Tom Protzek transitioned from a Division I soccer career at the University of Tulsa to the pro pickleball scene, making his PPA debut in November 2024. In just his second tournament, he made waves with a round of 16 finish in singles, pushing world No. 1 Federico Staksrud to three intense sets. Since then, Tom has continued to prove himself on tour, earning main draw wins across multiple events—including a recent round of 16 run after a standout victory over Michael Loyd. With athleticism, grit, and a fierce competitive spirit, Tom is quickly becoming one to watch.
23 days ago
PPA Tour: Daytona Beach Open
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Christopher Haworth
Silver:
Gabriel Joseph
Bronze:
Rafael Lenhard
Bracket Completed
Match #15
Dec 18
Hannah Blatt, Grayson Goldin
G1
11
-9
G2
9
-11
G3
6
-11
Tom Protzek, Rachel Summers
G1
11
9
G2
9
11
G3
6
11
Match #37
Dec 18
Tyra Hurricane Black, Christian Alshon
G1
11
-0
G2
11
-1
Tom Protzek, Rachel Summers
G1
11
0
G2
11
1
Gold:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Silver:
Kaitlyn Christian / Andrei Daescu
Bronze:
Callie Smith / Jay Devilliers
Bracket Completed
Match #26
Dec 19
Tom Protzek, Jay Devilliers
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-3
Luca Mack, Juan Varon
G1
11
8
G2
11
3
Match #34
Dec 19
Tom Protzek, Jay Devilliers
G1
11
-5
G2
11
-6
John Lucian Goins, Zane Ford
G1
11
5
G2
11
6
Match #38
Dec 19
Augustus Ge, JW Johnson
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-7
Tom Protzek, Jay Devilliers
G1
11
8
G2
11
7
Gold:
Augustus Ge / JW Johnson
Silver:
Riley Newman / Noe Khlif
Bronze:
Eric Oncins / Dylan Frazier
