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 Zimmer Biomet Cape Coral Open
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Federico Staksrud
Silver:
Hunter Johnson
Bronze:
Christian Alshon
Bracket Completed
Match #28
Feb 10
Kaitlyn Christian, Blaine Hovenier
G1
11
-2
G2
11
-4
Yuta Funemizu, Christa Gecheva
G1
11
2
G2
11
4
Match #60
Feb 11
Jessie Irvine, Jay Devilliers
G1
11
-4
G2
12
-10
Blaine Hovenier, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
4
G2
12
10
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Silver:
Anna Bright / Hayden Patriquin
Bronze:
Rachel Rohrabacher / Christian Alshon
Bracket Completed
Match #32
Feb 11
Darrian Young, Blaine Hovenier
G1
11
-13
G2
11
-4
G3
11
-2
Zane Ford, Juan Benitez
G1
11
13
G2
11
4
G3
11
2
Match #40
Feb 12
Pablo Tellez, Noe Khlif
G1
7
-11
G2
11
-2
G3
11
-1
Darrian Young, Blaine Hovenier
G1
7
11
G2
11
2
G3
11
1
Gold:
Ben Johns / Gabriel Tardio
Silver:
JW Johnson / CJ Klinger
Bronze:
Christian Alshon / Hayden Patriquin