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 Carvana Mesa Cup
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters
Silver:
Kate Fahey
Bronze:
Brooke Buckner
Bracket Completed
Match #19
Feb 17
Lauren Stratman, Yates Johnson
G1
7
-11
G2
4
-11
Max Freeman, Emma Nelson
G1
7
11
G2
4
11
Match #51
Feb 18
Anna Leigh Waters, Ben Johns
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-0
Max Freeman, Emma Nelson
G1
11
8
G2
11
0
Gold:
Anna Bright / Hayden Patriquin
Silver:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Bronze:
Tyra Hurricane Black / Andrei Daescu
Bracket Completed
Match #2
Feb 18
Emma Nelson, Marcela Hones
G1
6
-11
G2
11
-5
G3
11
-13
Ashlee Candelaria, Kelly Goodnow
G1
6
11
G2
11
5
G3
11
13
Gold:
Anna Bright / Anna Leigh Waters
Silver:
Jorja Johnson / Tyra Hurricane Black
Bronze:
Lacy Schneemann / Tina Pisnik