APP Announces 2025 U.S. National Team Roster
Thirteen of America’s most promising pickleball professionals have been selected to represent the 2025 APP U.S. National Team.
Chosen by the Association of Pickleball Players (APP), these athletes have demonstrated outstanding skill, dedication, and potential in the sport.
Meet the Team:
Eli Bertram (Boca Raton, Fla.)
Jayden Broderick (Greenville, S.C.)
Ronan Camron (Fort Myers, Fla.)
Ava Cavataio (West Palm Beach, Fla.)
Lauren Mercado (Las Vegas, Nev.)
Bella Nelson (Deerfield Beach, Fla.)
Drake Palm (La Costa, Calif.)
Clayton Powell (Bend, Ore.)
Brooke Revuelta (Miami, Fla.)
Aidan Schenk (Portland, Ore.)
Alexa Schull (Miami, Fla.)
Elliott Schupp (Bentonville, Ark.)
Leah Tauber (Cardiff, Calif.)
These players will participate in exclusive training camps, receive coaching and mentoring, undergo physical and skill evaluations, and travel internationally to compete in global pickleball events powered by the APP.
APP Founder Ken Herrmann, who previously served on the USTA National Player Development coaching staff, will lead the team as director. Assisting him are Chad Edwards, a former collegiate coach and current APP Tour broadcaster, and Lee Whitwell, a respected APP Tour pro in the AARP Champions Division.
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Training will take place at The Fort in Fort Lauderdale, Florida—a premier pickleball facility featuring 43 courts, the world's first pickleball stadium, and a dedicated training center. The venue serves as the official training and development hub for the APP U.S. National Team, reinforcing the APP’s commitment to nurturing talent and expanding the sport’s reach.
The 2025 APP U.S. National Team is more than just a roster of top players—it's a testament to the growing opportunities for rising stars in professional pickleball. With top-tier coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and international exposure, this team is set to make a significant impact on the sport in the coming year.
More information on the APP Next Gen program available here.