Audrey Banada

Audrey Banada is a professional pickleball player and coach based in Waldorf, Maryland. She has actively competed in over 20 professional tournaments, participating in a total of 40 matches across women’s doubles, mixed doubles, and women’s singles events. 

Career Highlights:

• Family Involvement: Audrey’s passion for pickleball extends to her family. She and her son, Demetric Marrero Jr., notably advanced to the qualifiers in mixed doubles at a PPA Tour event, exemplifying the unique family dynamics in professional pickleball. 

• Coaching and Mentorship: Beyond playing, Audrey is dedicated to coaching and mentoring, particularly focusing on empowering women over 40 to incorporate exercise into their lives. She emphasizes helping them feel better, eat better, and achieve their best selves through her coaching initiatives. 

• Online Presence: As an influencer, Audrey shares her pickleball experiences and coaching insights on social media platforms. 

Audrey Banada’s commitment to both her personal performance and her role as a coach and mentor significantly contributes to the growth and diversity of the pickleball community.