In this Rachel Rohrabacher biography and profile, you’ll find her background, career highlights, rankings, personal life, sponsors, and the key facts that matter most.
Basics
Full Name: Rachel Rohrabacher
Nationality: American
Born: October 4, 1997 (Age 28)
Birthplace: Tampa, Florida, USA
Height: 5’4″ (162 cm)
Current Residence: Tampa, Florida
Playing Style: Right-handed
Year Turned Pro: 2023
Education: University of South Carolina (B.A. Psychology, 2019)
Astrological Sign: Libra
Record
Current PPA Tour Rankings: Top 10 in Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles
DUPR Rating: 6.211 (doubles)
Career Win Rate: 69.7% (512+ career matches across 70+ professional tournaments as of early 2026)
Major Achievements:
- 2023 MLP Atlanta Championship winner (Orlando Squeeze)
- 2024 MLP Most Improved Player
- 10 PPA Tour medals in 2025
- Multiple PPA gold medals in women’s doubles with Anna Bright (2024–2025)
- 2025 Dink Awards nominee for Women’s Player of the Year
- 2019 SEC Tennis Championship winner (University of South Carolina)
- No. 9 nationally ranked doubles player in NCAA tennis (2019)
- Set University of South Carolina record for most doubles wins in a season
Socials
Instagram: @rachelrohra – 20K+ followers
PPA Tour Profile: Rachel Rohrabacher
DUPR Profile: Rachel Rohrabacher DUPR
Bio
Rachel Rohrabacher went from NCAA tennis standout to one of the fastest-rising players in professional pickleball. Born and raised in Tampa, Florida, she started playing tennis at age six and focused on it exclusively by twelve. Her talent earned her a full scholarship to the University of South Carolina, where she became one of the most decorated doubles players in program history.
At South Carolina, Rohrabacher reached a No. 9 national doubles ranking and helped the Gamecocks win the 2019 SEC Championship, the first in program history. She set the school record for most doubles wins in a season and was part of a team that climbed as high as No. 3 in the national rankings. After graduating, injuries and the financial demands of professional tennis made continuing that path unrealistic.
Career Timeline:
- 2015: Enrolled at University of South Carolina on a full tennis scholarship
- 2019: Won SEC Championship; graduated with B.A. in Psychology
- 2023: Earned M.S.W. from University of South Florida; committed to professional pickleball full-time; signed with Selkirk Sport; won MLP Atlanta Championship with the Orlando Squeeze
- 2024: Named MLP Most Improved Player; formed dominant women’s doubles partnership with Anna Bright; rose to top 10 in multiple PPA divisions
- 2025: Earned 10 PPA medals; nominated for Dink Awards Women’s Player of the Year; partnered with Catherine Parenteau for 2026 women’s doubles
- 2026: Signed with Friday Pickleball as their first-ever sponsored pro; began mixed doubles partnership with Christian Alshon
Her former junior tennis coach introduced her to pickleball after graduation, but she didn’t commit to tournament play until 2023. Once she went all-in, the results came fast. Known for her rolled dinks, aggressive net play, and vocal intensity on the court, Rohrabacher has established herself as a top-tier competitor across all three divisions.
Personal
Family: Parents Donald Tyler Rohrabacher and Christie DeNovellis Rohrabacher; younger sister Megan Rohrabacher
Relationship: Engaged to Bobby Edwards (FC Cincinnati Academy Goalkeeper Coach); engaged December 2024, together since 2020
Education: B.A. in Psychology (University of South Carolina, 2019); M.S.W. (University of South Florida, 2023, 3.79 GPA)
Residence: Tampa, Florida (relocated from Cincinnati to be closer to training and other pros)
Hobbies: Playing Apex Legends, dry humor (self-described), aspires to become a licensed therapist
Philosophy: Treats pickleball like a full-time job, employing a fitness trainer, physical therapist, and nutritionist to maximize her potential
Partners
Current Paddle:
Friday Fever 102E (signature paddle “Aura” in development with Friday Pickleball)
Current PPA Partners:
- Catherine Parenteau (Women’s Doubles, 2026)
- Christian Alshon (Mixed Doubles, 2026)
Former PPA Partners:
- Anna Bright (Women’s Doubles, 2024–2025) – 85% win rate, 91-16 record
- Federico Staksrud (Mixed Doubles, 2024–2025)
- Andrei Daescu (Mixed Doubles, 2023–2025)
MLP Team:
Brooklyn Pickleball Team (2026 roster: Alshon, Newman, Kawamoto, Haworth, Blatt)
Major Sponsors:
- Friday Pickleball (Paddle sponsor, first-ever signed pro)
- Previously: Selkirk Sport (December 2023–January 2026)
FAQs
How did Rachel Rohrabacher transition from tennis to pickleball?
After graduating from South Carolina, injuries and the financial cost of going pro in tennis made continuing that career impractical. Her former junior tennis coach introduced her to pickleball, but she didn’t fully commit until 2023 when she decided to treat it as a professional career.
Why did Rachel Rohrabacher and Anna Bright split as doubles partners?
In mid-2025, Anna Bright and Anna Leigh Waters chose to form a women’s doubles partnership, which meant both Rohrabacher and Catherine Parenteau needed new partners. The two paired up immediately, reaching two consecutive finals together before committing to a full-time 2026 partnership.
Does Rachel Rohrabacher plan to become a therapist?
Yes. She holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Florida and has expressed interest in becoming a licensed clinical social worker. For now, professional pickleball is her primary focus, but she views her MSW as a long-term career path.
Why is Rachel Rohrabacher known for being vocal on the court?
Her loud celebrations and mid-point intensity carried over directly from her college tennis days at South Carolina. She views it purely as self-motivation and has said it has nothing to do with her opponents. The habit has sparked debate among fans, and Ben Johns notably shushed her during an MLP event, but Rohrabacher has no plans to dial it back.
