Emma Nelson is a 14 year-old professional Pickleball player signed with the PPA tour. She discovered her passion for the sport three years ago at her local community center, where her journey began under the guidance of her dad, who now travels with her as her coach. After gaining experience in local tournaments, Emma made her PPA debut in February 2024 in Mesa, Arizona — a turning point in her young career. Since then, she has continued to rise through the ranks, fueled by hard work, family support, and a love for the game.
PPA Tour: 2026 Sacramento Open
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Kate Fahey
Silver:
Kaitlyn Christian
Bronze:
Lea Jansen
Bracket Completed
Match #17
Apr 14
Judit Castillo, Ivan Jakovljevic
G1
8
-11
G2
11
-4
G3
11
-3
Jace Morris, Emma Nelson
G1
8
11
G2
11
4
G3
11
3
Gold:
Tyra Hurricane Black / Eric Oncins
Silver:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Bronze:
Parris Todd / Andrei Daescu
Bracket Completed
Match #3
Apr 15
Emma Nelson, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
-5
G2
11
-0
Luana Stanciu, Ella Cosma
G1
11
5
G2
11
0
Match #14
Apr 17
Milan Rane, Mari Humberg
G1
11
-9
G2
2
-11
G3
11
-7
Emma Nelson, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
9
G2
2
11
G3
11
7
Gold:
Parris Todd / Rachel Rohrabacher
Silver:
Tyra Hurricane Black / Jorja Johnson
Bronze:
Cailyn Campbell / Tina Pisnik