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.
2025 Pickleball World Championships
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters
Silver:
Kate Fahey
Bronze:
Brooke Buckner
Bracket Completed
Match #17
Nov 04
Ava Ignatowich, Tom Protzek
G1
7
-11
G2
10
-12
Camden Chaffin, Emma Nelson
G1
7
11
G2
10
12
Match #49
Nov 04
Kate Fahey, Dylan Frazier
G1
11
-0
G2
11
-5
Camden Chaffin, Emma Nelson
G1
11
0
G2
11
5
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Silver:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Bronze:
Anna Bright / Hayden Patriquin
Bracket Completed
Match #8
Nov 05
Jade Rau, Genie Bouchard
G1
6
-11
G2
10
-12
Emma Nelson, Giovanna Morelli
G1
6
11
G2
10
12
Match #24
Nov 05
Parris Todd, Catherine Parenteau
G1
11
-4
G2
11
-1
Emma Nelson, Giovanna Morelli
G1
11
4
G2
11
1
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Anna Bright
Silver:
Parris Todd / Catherine Parenteau
Bronze:
Jorja Johnson / Tyra Hurricane Black