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My First PPA Tournament: Winning Bronze and Tips for Tournament Prep
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Abigail Bourgeois

My First PPA Tournament: Winning Bronze and Tips for Tournament Prep

Thirteen-year-old Abigail Bourgeois shares her experience medaling at her first PPA pickleball tournament in Cape Coral, Florida. From battling cold weather and fatigue to learning the importance of prep, hydration, and mental focus, she reflects on her competition experience.