You’re probably not a pickleball fan if you’ve never heard of Catherine Parenteau.
This impressive, young athlete is currently ranked as one of the top three female pickleball players in the world, despite the fact that she only picked up the sport six years ago. She has her natural athletic ability and tennis background to thank for that!
Born and raised in Canada, Catherine started playing lawn tennis when she was just four years old. With years of practice, she became so good that she ranked among the top five U-16 tennis players in Canada.
Catherine’s Pickleball Career
After graduating high school, she accepted an offer to play NCAA Division 1 tennis at the University of Arkansas in the United States. However, in her second year of school, she transferred to Michigan State University. There she met her new tennis coach, Simone Jardine (also a professional pickleball player) who introduced her to the sport.
At first, she only played the sport as a pastime but got so good at it that six months after her first encounter with pickleball, she competed at the U.S Open. At this tournament, she won the 5.0 mixed bracket event.
Her first US Open win as a pro player came in 2021 when she defeated her opponents in the women’s doubles with her partner, Callie Smith. Before achieving this feat, she won several events at various tournaments in different countries. These include the USA Pickleball National Championships, the Canadian Nationals, and the Chicago Open.
Catherine Parenteau Off the Court
One of the things Catherine credits for her success at the game is the repetitive drills she does in practice because these drills fine-tune her skills and develop muscle memory.
She also believes that having a healthy diet, a good support system, and a solid mental game are very important factors in being a top athlete.
The pickleball star has said that she prefers playing the game outdoors and likes competing in doubles events more than the singles games. She also thinks that patience is key to succeeding at pickleball.
On the personal side of things, Catherine likes doing outdoor activities like hiking, running, and skiing. She’s also into meditation and loves spending time with her loved ones, including her dog. When she’s not at play, she’s hard at work, coaching younger players in the game she loves.
Catherine Parenteau’s Paddles
Serious pickleball players know that Paddletek is one of the best brands in pickleball gear on the market today, and to prove that, the brand offers a limited lifetime warranty on all its paddles.
It’s no wonder that Paddletek is Catherine’s go-to brand for pickleball equipment and more recently, her sponsor. She even has her own signature paddle, the Tempest Reign Pro Catherine Parenteau Edition, which she designed with the sports brand in 2021.
This lightweight paddle features a sleek design and even weight distribution throughout its body. It also has a graphite polymer core and a slightly longer face covered in textured graphite. These elements make for excellent performance on the court.
Catherine Parenteau’s Net Worth
Besides winning a handsome amount of prize money in almost every competition she plays in, Catherine also hosts pickleball clinics and has several sponsors. These include the shoe brand Skechers and the bicycle company Charge.
As of 2021, she has earned around $76,475 in prize money.
Frequently Asked Questions
What paddle does Catherine Parenteau use?
Catherine seems to prefer paddles from Paddletek’s Tempest line, particularly the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro, and her signature Tempest Reign Pro.
How old is Catherine Parenteau?
Born on the 26th of August in 1994, Catherine celebrates her 28th birthday in 2022.
How tall is Catherine Parenteau?
The talented pickleball champion is 5’5″ tall.
