Our Athletes

Thomas Wilson

Centerline Athletics is pleased to partner with professional athlete Thomas Wilson, a top 10-rated pro pickleball athlete on the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour and two-time Major League Pickleball Champion.

Thomas Wilson, recognized as a well-respected athlete and for exceptional achievements in pickleball, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the sport. As a brand committed to excellence and innovation, Centerline Athletics is proud to align itself with an athlete of Wilson's caliber.

"We are delighted to welcome Thomas Wilson to the Centerline Athletics family. His top 10 ranking on the PPA Tour and impressive achievements, including two Major League Pickleball Championships, highlight his extraordinary skill and commitment to the sport," said Scott Brown, Managing Director at Centerline Athletics. "This partnership represents a significant step forward for us as we get set to launch into professional pickleball with a new realm of performance styled products."

As part of the collaboration, Thomas Wilson will proudly wear Centerline Athletics apparel during his tournaments and promotional events. Additionally, he will contribute valuable insights for upcoming apparel designs, working directly with our designers, as we prepare to launch new products. This partnership underscores the brand's dedication to offering athletes gear that not only elevates performance but also mirrors their distinctive style and unwavering commitment to the sport.

"I am honored to be the first sponsored pro pickleball athlete by Centerline Athletics. Being the face of a new brand presents an extraordinary opportunity, and I am thrilled to contribute to its launch," said Thomas Wilson. "The brand's dedication to quality and performance deeply aligns with my values as an athlete. I look forward to representing a brand that shares my passion for the sport of pickleball."

Kaitlin Miller

Kaitlin Miller is a 5.0 pickleball player, podcast host, and the Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at Court Kings, where she plays a key role in building and elevating pickleball facilities and franchises nationwide. With nine years of broadcasting experience, she brings a storyteller’s lens to the sport through her podcast Kitchen Talk: Pickleball Edition, where she interviews top pros, founders, and community leaders. Kaitlin also coaches at Life Time in NYC and is passionate about growing the game, cultivating community, and spotlighting the stories behind the nation’s fastest-growing sport.

Allyson Weisel

Allyson Weisel is a Gearbox-signed pickleball player and recent graduate of Loyola Marymount University, where she competed on the collegiate pickleball travel team. Originally a volleyball athlete, she discovered pickleball during the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes and quickly fell in love with the game, despite having no prior experience with racquet sports. She now balances her entertainment-industry career with competing in tournaments, continuing to elevate her play while growing within the sport.

Zach Gonnering

Zach Gonnering is a professional pickleball player who proudly represents Centerline Athletics. He chooses Centerline for apparel engineered for true performance—lightweight, durable, and built for the speed and intensity of the pro game. He values our commitment to quality and innovation, trusting our gear to keep him comfortable, confident, and ready for every point the moment he steps on court.

Kelly Stroble

Kelly Stroble, originally from Orange County, CA, grew up passionate about softball and even had the honor of representing Team USA as a teen. She continued her softball career at Florida State University on a full scholarship, serving as a four-year starter at second base. The skills she honed on the diamond translated seamlessly to pickleball, and during the COVID pandemic, she discovered a new love for the sport. Since then, she’s been fortunate to compete at the senior pro level.

Bharat “BK” Karunakaran

BK is a pickleball pro, coach, and content creator based in Orlando, FL. Through his BK Pickleball channel, he shares in-depth instructional content and paddle reviews designed to help players elevate their game.

Lucah Folden

With close to two decades of experience playing pickleball, Lucah Folden brings longevity and intention to her game. She combines disciplined movement with a thoughtfully built personal brand rooted in fitness and authenticity. Her journey is supported by Centerline Athletics, reflecting a shared focus on quality, performance, and growth.

Sarah Lister

Sarah Lister has been playing pickleball since mid-2019. After a brief break in 2020, she returned to the sport in 2021 and began competing in tournaments across the country. Starting at the 3.0 level, she steadily progressed to the professional ranks by 2023. Following an injury in 2024, Sarah shifted her focus to coaching, with plans to return to the pro circuit in 2026.

Daryl Wyatt

A tennis purist for decades, Daryl Wyatt is now all-in for pickleball. Daryl was an elite-level tennis professional on the ATP Tour, gaining experience and making lifelong connections while traveling the world.  He successfully coached all levels of tennis for decades until 2022, when he purchased his first racquet club. He began playing pickleball and has been “hooked” ever since first stepping on the court.  Over the last couple of years, he has developed his own game and now competes as a top Champion Pro (age 50+) in the National Pickleball League, the PPA, and the APP tours.