Ben Johns
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Gender
Male
Age
26
Location
Boca Raton, Florida
Plays
Right-handed
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Ben Johns was born on March 18, 1999, in Gaithersburg, Maryland, as the middle child of seven siblings. Raised in Laytonsville, he was homeschooled and developed a passion for racket sports early on, playing tennis and table tennis. His older brother, Collin, a professional tennis player, often had Ben as a hitting partner, fostering his competitive spirit.
In 2016, at 17, Ben discovered pickleball while vacationing in Florida and was immediately captivated by the sport’s unique blend of strategy and athleticism. He entered his first major tournament, the U. S.
Open Pickleball Championships, and secured a fifth-place finish in men’s pro singles, marking the beginning of his rapid ascent in the pickleball world. ) Ben’s journey to professional pickleball was marked by dedication and rapid progression. In 2017, he clinched his first gold medal at the Riverbend RV Resort Pickleball Tournament and followed it up with a victory in men’s pro singles at the U.
S. Open. His success continued with three gold medals at the Canadian Nationals, establishing him as a rising star.
The year 2019 was particularly significant, as he became the first male player to achieve a Triple Crown at the Tournament of Champions, winning gold in all three events. He repeated this feat at the U. S.
Open in 2021 and 2022, further cementing his legacy in the sport. ) As of November 2025, Ben Johns continues to dominate the professional pickleball circuit. He holds the No.
1 ranking in men’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, reflecting his versatility and skill across all formats. His playing style is characterized by a strategic approach, often staying “two or three steps ahead” of his opponents, as noted by PPA Tour founder Connor Pardoe. ) Off the court, Ben is pursuing a degree in Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Maryland and co-owns businesses like Pickleball Getaways and Pickleball 360, contributing to the sport’s growth and accessibility.
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🏆 Career Highlights
Won 2019 Tournament of Champions Triple Crown
Secured 2021 U. S. Open Triple Crown
Achieved 108-match winning streak in men’s singles