The Florida Sun Shines on the US Open Pickleball Championships

Women’ s Doubles Pro Champions: Christine McGrath hits a cross-court dink as opponent Corrine Carr gets ready.

Graham took notice of the rapid developments going on in pickleball. As the Business Director of Indoor Racquet Sports for Wilson Sporting Goods, she knew a thing or two about sport trends and business opportunities.

Upon completing months of research, Graham gave notice to Wilson in January( and agreed to stay on until August,

2015). Her plan was to showcase what she calls the“ first major professional‐only tournament brackets” that would be displayed on national television.

She explained,“ We wanted to model our event after tennis’ U. S. Open. This