Blaine Hovenier's journey from collegiate tennis success to pickleball prowess is a testament to his adaptability and passion for sports. A native of Los Angeles, Blaine discovered his love for pickleball during the summer of 2023, marking a significant shift in his athletic pursuits.
Prior to his pickleball endeavors, Blaine enjoyed a stellar collegiate tennis career at both UCLA and SMU. As a standout player for the Bruins and Mustangs, he clinched two NCAA conference titles, including the PAC 12 championship in 2019 and the American Conference championship in 2023. His achievements on the tennis court laid a strong foundation for his transition to pickleball.
Now fully immersed in the pickleball world, Blaine Hovenier is making waves with his exceptional talent and relentless drive. Known for his determination and athletic versatility, he is quickly rising through the ranks, captivating audiences with his impressive performances on the PPA Tour.
Currently based in Dallas, Blaine is poised to continue his ascent in the pickleball scene, eager to showcase his skills and compete at the highest level. As he embarks on this new chapter in his athletic journey, Blaine Hovenier embodies the spirit of perseverance and the pursuit of excellence.
PPA Tour: Veolia North Carolina Open
Bracket Completed
Match #30
Apr 03
Kaitlyn Christian, Blaine Hovenier
G1
7
-11
G2
11
-5
G3
11
-5
Marshall Brown, Lingwei Kong
G1
7
11
G2
11
5
G3
11
5
Match #47
Apr 03
Tina Pisnik, Collin Johns
G1
8
-11
G2
11
-2
G3
11
-5
Blaine Hovenier, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
8
11
G2
11
2
G3
11
5
Gold:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Silver:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Bronze:
Anna Bright / Federico Staksrud
Bracket Completed
Match #14
Apr 04
Rafa Hewett, Hunter Johnson
G1
12
-10
G2
9
-11
G3
7
-11
Blaine Hovenier, John Cincola
G1
12
10
G2
9
11
G3
7
11
Gold:
Gabriel Tardio / Ben Johns
Silver:
Federico Staksrud / Hayden Patriquin
Bronze:
Eric Oncins / Dylan Frazier