with all eyes on world #1 Anna Leigh Waters. Having dominated in Cape Coral without dropping a single game, Waters enters the Texas Open as the clear favorite. However, the field is stacked with talent, including Kaitlyn Christian, Brooke Buckner, and Lea Jansen, who have all pushed Waters in recent tournaments.

Predictions for the women’s singles:

Semi-finalists: (1) Anna Leigh Waters, (3) Brooke Buckner, (2) Kaitlyn Christian, and (4) Kate Fahey
Finals: Anna Leigh Waters vs. Kate Fahey, with Waters likely to secure another title

Men’s Singles: The Return of Federico Staksrud

The men’s singles competition sees the return of world #1 Federico Staksrud, who skipped the Cape Coral event. His presence adds an extra layer of excitement to an already competitive field. Ben Johns, coming off an unexpected early exit in Cape Coral, will be looking to bounce back and reassert his dominance.

Key storylines to watch:

Staksrud’s form after his brief hiatus from singles play
Ben Johns’ response to his recent upset loss
The absence of qualifier John Lucian Goins, who surprised many with a bronze medal performance in Cape Coral

Predictions for the men’s singles:

Semi-finalists: (1) Federico Staksrud, (4) Hunter Johnson, (2) Ben Johns, and (6) Jaume Martinez Vich
Finals: A rematch between Hunter Johnson and Ben Johns, with Johns likely to emerge victorious in a closely contested three-game match

Mixed Doubles: New Partnerships and Returning Champions

The mixed doubles event features intriguing partnerships and potential for upsets:

(2) JW Johnson reunites with his sister Jorja after partnering with Anna Bright last week
(4) Hayden Patriquin and Anna Bright bring their successful Major League Pickleball (MLP) partnership to the PPA Tour
(6) Etta Tuionetoa and Federico Staksrud team up for the first time in over 18 months

Predictions for mixed doubles:

Semi-finalists: (1) Anna Leigh Waters/Ben Johns, (4) Anna Bright/Hayden Patriquin, (13) Hurricane Tyra Black/Jaume Martinez Vich, and (3) Catherine Parenteau/Christian Alshon
Finals: Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns to defeat Catherine Parenteau and Christian Alshon in a thrilling three-game match

Women’s Doubles: The Dominance Continues?

The women’s doubles competition has been dominated by the top two seeds throughout 2025. Will this trend continue in Texas? Key points of interest include:

The continued dominance of the top seeds
A new partnership between (5) Callie Smith and Etta Tuionetoa
The potential dark horse team of (7) Jade Kawamoto and Lacy Schneemann

Predictions for women’s doubles:

Semi-finalists: (1) Catherine Parenteau/Anna Leigh Waters, (6) Lucy Kovalova/Lea Jansen, (2) Rachel Rohrabacher/Anna Bright, and (7) Jade Kawamoto/Lacy Schneemann
Finals: Catherine Parenteau and Anna Leigh Waters to defeat Rachel Rohrabacher and Anna Bright in four games

Men’s Doubles: New Partnerships and Seasoned Veterans

The men’s doubles event is brimming with fresh partnerships and established teams vying for gold:

(3) Andrei Daescu, riding a three-tournament winning streak, pairs with Dylan Frazier
Notable new partnerships include Matt Wright/Dekel Bar, Collin Johns/James Ignatowich, and Tyson McGuffin/Quang Duong
Senior tour champions (31) Altaf Merchant and Steve Deakin look to make their mark
(14) Miami Pickleball Club teammates Jay Devilliers and Noe Khlif debut their partnership

Predictions for men’s doubles:

Semi-finalists: (7) CJ Klinger/JW Johnson, (10) Tyler Loong/Connor Garnett, (2) Gabe Tardio/Ben Johnson, and (9) Augie Ge/Jaume Martinez Vich
Finals: CJ Klinger and JW Johnson to emerge victorious against Ben Johns and Gabe Tardio in an epic five-game battle

Conclusion: A Tournament Not to Be Missed

The PPA CIBC Texas Open Presented by Fasenra promises to be an exhilarating event, showcasing the sport’s top talent across all categories. With unpredictable weather conditions, new partnerships, and the continued evolution of pickleball strategy at the highest level, this tournament is set to deliver thrilling matches and potentially reshape the PPA Tour rankings.

Whether you’re a die-hard pickleball fan or new to the sport, the Texas Open offers something for everyone. From the precision and power of singles play to the strategic teamwork in doubles, viewers will witness the pinnacle of pickleball performance. As the sport continues to grow in popularity, events like this serve as perfect showcases for the athleticism, skill, and excitement that make pickleball one of the fastest-growing sports in America.

Don’t miss out on the action – tune in to PickleballTV and the Fox Sports networks to catch all the drama unfold on the courts of McKinney, Texas. With world-class athletes, potential upsets, and the unpredictable Texas weather, the PPA CIBC Texas Open is shaping up to be one of the most memorable tournaments of the 2025 season.

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