Anna Leigh Waters On Taking Up Space, Building Strength, & Making History

As an avid pickleball player who’s logged hundreds of hours on the court—from Duke’s collegiate team to LA’s competitive recreational scene—I understand what makes this sport special. So when I got the chance to sit down with Anna Leigh Waters, the No. 1 pickleball player in the world, I knew I was about to learn something. Not just about pickleball, but about what it takes to be the absolute best.