Savy King is one of the most exciting young defenders in American soccer, known for her explosive athleticism, composure under pressure, and elite defensive instincts. A Southern California native, King rose quickly through the U.S. Soccer pipeline, starring at the University of North Carolina where she started all 23 matches as a freshman and anchored one of the nation’s top defenses. Her immediate impact earned her All-ACC and All-Freshman honors and solidified her status as one of the top prospects in her class. ACC and All Freshman honors and solidified her status as one of the top prospects in her class.

Selected second overall in the 2024 NWSL Draft, King began her professional career with Bay FC before returning home to compete for Angel City FC. She is also a regular presence in the U.S. Youth National Team program, representing the United States at the U 17 and U 20 levels and helping the U 20 squad earn a bronze medal at the 2024 FIFA U 20 Women’s World Cup. With a multi sport background that includes track and flag football, King brings speed, power, and versatility to every level she competes.

Matt Sheldon is a former professional soccer player with more than a decade of experience and the creator of Become Elite, a training platform dedicated to helping players train smarter and reach their full potential. Over an eleven-season career, Sheldon built a reputation as a reliable and versatile defender, competing across multiple leagues in the United States and abroad. season career, Sheldon built a reputation as a reliable and versatile defender, competing across multiple leagues in the United States and abroad.

A native of Bellevue, Washington, he played college soccer at UC Davis before turning professional in 2014, later earning over 250 appearances in the USL Championship with clubs including FC Tulsa, Charleston Battery, Hartford Athletic, and Detroit City FC. Sheldon spent his final two seasons anchoring the back line for Detroit City FC, where he emerged as both a key defensive presence and a respected leader in the locker room. After retiring in November 2025, he shifted his focus fully to Become Elite — continuing his impact on the sport by sharing the insights, training methods, and mindset that shaped his professional career.

Bolivian-born Gabe Tardio discovered pickleball at age 14 when his grandfather built two courts in their homeland, sparking a passion that would lead him to World #1 in Men's Doubles by January 2026. The 20-year-old Jupiter, Florida resident partnered with Ben Johns in 2025 to capture 9 PPA Tour gold medals, won gold at the Australia Open with Tyson McGuffin, and claimed two singles titles in a breakthrough season.

Known for his aggressive right-side play and strategic spin-focused gameplay, Tardio transitioned from being a top-10 under-14 tennis player in Bolivia to becoming one of pickleball's brightest young stars. Despite his meteoric rise, he remains remarkably humble, living at home with his parents and maintaining a disciplined 70% drilling, 30% match play training regimen. At just 20 years old, Tardio represents the new generation of professional pickleball—combining elite athleticism, strategic thinking, and a grounded work ethic that continues to elevate the sport.

At just 29 years old, Kate Fahey has risen to world No. 2 in professional pickleball singles after boldly leaving her product manager role at American Express to pursue the sport full-time—a decision that’s already paid off with a silver medal at the 2025 PPA World Championships and a gold medal at PPA NC.

The University of Michigan tennis legend (three-time All-American, two-time Big Ten Player of the Year, program's all-time winningest player) brings elite athletic pedigree, fierce competitive drive, and an authentic underdog story that resonates with audiences watching America's fastest-growing sport. She played a leading role leading Major League Pickleball's St. Louis Shock to a 2025 regular-season Championship.

Allyce Jones is one of pickleball’s most dynamic competitors, known for her fiery intensity, fearless defense, and unmatched ability to keep rallies alive with full‑court dives and rolls. A multi‑sport standout from Pleasant Grove, Utah, Jones won two tennis state championships, a volleyball state championship, and was named Utah Volleyball MVP in high school before continuing her volleyball career at Utah Valley University, where she set multiple defensive records and earned honors including Conference Defensive Player of the Year, UVU Female Athlete of the Year, and UVU Crowd Pleaser of the Year.

After college, Jones became a teacher and highly decorated volleyball coach, leading teams to four state championships and earning NFHS Coach of the Year for the West Region—all while running a 250‑athlete volleyball club. Her transition to pickleball began casually, but her athleticism and relentless work ethic quickly pushed her to the pro level. In 2022, she officially became a touring pro on the PPA Tour, where she has since become a fan favorite. Jones currently competes for Major League Pickleball’s Utah Black Diamonds, bringing her trademark energy, crowd‑pleasing grit, and defensive brilliance to every match. She lives in Pleasant Grove, Utah with her husband, Ryan, and their three children.