Navratil grew up in Racine, WI. While in high school, Zane won three state tennis championships. He went on to play college tennis for Wisconsin-Whitewater. After graduation, Zane worked as a Certified Public Accountant for a year before deciding to pursue pickleball as a career. 

Navratil is known for his quickness and agility on the court.Since turning pro, Navratil has won multiple Major League Pickleball championships. He is among the best singles players in the world and is a constant challenger on the medal stand in the doubles game. He currently resides in Dripping Springs, TX, where he is able to practice at Dreamland in Austin, TX with fellow pickleball pros.