Riley Newman's remarkable achievements on the pickleball court are a testament to his skill and dedication. As a standout player, he consistently demonstrates his ability to excel in the sport. At the MLP Daytona event, Riley led the Premier Level in Points Won %, showcasing his exceptional talent and competitive spirit. With an impressive Adjusted +/- % of 11.08, he further solidified his status as a top contender.
Growing up in a large family with five sisters and one brother, Riley learned the value of teamwork and perseverance from an early age. His tennis scholarship at a Division I college in Seattle provided him with the opportunity to further hone his athletic abilities.
Riley's introduction to pickleball alongside his sister Lindsey marked the beginning of a successful journey in the sport. Together, they achieved gold in mixed doubles at their first 5.0 tournament, highlighting their synergy and shared passion for the game.
Outside of pickleball, Riley enjoys spending quality time with his family, attending professional sporting events, and staying active through workouts. He also cherishes the opportunity to vacation in his favorite part of the country, the Pacific Northwest, particularly during the summer months.
With an impressive record of 20 PPA Tour gold medals and 5 Major championships, Riley Newman continues to leave a lasting impact on the pickleball community, inspiring players of all levels with his remarkable achievements and dedication to the sport.
PPA Tour: Daytona Beach Open
Bracket Completed
Match #2
Dec 18
Zoey Weil, Riley Newman
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-7
Andrew Caldarella, Ella Yeh
G1
11
8
G2
11
7
Match #30
Dec 18
Zoey Weil, Riley Newman
G1
11
-4
G2
11
-2
Adam Harvey, Brooke Caruso
G1
11
4
G2
11
2
Match #45
Dec 18
Jorja Johnson, JW Johnson
G1
11
-2
G2
11
-4
Riley Newman, Zoey Weil
G1
11
2
G2
11
4
Gold:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Silver:
Kaitlyn Christian / Andrei Daescu
Bronze:
Callie Smith / Jay Devilliers
Bracket Completed
Match #18
Dec 19
Riley Newman, Noe Khlif
G1
8
-11
G2
11
-6
G3
11
-5
Rougel Aninon, Zak Parks
G1
8
11
G2
11
6
G3
11
5
Match #28
Dec 19
Riley Newman, Noe Khlif
G1
11
-6
G2
11
-5
Julian Arnold, Brandon French
G1
11
6
G2
11
5
Match #35
Dec 19
Andrei Daescu, Gabriel Tardio
G1
11
-6
G2
11
-13
G3
9
-11
Riley Newman, Noe Khlif
G1
11
6
G2
11
13
G3
9
11
Match #39
Dec 21
Riley Newman, Noe Khlif
G1
11
-4
G2
11
-9
CJ Klinger, Jaume Martinez Vich
G1
11
4
G2
11
9
Match #42
Dec 21
Riley Newman, Noe Khlif
G1
6
-11
G2
11
-9
G3
1
-11
G4
11
-6
G5
8
-11
Augustus Ge, JW Johnson
G1
6
11
G2
11
9
G3
1
11
G4
11
6
G5
8
11
Gold:
Augustus Ge / JW Johnson
Silver:
Riley Newman / Noe Khlif
Bronze:
Eric Oncins / Dylan Frazier