After Young’s 10-year childhood career playing competitive junior tennis, he was ready for a change. Having burnt out from his previous passion, Young was convinced to swap his racquet for a paddle. Young’s success in pickleball can be attributed to his wrist flexibility, his strategic understanding of the game and his natural ability to generate power. Young has gone on to win numerous accolades since turning pro, winning at all different competitions and venues.
Young grew up in Burriana, Spain, but moved to Southern California at the age of 13. He now lives in Austin, TX, where he trains regularly with the professional pickleball community there.
PPA Tour: 2026 Newport Beach Open
Bracket Completed
Match #24
Mar 04
Lindsey Newman, Mohaned Alhouni
G1
11
-5
G2
11
-4
Darrian Young, Chloe Igleski
G1
11
5
G2
11
4
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Silver:
Tina Pisnik / Eric Oncins
Bronze:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Bracket Completed
Match #32
Mar 05
Blaine Hovenier, Darrian Young
G1
6
-11
G2
4
-11
Collin Johns, Len Yang
G1
6
11
G2
4
11
Gold:
Ben Johns / Gabriel Tardio
Silver:
Christian Alshon / Hayden Patriquin
Bronze:
Federico Staksrud / Andrei Daescu