Catherine Parenteau and Anna Leigh Waters End Successful Partnership; Waters to Team Up with Anna Bright for 2025 Season
In a significant development within the professional pickleball community, Catherine Parenteau announced on Monday, following the Veolia North Carolina Open, that she and Anna Leigh Waters have decided to end their women’s doubles partnership. Parenteau expressed heartfelt gratitude towards Waters for their time together, marking the conclusion of one of the sport’s most successful collaborations.
A Storied Partnership
Waters and Parenteau have been a dominant force in women’s doubles, amassing an impressive record:
- Total Titles: 31, including 14 in 2024.
- Finals Record: 31-4 overall; 10-3 against Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher, and 21-1 against other teams.
- Notable Matches in 2025:
- Defeated by Callie Smith and Etta Tuionetoa in the quarterfinals of the CIBC Texas Open.
- Defeated by Jorja Johnson and Tyra Black in the finals of the Veolia North Carolina Open.
- Streaks: Achieved a 60-match win streak and secured 13 consecutive PPA gold medals during their partnership.
In 2023, Waters showcased her versatility by winning all 18 women’s doubles tournaments she entered—11 with Parenteau and 7 with Bright. Parenteau’s illustrious career includes 53 overall gold medals: 9 in singles, 37 in doubles, and 7 in mixed doubles.
New Beginnings
Looking ahead, Waters will partner with Anna Bright for the remainder of the 2025 season. Their debut is scheduled for the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships, set to take place from May 12-18 at Life Time Peachtree Corners in Georgia. This tournament is a prestigious Slam event, offering maximum ranking points. citeturn0search3
The renewed partnership between Waters and Bright is highly anticipated. Their previous collaboration in 2023 resulted in seven titles, underscoring their strong chemistry on the court. While their combined firepower positions them as formidable contenders, it’s acknowledged that partnerships often require time to fully synchronize. Their performance at the upcoming Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
Conclusion
The conclusion of Waters and Parenteau’s partnership marks the end of a remarkable era in women’s doubles pickleball. As both athletes embark on new collaborations, the pickleball community eagerly awaits the unfolding dynamics and rivalries that will shape the remainder of the 2025 season.
