Side Out Tsunami Hosts First Ever APP Pro Pickleball Tournament in Seattle
Seattle pickleball fans showed up in a big way this past weekend as Side Out Tsunami hosted its first ever APP professional tour event. Hundreds of amateur and professional players competed across multiple divisions, drawing strong local attendance throughout the weekend.
The event marked a major milestone for the Seattle pickleball community. Bringing a national level tour stop to the Pacific Northwest signals continued growth of the sport locally. Hometown favorites including Thomas Yu, Noah Zwiren, James Yu, Riley Inn, Max “Purple Jesus” Manthou, and Vivian Glozman competed in front of an energetic crowd.
In addition to pro matches, hundreds of amateur players participated across skill and age divisions. The mix of professional level play and local competitors created a competitive but welcoming environment for players and spectators alike.
Championship matches delivered high level shot making, fast hands battles, and long rallies that kept fans engaged throughout the weekend.
Watch semi-final match footage on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-iYlj3QbEc
APP Seattle Tournament Results
Women's Singles Podium
Gold: Katerina Stewart
Silver: Bobbi Oshiro
Bronze: Domenika Turkovic
Women's Doubles Podium
Gold: Megan Fudge / Sofia Sewing
Silver: Jillian Braverman / Emelia Schmidt
Bronze: Shelby Bates / Bobbi Oshiro
Men's Singles Podium
Gold: Max Green
Silver: Ronan Camron
Bronze: Tristan Dussault
Men's Doubles Podium
Gold: Aidan Schenk / Casey Diamond
Silver: Andre Mick / Elliot Schupp
Bronze: Max “Purple Jesus” Manthou / Thomas Yu
Mixed Doubles Podium
Gold: Vivian Glozman / Casey Diamond
Silver: Christine Maddox / Max “Purple Jesus” Manthou
Bronze: Bobbi Oshiro / Randy Blanco
Seattle Continues to Grow as a Pro Pickleball Destination
Hosting a professional tour stop reinforces Seattle’s position as one of the fastest growing pickleball markets in the country. The depth of talent in the Pacific Northwest continues to rise as more competitive players enter national level tournaments.
Side Out Tsunami’s tournament level courts, spacing, and spectator friendly layout created an environment built for high level play. Players and fans experienced high intensity championship moments throughout the weekend.
The next major tournament coming to the facility will be the PPA Challenger Series this August, bringing another opportunity for fans to watch top competition in Seattle.
Bring the Pro Pickleball Experience to Your Company Event
The rapid growth of professional pickleball is creating new energy around the sport. Companies are now using pickleball events as a way to bring teams together in a social and active environment that feels fresh and engaging.
After hosting our first APP professional tournament, Side Out Tsunami continues to attract high level competition, including the upcoming PPA Challenger Series this August. The same courts used by top pros are available for private company events, giving your group a unique opportunity to play in a tournament caliber setting.
Corporate pickleball events work well for groups with mixed skill levels. New players learn quickly, experienced players stay challenged, and the format naturally encourages interaction.
Popular corporate event formats include:
• team building tournaments
• company outings
• client entertainment
• holiday parties
• networking events
Our team helps coordinate event structure, court scheduling, and match formats so your group gets a smooth and memorable experience. You can explore corporate event options or submit an event inquiry.
