Thomas Wilson and Vivienne David smiling at the camera at the Mesa Arizona Cup.
Thomas Wilson and Vivienne David at the 2024 Mesa Arizona Cup. PPA Tour

It's the International Day of Happiness, so relive some joyful moments on the court

DALLAS, TX – March 20 is the International Day of Happiness!

There are all kinds of weird, exciting, and outright whacky national days out there, like National Napping Day (March 11), Houseplant Appreciation Day (Jan. 10), Talk like a Pirate Day (Sep. 19), and Clean your Refrigerator Day (Nov. 15) to name a few.

But the International Day of Happiness seems like a top-tier holiday. Pickleball is a sport that truly brings people joy, whether it’s the elderly grandmas outplaying the young whippersnappers, or the pros who quit their jobs to pursue the game full-time.

To mark the occasion, here are some of the best photos from the PPA Tour that truly illustrate the delight pickleball can deliver. 

Allyce Jones at the 2023 North Carolina Open

Allyce Jones throwing her arms up and yelling in celebration
Allyce Jones celebrating at the 2023 North Carolina Open. PPA Tour

Allyce Jones - who is affectionately known as "Mighty Mouse" - is one of the most emotive and passionate players to watch, so when she wins, her level of excitement is simply off the charts.

Anna Bright and Andrei Daescu celebrating a win at the 2024 Austin Open

Anna Bright and Andre Daescu hugging after a championship win at the Austin Open
Anna Bright and Andre Daescu at the 2024 Veolia Austin Open. PPA Tour

There's nothing like a hug with your doubles partner after a big win. At the Veolia Austin Open, Daescu and Bright won gold and celebrated accordingly. This just gives you a warm and fuzzy feeling.

Anna Leigh Waters and Leigh Waters celebrating at the 2024 Mesa Arizona Cup

Anna Leigh Waters and her mom, Leigh Waters holding up a trophy in celebration
Anna Leigh Waters and Leigh Waters at the Mesa Arizona Cup earlier this year. PPA Tour

There's nothing like some mother-daughter love on the pickleball court. Waters' mom and coach, Leigh, is always the first person to celebrate her daughter's triumphs... which just keep on coming and coming.

Ben Johns and Collin Johns celebrating at the 2023 Austin Showdown

Collin Johns beaming as Ben Johns hugs him after a win
Collin Johns and Ben Johns at the 2023 Austin Showdown. PPA Tour

Brotherly love on the pickleball court is just too sweet, especially when a victory has been secured. Just look at Collin's face hugging Ben. That's some major sibling appreciation. 

Connor Garnett smiling at the 2024 Pickleball Central Indoor USA Championships 

Connor Garnett tossing a pickleball with a huge smile on his face
Connor Garnett at the 2024 Pickleball Central Indoor USA Championships. PPA Tour

Garnett is one of the smiliest pros on tour. Nearly every photo of him shows his complete and utter satisfaction while playing the game he loves. Garnett looks like he's truly living the dream out there on the court. 

Collin Schick and Jack Sock celebrating at the 2024 Hyundai Masters 

Collin Shick and Jack Sock jumping for joy
Collin Shick and Jack Sock at the 2024 Hyundai Masters. PPA Tour

Now this is a jump for joy! Sock and Shick, two former tennis pros turned pickleball pros, are as explosive with their celebrations as they are with their gameplay. 

Jay Devilliers at the 2023 OGIO Newport Beach Shootout

Jay Devilliers smiling at his opponent on teh pickleball court
Jay Devilliers at the 2023 OGIO Newport Beach Shootout. PPA Tour

Sometimes, a smile can intimidate your opponent. Here, Devilliers' smile shows his love for the game and his confidence in the heat of battle, too.

Vivienne David and Thomas Wilson at the 2024 Pickleball Central Indoor USA Championships 

Vivienne David throwing up arms up to hug Thomas Wilson
Vivienne David and Thomas Wilson celebrate at the 2024 Pickleball Central Indoor USA Championships. PPA Tour

Embrace your doubles partner! Wilson and David are perhaps the smiliest duo on the pro circuit. Their passion for the sport is simply infectious. 

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