Ben Johns is greatest male player in professional pickleball industry. He has been ranked no. 1 in all three formats of the pickleball game (mixed doubles, singles, and men’s doubles) consistently from last 3 years. He holds a record 108-match winning streak in singles, with over 80 PPA Titles.
Player Info:
| Full Name | Benjamin Ellingham Johns |
| Residence | Austin , Texas |
| DOB | 18 March, 1999 (in Maryland) |
| Age | 24 |
| Height | 6ft |
| Education | Graduate in Material Science and Engineering from University of Maryland |
| Playing Style | Offensive , Right Handed |
| Paddle | JOOLA Perseus |
Childhood Life and Education of Ben Johns:
Ben Johns, a native of Laytonsville, Maryland, was born on March 18, 1999. He grew up in a large family of seven children and began playing tennis at the age of 8. During his high school years in Naples, Florida, he discovered his passion for pickleball while playing varsity tennis.
His older brother Collin also played tennis and now he is Ben john’s doubles partner in pickleball. Ben John’s sister Hannah is also associated with pickleball sport and works as a PPA Tour sideline reporter.
Ben Johns’s Pickleball Journey:
He started playing tennis at the age of 8 and won many tournaments and state championships during his school days. He later discovered his love towards Pickleball in 2016. He made his professional debue in 2016 at US Open Pickleball Championship.
Ben Johns’ words often reflect his passion for pickleball and his philosophy on success. “It’s not just about winning; it’s about constantly improving and enjoying the game,” he once remarked, capturing the essence of his approach to sportsmanship.
Playing Style:
What sets Ben Johns apart is his distinctive playing style. A combination of precision, agility, and strategic brilliance defines his approach on the court. His ability to adapt to various opponents and situations has made him a formidable force in the pickleball world.
Ben Johns’ playing style is highly offensive, utilizing his quick hands and ability to make fast-paced shots. He loves to play aggresive pickleball which makes opponent difficult to adapt against him. Johns’ hand-eye coordination and excellent footwork are integral parts of his playing style, giving him an edge in both singles and doubles play.
Paddle :
Ben Johns uses paddle designed and developed by JOOLA. He used to play with JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 till 2022. He started palying with JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16, in 2023.
Ben John’s Achievements and Titles:
Ben Johns has won more than 50 gold medals and 14 Triple crowns (winning singles, doubles, and mixed-doubles all three events in the same tournament). He has already ecome a top ranked player in all three formats of the sport.
| 2017 | USAPA National Championships | Gold (Men’s Singles 19+) |
| 2018, 2020 | Tournament of Champions | Winner |
| 2019,2020 | Dink for Pink Title | Winner |
| 2018, 2019, 2020 | US Open championships | Winner |
| 2021, 2022 | US Open championships | Triple Crown winner |
Business Sponsorships:
In 2019, he signed a sponsorship deal with Franklin Sports which lasted for 3 years. in 2022 Ben Johns signed new sponsorship deal with JOOLA, a giant in table tennis & pickleball equipment industry. He uses JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 pickleball paddle.
Ben Johns is a highly accomplished professional pickleball player who has achieved numerous milestones in his career. He has won multiple gold medals in various events and has been ranked No. 1 in the world for mixed doubles, singles, and men’s doubles by the Pro Pickleball Association.
He has also launched a business venture and signed sponsorship deals with major sporting goods companies. His achievements and contributions to the sport of pickleball have made him a role model for aspiring players around the world.
Ben johns started giving strategies, picklebal playing tips & techniques and coaching too on his youtube channel. Ben johns’ official Youtube channel.
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