Genie Erokhina

Genie Erokhina stands 6' 0" tall and brings serious power to every court she steps on. Originally from Moscow, Russia, and now based in Southern California, Erokhina turned pro in pickleball in 2022 after a tennis background. She's competed in 73+ professional tournaments on the PPA Tour and in Major League Pickleball, where she's played for the Brooklyn Aces. Her eastern grip gives her a unique one-handed backhand with heavy spin that keeps opponents on their heels.

At 36, Erokhina is a regular on the PPA Tour and has been seeded as high as #15 in women's singles. She's gone toe-to-toe with some of the biggest names in the game, including Anna Leigh Waters, Lea Jansen, and Kate Fahey in early-round battles. She's also competed alongside Alix Truong and Judit Castillo in doubles events. Known for powerful serves, deep groundstrokes, and aggressive net play, Erokhina is the kind of player who can give anyone a tough match on any given day.