Donald Young's transition from tennis to professional pickleball marks yet another exciting chapter in his illustrious athletic career. Born in Chicago, Young's journey in sports began with a highly successful junior tennis career, where he ascended to the pinnacle of the junior world rankings at a remarkable age of 16.
On the ATP Tour, Young continued to showcase his talent, achieving notable success in both singles and doubles competitions. His achievements include reaching the final of the 2017 French Open in men’s doubles and making impressive runs to the fourth round in singles at the US Open in 2011 and 2015. At his peak, Young secured top-50 rankings in both disciplines, solidifying his status as a formidable force on the court.
In his transition to pickleball, Young brings with him a unique blend of skills, including speed, lefty spin, and quick hands, which promise to make him a formidable contender in the sport. With his wealth of experience and natural athleticism, Young is poised to make a significant impact on the pickleball circuit.
When he's not traversing the globe for tournaments, Young calls Atlanta, Georgia, home, where he enjoys the serene surroundings outside the bustling city. As he embarks on this new chapter in his athletic journey, fans eagerly anticipate witnessing Young's continued success and contributions to the evolving landscape of professional pickleball.
PPA Tour: Veolia North Carolina Open
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Gabriel Tardio
Silver:
Roscoe Bellamy
Bronze:
Federico Staksrud
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Silver:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Bronze:
Anna Bright / Federico Staksrud
Bracket Completed
Match #12
Apr 04
Travis Rettenmaier, Donald Young
G1
7
-11
G2
5
-11
Brandon French, Wyatt Stone
G1
7
11
G2
5
11
Gold:
Gabriel Tardio / Ben Johns
Silver:
Federico Staksrud / Hayden Patriquin
Bronze:
Eric Oncins / Dylan Frazier