Emma Nelson discovered pickleball four years ago playing casually with her family and quickly fell in love with the sport. After winning her first local tournament, she transitioned from volleyball in 2023 to pursue pickleball full-time.

She made her pro debut at the 2024 PPA Mesa Cup on Championship Court and has since achieved key milestones, including a PPA main draw win, an APP Next singles title, and competing at the PPA World Championships. Emma is currently ranked 6th in women’s doubles junior DUPR.

Known for her aggressive yet versatile style, she excels with strong forehand crosscourt shots and sharp angles.

Shelby Bates, originally from Jericho, NY and now based in Jupiter, FL, is a former Division I collegiate tennis player who spent 15 years teaching the sport before discovering pickleball in 2022. Just six months after picking up a paddle, she turned professional and quickly made her mark on the tour. Currently ranked #3 in doubles on the APP Tour, Shelby has earned 7 gold medals and 29 total medals to date. Off the court, she enjoys staying active, traveling the world, and listening to EDM and house music.

Playing pickleball for almost two years, she’s already made history — winning some of the sport’s most iconic inaugural events, including the first-ever Australian Open Grand Slam. With podium finishes across Malaysia and Vietnam, and standout performances on the PPA Malaysia Tour, her journey continues to rise. Off the court, she loves spending time with friends and family, staying grounded while chasing big goals.

Achievements

• Gold – Mixed Doubles, PPA Malaysia Tour
• Gold – Australian Open Grand Slam
• (First-Ever Pickleball Grand Slam Winner)
• Silver – Singles, PPA Malaysia Tour
• Silver – Malaysia
• Bronze – Vietnam
• 4th Place – Women’s Doubles, PPA Malaysia Tour

Zack Marceau is an APP Signed Touring Pro and one of the top collegiate pickleball players in the country, earning three straight All-American collegiate selections alongside multiple Top 5 APP Tour finishes and a Silver Medal at APP Japan. Known for his creativity and ability to make quick on-the-fly adjustments, Zack has been playing pickleball for nearly 9 years after first discovering the sport through driveway games using trash cans and chalk lines.

Averry Chew began her pickleball journey five years ago after stepping in as the fourth player for her parents. Since then, she has grown into one of the sport’s rising young talents, earning a spot among the Top 10 junior female players in both singles and doubles on DUPR Junior and representing the APP National Team. With four years of professional competition under her belt, Averry continues to chase new milestones and is excited to be part of the Ramsports family.

Max Green, originally from Los Angeles, California, is a former Division I tennis standout at Fordham University in New York, where he was a four-year starter and earned All-Conference honors in every season. He discovered pickleball in spring 2023 and rapidly climbed the professional ranks. Since summer 2023, Max has competed on both the PPA and APP Tours, reaching a career-high singles ranking of No. 11 on the APP Tour. He currently holds a 6.3 singles DUPR and a 5.7 doubles DUPR, highlighted by doubles victories over the top two APP teams in 2025. Off the court, Max serves as the Director of Pickleball at Life Time NYC, a premier destination for the sport in New York City.

Dylan Lewis is a rising professional pickleball player and member of the APP National Team, known for his powerful, aggressive style of play. A 2025 Pickleball World Cup Champion with Team USA and Top 12 ranked 18U singles player (DUPR), Dylan continues to compete at the highest level while balancing his training with a Master’s degree in Finance.

Connor DuVally is an APP Tour touring pro who discovered pickleball through family and quickly developed into a consistent, high-level competitor. With a 5.5 DUPR and a strong, reliable backhand game, Connor continues to make his mark on the pro circuit.

Erik Forsythe is a seasoned professional pickleball player from Bay Shore, New York, with over six years of experience competing at the highest level. Holding a strong 6.0 DUPR in doubles, Erik has played across major leagues including MLP, MLP Australia, and the Global Sports Pro League India (Seasons 1 and 2). As a full-time pro and coach, he brings a wealth of knowledge, competitive experience, and leadership to the Ramsports family.

Farreez Isqandaris a rising semi-pro pickleball player representing Ramsports. At theFukuoka Open 2025, he showcased his talent by winningGold in Men’s Singles (3.5+), while also earning1 Silver in Men’s Doubles (3.5+)and2 Bronze medalsin Men’s Doubles (Moneyball) and Men’s Singles (3.5+). Known for his speed, composure, and relentless work ethic, Farreez is quickly making a name for himself on the Asian pickleball circuit.

James Broker is a top-tier competitive pickleball player known for his aggressive court coverage, fast hands, and versatile all-court game. With a 5.621 DUPR doubles rating and 5.731 in singles, he competes at a high level on the APP Tour, earning multiple quarterfinal finishes and notable wins.

Off the court, James serves as Director of Pickleball at Life Time Reston and shares instructional content to help grow the game.

Eddie Shen is an accomplished player with multiple podium finishes across Asia, including a gold medal in men’s doubles at the 2024 World Pickleball Championships in Hong Kong.

Ben Rice, a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native, plays collegiate pickleball at Liberty University in Virginia. He discovered the sport in the summer before his freshman year in 2024 and quickly rose through the collegiate ranks, finishing his sophomore season as the eighth-ranked collegiate pickleball player in the country. Despite having no prior tennis experience, Ben now competes at the professional level in PPA, APP, and Brickwall Pro Series events, continuing to establish himself as one of the sport’s rising talents.

Wade Bryant is one of Ramsports’ newest Emerging Pro athletes and one of pickleball’s promising young talents. Originally from Amarillo, Texas, Wade rose to a Top 15 world junior ranking in singles and doubles after winning a national pickleball championship in 2023, a breakthrough that led him to pursue the sport professionally. Since then, he has competed in multiple PPA Tour main draws, earned wins over established professionals, and continues to develop his game while training in Boca Raton, Florida.

Originally from Gibraltar and now based in the United States, Lee Whitwell is one of pickleball’s most respected ambassadors both on and off the court. A US Open Champion, Major League Pickleball MVP, elite coach, and internationally recognized speaker, she is known for combining high-level performance with humor, resilience, and community-driven leadership. Whitwell currently holds the title of World #1 Ranked Senior Female Professional Pickleball Player, continuing to inspire players around the world through competition, coaching, and advocacy for the sport.

Pini Lee discovered pickleball in 2018 after a quick introduction at a neighborhood park—and has been hooked ever since. What started as curiosity quickly turned into a passion for competition, community, and growth.

Now ranked #1 in WPC Asia Women’s 50+, Pini has earned multiple Triple Crown titles across top PPA Asia tournaments, along with the PPA Asia 2025 Reward, securing her spot at the Jenius World Pickleball Championship. Her recent highlights include gold medals at the APP Kuala Lumpur Open 2026 and Japan Open Tokyo 2025, and a Women’s Doubles title at the APBA Cup Final 2025 in Chengdu.

Edy Kurniawan began his pickleball journey in August 2021, transitioning from a tennis background and quickly developing a passion for the sport’s pace and strategy.

He has since built an impressive record in the 50+ division, with multiple titles including gold medals in Men’s Doubles at Paramount 2025, UI Cup 2026, and APP Malaysia 2026, along with podium finishes in Mixed Doubles. Edy currently holds a DUPR of 4.682 in doubles and 4.561 in singles.

Known for his strong net presence, Edy’s game is highlighted by precise volleys and effective drop shots.

I Gusti Ngurah Alit Putra Hariwibawa, known as Alit, is a senior pickleball athlete from Bali, Indonesia. With a background in tennis and table tennis, he is known for his powerful forehand drives and aggressive volley game. Alit has earned multiple titles across the APP and WPC circuits, including Senior Pro championships at APP Penang and APP KL Open, along with multiple 50+ Open titles at the WPC Finals Hainan, WPC Series Penang, and WPC APO Bangkok. He continues to compete across the APP Asia Tour with his sights set on APP Australia in 2027.