Blaine Hovenier's journey from collegiate tennis success to pickleball prowess is a testament to his adaptability and passion for sports. A native of Los Angeles, Blaine discovered his love for pickleball during the summer of 2023, marking a significant shift in his athletic pursuits.
Prior to his pickleball endeavors, Blaine enjoyed a stellar collegiate tennis career at both UCLA and SMU. As a standout player for the Bruins and Mustangs, he clinched two NCAA conference titles, including the PAC 12 championship in 2019 and the American Conference championship in 2023. His achievements on the tennis court laid a strong foundation for his transition to pickleball.
Now fully immersed in the pickleball world, Blaine Hovenier is making waves with his exceptional talent and relentless drive. Known for his determination and athletic versatility, he is quickly rising through the ranks, captivating audiences with his impressive performances on the PPA Tour.
Currently based in Dallas, Blaine is poised to continue his ascent in the pickleball scene, eager to showcase his skills and compete at the highest level. As he embarks on this new chapter in his athletic journey, Blaine Hovenier embodies the spirit of perseverance and the pursuit of excellence.
PPA Tour: 2026 PPA Finals
In Progress
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Silver:
Bronze:
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Match #18
May 6
Cailyn Campbell, Blaine Hovenier
G1
11
-2
G2
11
-6
David Litvinov, Sienna Hitzeman
G1
11
2
G2
11
6
Match #26
May 7
Cailyn Campbell, Blaine Hovenier
G1
11
-6
G2
11
-5
Will MacKinnon, Kiora Kunimoto
G1
11
6
G2
11
5
Match #32
May 8
Cailyn Campbell, Blaine Hovenier
G1
1
-11
G2
11
-6
G3
11
-8
Clayton Powell, Danni-Elle Townsend
G1
1
11
G2
11
6
G3
11
8
Match #35
May 9
Isabella Dunlap, Nicolas Acevedo
G1
11
-2
G2
11
-2
Blaine Hovenier, Cailyn Campbell
G1
11
2
G2
11
2
Gold:
Silver:
Bronze:
In Progress
Match #17
May 8
AJ Koller, Blaine Hovenier
G1
6
-11
G2
11
-9
G3
11
-2
Sam Angelo, Pesa Teoni
G1
6
11
G2
11
9
G3
11
2
Match #22
May 9
AJ Koller, Blaine Hovenier
G1
9
-11
G2
13
-11
G3
6
-11
Tama Shimabukuro, Yuta Funemizu
G1
9
11
G2
13
11
G3
6
11
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