Jonah Hawkins

Jonah Hawkins is a competitive pickleball player from California's Central Valley who has carved out a reputation as one of the top players in his region. After starting in age-group divisions like 35+ and 40+, Hawkins worked his way up to open pro-level competition within about three years of serious play. He took second place in Mixed Open Doubles at the 2024 California Pickleball Classic in Fresno and won gold at the Bulldog Pickleball $1000 Moneyball tournament with partner Stavro Sophocleous.

Off the court, Hawkins is known for his big personality. He's an admitted trash talker who says the banter helps him rally crowds and get in opponents' heads, and he appeared on The Valley Rally podcast to talk about everything from his pickleball playlists to his love for Takis snacks and the San Francisco Giants. With a 3-0 record against some of his top regional rivals, Hawkins brings competitive fire and entertainment value wherever he plays.