Ben Johns

The King of Precision and Dominance
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ben-johns
DUPR Rating
7.3
city
Gaithersburg, MD
Age
Grip
Continental
Height
6’1’’
Turned pro
2016
Sponsors
Ben Johns

Ben Johns is widely regarded as the greatest pickleball player of all time, blending skill, strategy, and innovation to dominate the sport. Born in Gaithersburg, Maryland, Ben grew up playing a variety of sports, including tennis, table tennis, and baseball, before discovering pickleball in 2016 during his teenage years. Within months of picking up a paddle, he began competing professionally, quickly rising to the top of the rankings.Ben’s playing style is characterized by his ability to analyze opponents, adapt mid-match, and execute with pinpoint precision. He is known for his relentless consistency, devastating backhand, and ability to win under pressure in both singles and doubles. Alongside his brother, Collin Johns, Ben has formed one of the most successful doubles partnerships in pickleball history. However, Ben Johns and his brother, Collin Johns, have announced that they will no longer be playing together as a doubles team starting in 2025.Fun Facts:• Ben is a passionate chess player and credits the game with sharpening his strategic mindset on the pickleball court.• He graduated with a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, using his knowledge to design signature paddles.• Ben holds multiple PPA Triple Crowns, making him one of the sport’s most decorated athletes

Ben Johns Career Achievements

Maintained a 108-match winning streak in singles and went undefeated in mixed doubles for 22 consecutive tournaments in 2019.
As of August 2023, ranked No. 1 in the world for mixed doubles, No. 2 for singles, and No. 3 for men's doubles by the Professional Pickleball Association.
Holds over 80 titles on the PPA Tour, including 15 triple crowns.
Achieved triple crowns at the US Open in 2021 and 2022.
First male professional player to win a triple crown at the Tournament of Champions in 2019.
US Open Pickleball Championships: • Gold in Men's Singles (2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022). • Gold in Men's Doubles (2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022). • Gold in Mixed Doubles (2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022).

Ben Johns Highlights

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Ben Johns holds a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, which he uses to design innovative paddles for the game.

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Ben Johns holds a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, which he uses to design innovative paddles for the game.

FAQs About Ben Johns

What hobby does Ben enjoy off the court?

Ben is an avid chess player and credits the game for improving his strategic mindset in pickleball.

What’s Ben Johns’ favorite shot?

Ben is known for his deadly accurate backhand roll, a shot that keeps opponents on the defensive.

Who is Ben’s primary doubles partner?

Ben frequently partnered with his brother, Collin Johns, until their partnership ended in 2024.

What is Ben Johns’ biggest strength on the court?

His ability to control points with precise shot placement and strategic thinking makes him nearly unbeatable.

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