Riley Newman
Riley Newman is a USA professional pickleball player known for a creative / control game. Born in 1994, Riley is around 32 years old and hails from Charleston, SC. Riley is ranked ~#9 men's in singles and Former #1 mixed doubles. Riley plays with the Paddletek paddle and is sponsored by Paddletek. Riley stands 6'2" (188 cm).
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 USA
- Hometown
- Charleston, SC
- Age
- ~32 (born 1994)
- Height
- 6'2" (188 cm)
- Playing style
- Creative / control
- Singles rank
- ~#9 men's
- Doubles rank
- Former #1 mixed doubles
- Paddle
- Paddletek paddle
- Sponsor
- Paddletek
- Turned pro
- 2018
About Riley
The artist of professional pickleball. Newman's unpredictable shot selection and willingness to try angles no one else attempts makes him a perpetual highlight reel. His former mixed doubles partnership with Jessie Irvine was one of the most successful in PPA history.
Career highlights
- ›Former dominant #1 mixed doubles partnership with Jessie Irvine
- ›Multiple PPA gold medals across all three divisions
- ›One of the most creative shot catalogs on the professional tour
Fun fact
Newman is known for pulling out trick shots and surprise angles mid-match — not as showboating, but because he genuinely sees the geometry differently. Opponents describe him as the hardest player to anticipate.
Riley Newman — frequently asked questions
How old is Riley Newman?+
Riley Newman was born in 1994, making Riley around 32 years old (Riley is from Charleston, SC).
What paddle does Riley Newman use?+
Riley Newman plays with the Paddletek paddle, as part of a sponsorship with Paddletek.
Who sponsors Riley Newman?+
Riley Newman is sponsored by Paddletek.
How tall is Riley Newman?+
Riley Newman is 6'2" (188 cm) tall.
What is Riley Newman's ranking?+
Riley Newman is ranked ~#9 men's in singles and Former #1 mixed doubles on the pro tour.
When did Riley Newman turn pro?+
Riley Newman turned professional in 2018.
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