Christian Alshon made the jump from college tennis to pro pickleball in 2021 and has been turning heads ever since. A former NCAA champ at the University of Chicago, he quickly climbed the ranks, winning titles at both the Challenger and Premier levels of Major League Pickleball—along with an MVP award. His fast-paced style and signature between-the-legs shots earned him the nickname "Tweener King", a name that took off as his highlights went viral. Alshon was named the most improved player in 2023 and nearly claimed the honor again in 2024, despite battling injuries for much of the season.