Ben Johns has solidified his position as the premier figure in professional pickleball, capping off a remarkable 2024 season with two prestigious accolades: the Pickleball.com Male Player of the Year and Fan Favorite awards. These honors underscore his unparalleled dominance, consistency, and widespread appeal in the sport.
As of March 2025, Johns holds the No. 1 world ranking in mixed doubles and the No. 2 spots in both men’s singles and men’s doubles, according to the Pro Pickleball Association (PPA) . His career boasts over 123 PPA titles, including 21 Triple Crowns—more than any other male player in history . Notably, he achieved a 108-match winning streak in singles and remained undefeated in mixed doubles for 22 consecutive tournaments .([Wikipedia][1], [PPA Tour][2])
**The 2024 Pickleball.com Endseason Awards**
In December 2024, the Pickleball.com Endseason Awards recognized Johns with two top honors:([Pickleball.com][3])
* **Male Player of the Year**: Johns secured 38.1% of the vote, narrowly surpassing Federico Staksrud, who received 33.4% .([Pickleball.com][3])
* **Fan Favorite**: He earned 28.4% of the vote, edging out Tyson McGuffin, who garnered 29.4% .([Pickleball.com][3])
These accolades reflect his exceptional performance and popularity among fans and peers alike.
**Strategic Shifts and Future Prospects**
In a significant development, Ben and his brother Collin announced their split after four years as a dominant doubles team, during which they secured 33 titles together . This decision paves the way for Ben to explore new partnerships and strategies in the evolving landscape of professional pickleball.([Pickleball.com][4])
**Global Expansion of the Sport**
The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) is set to expand internationally in 2025, with events planned in Australia, India, Canada, Asia, and Europe. The inaugural international event will be held in Melbourne on January 29, followed by tournaments in Mumbai and Toronto. These tournaments will culminate in the World Championships in Dallas in November . Johns is expected to be a key figure in this global expansion, showcasing his skills on an international stage.([Reuters][5])
Ben Johns’ achievements in 2024 reaffirm his status as the top talent in professional pickleball. His record-breaking performances, strategic decisions, and global influence continue to inspire and elevate the sport. As he embarks on new partnerships and international competitions, the pickleball community eagerly anticipates his future endeavors.
* [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sports/pickleball-league-unveils-first-tournaments-outside-us-2025-2024-07-18/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/mar/14/rick-barry-pickleball-and-elite-athletes-endless-appetite-for-competition?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
[1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Johns?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Ben Johns”
[2]: https://www.ppatour.com/athlete/ben-johns/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Ben Johns | PPA Tour”
[3]: https://pickleball.com/news/winners-announced-for-2024-pickleball-com-endseason-awards?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Winners announced for the 2024 Pickleball.com Endseason Awards”
[4]: https://pickleball.com/news/the-johns-brothers-announce-split-for-2025?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Ben and Collin Johns declare their decision to split as a team after nearly four years of play and 33 total titles together on the PPA Tour.”
[5]: https://www.reuters.com/sports/pickleball-league-unveils-first-tournaments-outside-us-2025-2024-07-18/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Pickleball league unveils first tournaments outside U.S. for 2025”