From Rivals To Partners: Rohrabacher And Parenteau Set Sights On Atlanta Glory

Next week at the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships, hosted at Life Time Peachtree Corners, the spotlight will be on women’s doubles. The tournament is generating significant buzz, thanks to the debut of an exciting new pairing: Catherine Parenteau and Rachel Rohrabacher.

This dynamic duo will enter the competition as the top-seeded team, thanks to their impressive ranking points. Their biggest potential challenge? Facing Parenteau and Rohrabacher’s former partners, Anna Leigh Waters and Anna Bright, in a highly anticipated gold-medal showdown.

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Rohrabacher’s Transition: A New Chapter

Rachel Rohrabacher has quickly made a name for herself on the PPA Tour, becoming a formidable contender in women’s doubles. Following her official split from Anna Bright after the Veolia North Carolina Open, Rohrabacher has embraced the opportunity to team up with Parenteau, one of the sport’s most respected and skilled athletes.

"I’m so excited to play with Catherine in Atlanta," Rohrabacher shared. "She is one of the most talented athletes to have ever stepped foot on the pickleball court. While we have had so many incredible battles throughout the past year, she has always been a true representation of class and a model professional for all those who aspire to someday compete on the PPA Tour."

Learning From The Best

Beyond teaming up with Parenteau, Rohrabacher will also benefit from guidance by Athena Trouillot, one of the most highly regarded coaches in pickleball. Rohrabacher acknowledges the advantage of having both Parenteau’s on-court prowess and Trouillot’s strategic insights by her side.

"My ultimate goal is to always continue to improve, compete, and win at the highest levels," Rohrabacher stated. "I am really looking forward to the experience and knowledge that both Catherine and Athena bring to the table."

The Road Ahead

With their first match set for Wednesday, May 14, in the Round of 32, Rohrabacher and Parenteau are poised to make a strong impression right from the start. Fans can catch the action live on Pickleballtv and the Pickleballtv App.

Reflecting on the partnership debut, Rohrabacher added:
"Now that we take the court on the same side for the first time ever, there is no better tournament to begin this partnership than the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships."

What To Expect

This new pairing has the potential to shake up the women’s doubles landscape. Both athletes bring an immense amount of talent, experience, and determination to the court, making them a formidable duo. With the possibility of facing their former partners, the stakes are higher than ever.

The pickleball community is eagerly awaiting the outcome—will Rohrabacher and Parenteau’s chemistry translate into victory?