Introduced to pickleball in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic by her parents in 2020, Rachel Summers swiftly transitioned from her background in Division III tennis at the University of Mary Washington in Virginia. There, she established herself as a formidable force, earning the title of two-time All-American in singles.
Drawing from her tennis foundation, Summers adeptly embraced the nuances of pickleball, quickly mastering its fundamentals before delving into its strategic intricacies.
Among her notable achievements, Summers clinched consecutive victories in the Challenger Level MLP Championships as a valued member of the Bay Area Breakers, underscoring her prowess on the pickleball court.
While pursuing her second year of medical school, Summers also serves as a dedicated member of the U.S. Army Reserves, embodying a commitment to both academic and military excellence.
PPA Tour: CIBC Texas Open - 2025
Bracket Completed
Match #28
Mar 14
Lucy Kovalova, Matt Wright
G1
11
-2
G2
11
-0
Cason Campbell, Rachel Summers
G1
11
2
G2
11
0
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Silver:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Bronze:
Anna Bright / Hayden Patriquin
Bracket Completed
Match #23
Mar 15
Tyra Hurricane Black, Parris Todd
G1
11
-3
G2
11
-0
Camila Zilveti, Rachel Summers
G1
11
3
G2
11
0
Gold:
Tyra Hurricane Black / Parris Todd
Silver:
Etta Tuionetoa / Callie Smith
Bronze:
Rachel Rohrabacher / Anna Bright