Anna Leigh Waters has captured her 200th PPA Tour title, and she has worn plenty of memorable outfits along the way. To mark the milestone, here are some of the standout looks from her career.
An Early Look Back
One of the earliest photos of Waters on a pickleball court feels like a time capsule. She wore Nike shoes and a Paddletek shirt and held a vintage paddle. The 11-year-old in the photo had no idea how much pickleball would change her life. Her signature visor and braid, however, have remained a constant.
The Blue Set That Made Headlines
A bright-blue set became one of Waters’ most iconic looks when she announced her signing with Nike as a professional athlete. The moment marked a major milestone in her career and in the evolution of professional pickleball. When a global brand like Nike invests in one of the sport’s top athletes, it signals how far the sport has come. The partnership helped bring pickleball to a larger stage and showed that the game is no longer just a backyard pastime.
Matching Moments With Mom
Early in her career, Waters competed alongside her mother, Leigh, and the mother-daughter duo often coordinated their outfits. Both women have a clear eye for fashion. Their matching FILA looks, featuring polo shrugs, were among the author’s favorites. The outfits were stylish and charming, which made the matching pairing even more special.
The Look for No. 100
Waters reached her 100th title at the 2024 PPA North Carolina in a turquoise FILA dress with a scalloped hemline. The look blended cute and sporty styling, and it remains one of the author’s personal favorites.
Polos and Tiered Skirts
Waters wore several versions of collared polo tops paired with tiered, twirly skirts. The pink, navy and cream colorways felt feminine and playful, and they photographed beautifully on the court. These looks rank among the author’s all-time favorite outfits in professional pickleball fashion.
Purple Nike Perfection
The author’s final pick is a purple Nike set that Waters wore at the PPA Greater Zion Cup. The geometric cutout detailing, open-back design and matching skirt made it a standout. She finished the outfit with white crew socks and light green-and-white shoes with a purple Nike swoosh, which tied the look together.
