Anna Bright Explains Her Strange Serve, Mindset, and Secret to Staying Calm

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How does one of the fiercest competitors in professional pickleball prepare mentally for the biggest moments? On this episode of Fans Want to Know, Dave Fleming sits down with world No. 2 Anna Bright to answer questions submitted by fans and dive into the routines, habits, and mindset that make her one of the toughest players on the PPA Tour.

Anna opens up about everything from her unique paddle-twirling serve routine and pre-point rituals to the mental techniques she uses during timeouts, including box breathing and visualization.

She also shares where her relentless competitive drive comes from, how she handles pressure and mistakes on court, and what she’s learned from playing alongside—and against—Anna Leigh Waters.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes through Anna Bright’s mind during a match, this episode gives you an inside look.