Alex Walker wearing a navy blue dress in Mesa.
Alex Walker competing at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM. PPA Tour

Best dressed at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM

Style is just as much a part of pro pickleball as the action on the court.

At the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM, the fashion was especially sharp. The men are clearly elevating their looks, while the women continue to push boundaries with bold patterns and vibrant colors. It’s always exciting to see what the pros step out in next.

Here’s my best dressed lineup from Mesa.

Camila Zilveti

 

Zilveti’s look in Mesa may have been my favorite of the entire week. I always appreciate when a player opts for something a little unexpected, and this burgundy floral babydoll dress from Popflex Active was absolutely charming. Florals aren’t a common sight in pickleball, and the deeper tones made the pattern feel subtle yet sophisticated. It was so cute, I found myself wanting one, too.

Chris Haworth

Haworth in a purple matching set
Chris Haworth at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM. PPA Tour

The men’s singles champion arrived ready to claim another title, and did it in style. Haworth kept things crisp in a lilac T-shirt and matching shorts (here’s a similar set), pairing the look with white court shoes from Skechers, white high socks, white compression sleeves, and a white hat. His Championship Sunday fit was the very definition of clean.

Maggie Brascia


There’s something about a monochromatic look that feels effortlessly chic. Brascia embraced the aesthetic in a pleated white tennis skirt, a fitted white tank, and matching white court shoes. It’s the kind of sleek, timeless outfit that works in any season. She finished it off with her burnt orange hat from Fun, adding just the right pop of color to keep the look both sophisticated and playful.

Connor Garnett

Garnett in a green shirt and white shorts
Connor Garnett at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM. PPA Tour

Styling can make or break a look, and in Garnett’s case, the all-white accessories truly elevated it. He paired an army green T-shirt from Zyia Active with white shorts, white socks, and crisp white court shoes from On. Topping it off with his white Twoey Nation hat, the overall look was simple, yet undeniably sleek.

Lingwei Kong


Was it Kong’s fabulous little red dress or the fact that she paired her Mesa fit pic with “Red” by Taylor Swift that secured her spot on the Best Dressed List? Honestly, a little of both. She looked incredibly chic in a burgundy athletic dress (here’s a similar style), which she styled with a crisp white visor for a polished finish. She also chose red in celebration of Chinese New Year, adding a meaningful touch to the look. I love the intentionality she brings to her on-court fashion. It makes the outfit that much more memorable.

Alex Walker

Walker in a navy blue dress
Alex Walker at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM. PPA Tour

Sometimes a player’s style is so strong, she earns back-to-back spots on the Best Dressed List—and Walker is one of the lucky few. This time, she stunned in the Madrid bubble dress in navy from 11NIL. The corset-inspired top and playful bubble hem made the look feel fresh and fun. Paired with crisp white court shoes from DAPS and white ruffle socks, the overall vibe was effortlessly feminine and undeniably pretty.

Eric Oncins

Oncins in a white shirt, white sleeves, white shoes, and blue shorts
Eric Oncins at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM. PPA Tour

I’m not usually a fan of compression sleeves, mostly because they rarely match the rest of the outfit. But if you’re going to wear them, take a page out of Oncins' playbook and coordinate them with your shirt. His bright white sleeves paired perfectly with his white T-shirt, creating a clean, cohesive look. The blue shorts added just the right pop of color to keep things interesting. Well played!

Honorable Mention: Ireland Horvat

Horvat in a pink dress interviewing Chris Haworth
Ireland Horvat and Chris Haworth at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Cal-AM. PPA Tour

Pickleballtv sideline reporter Ireland Horvat wore 11NIL throughout the tournament, and while every look was on point, her bright pink dress on Championship Sunday was a true standout.

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