Leslie Bashinsky built a competitive career most players only dream of — a full-ride Division I scholarship, the #1 ranking in Alabama at every age, and a second act in pickleball that's taken her all the way to a professional draft. Now she's teaching that same game in Birmingham.
From a hall-of-fame plaque to a pro league draft pick — the honors span two different sports and three decades.
Inducted for outstanding contributions and devoted service to tennis in Alabama throughout the years.
Gold medal, singles — Albuquerque, NM
Bronze medal, singles
Singles champion, 2018
Gold medal — doubles and mixed doubles
Professional Pickleball Registry
Selected for the senior professional division — DUPR rating 5.26, four gold medals on record.
A teaching career that started before pickleball existed as we know it — and never really stopped.
Two weekly clinics with Leslie at Pickleball Kingdom, plus a free play group for anyone who just wants to get on the court.
A weekly instructional clinic with Leslie. Open enrollment, all levels welcome.
Join the RosterLeslie's Thursday morning clinic. Same format, same coaching — a second weekly option.
Join the RosterAn open, informal play group — no instruction, just games. Sign up for a spot and show up ready to play.
See Who's PlayingSend a message and it'll go straight to Pickleball Kingdom — they'll get you connected with Leslie directly.