Longest Pickleball Volley Rally, world record in Stamford, Connecticut

August 31, 2024

Stamford, Connecticut, United States--Angelo A. and Ettore Rossetti, known as The Rossetti Brothers, hit more than 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce in exactly two hours, part of Pickleball Rally for Charity, at Pickleball America in Stamford, Connecticut, and set the new world record for the Longest Pickleball Volley Rally, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

"Angelo A. and Ettore Rossetti, known as The Rossetti Brothers, have set a new Guinness World Records® title* for the "Longest pickleball volley rally," the Save the Children says.

"On Saturday, Aug. 17, the identical twins hit more than 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce in exactly two hours. Their record attempt was part of Pickleball Rally for Charity, a special event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for global humanitarian organization Save the Children.

"The event took place at Pickleball America in Stamford, Conn., and was live streamed on Save the Children’s YouTube channel, where viewers were able to witness this thrilling challenge and history being made."

"The Rossetti Brothers have a history of attempting Guinness World Records® titles to fundraise for charity, successfully raising over $250,000 for Save the Children and other organizations.

"Today’s achievement represents their fourth title within eight attempts. In 2008, they rallied a tennis ball for 14 hours and 31 minutes. In 2015, on Roger Federer’s birthday, they set the Guinness World Records® title for the longest tennis volley rally with 30,576 consecutive volleys in 5 hours and 28 minutes.

"Most recently, on October 10, 2021—World Mental Health Day—they set the Guinness World Records® title record for the longest pickleball rally, completing 16,046 shots in 6 hours and 11 minutes."

“My two words were hopeful and grateful. I was hopeful that we would set a new record and I am grateful for my family, friends, volunteers, donors and sponsors. Without them, it would not have been possible” said Ettore Rossetti, Head Advisor for Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children.

"An industry thought leader and trend spotter, he has innovated ways to raise money by adopting emerging trends and technologies, including livestream peer-to-peer fundraising, crypto philanthropy, and pickleball."

"I was filled with peaceful excitement today honoring our mom and supporting Save the Children at the same time" said Angelo A. Rossetti, co-founder of Rossetti Brothers Pickleball.

"This was by far the most challenging of our four world records," he added.

“Pickleball America is proud to be hosting this momentous event,” said Jay Waldner, co-owner of Pickleball America. “Pickleball is a great platform for people of all ages to come together for a common cause while having fun and engaging in a healthy activity" added Jay Ross, co-owner of Pickleball America.

"We are grateful that the Rossetti Brothers chose our facility to host the Save the Children fundraiser. It is fitting that two Americans (twins no less) set a new Guinnness World Records title at Pickleball America" said Bret Herman, General Manager.

"This Pickleball Rally for Charity also included open play and the Rossetti Brothers popular Dink or Drive™ up and down the ladder challenge, played like a version of pickleball chutes and ladders. The players accumulating the most points won gold, silver and bronze Guinness World Records® medals," the Save the Children says.

"In addition, participants received custom-manufactured paddles for the event, courtesy of Engage Pickleball. “We are excited to support the Rossetti brothers in their world record for charity,” said Robert and Jodi Elliott, owners of Engage Pickleball.

“We’re happy to provide commemorative paddles as our small way to support a big cause.”

Ahead of the event, the pickleball community was quick to support this challenge and cause.

“Meeting Angelo and Ettore was so great. You will love their energy right away. Down to the core, great guys, very real and incredibly sharp. I am so moved by the charity work they do and with that, everything they do for pickleball. We need more people like Angelo and Ettore,” commented Salome Devidze, World #1 APP Tour women’s singles player.

“I love Angelo and Ettore's ambition, creativity and charity, which makes rooting for them very easy. I can't wait to see them crush another pickleball world record!” added Zane Navratil, world #2 APP men’s singles player and Co-Host of the PicklePod.

About The Rossetti Brothers

The Rossetti Brothers, Angelo and Ettore, are certified USPTA Elite tennis teaching professionals for more than 30 years. The brothers are also USTA members and USA Pickleball members. Angelo is also a USPTA, IPTPA, PPR and DUPR/Tyson McGuffin certified teaching professional who serves as the Founder of Rossetti Brothers Pickleball," the Save the Children says.

Ettore is also a IPTPA certified pickleball pro and serves as Head Advisor of Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children.

Follow the Rossetti Brothers on the Web: www.RallyforCharity.org and on social @rallyforcharity, #pickleballpledge, #pickleballrallyforcharity or #twinpossible. On TeamReach code “RossettiBros.” Facebook.com/rossettibrotherspickleball

"Angelo and Ettore Rossetti are identical twin brothers from Connecticut known for setting three Guinness World Records in racket sports. The Rossetti brothers are the current record holders for the longest tennis volley rally and the longest pickleball rally. Their most recent record was set on October 10, 2021, when they rallied a pickleball 16,046 times in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The rally went on for six hours and 11 minutes.

"In Weston, Connecticut in 2015 the twins made an attempt to regain their tennis rally record, which if successful would have won $1,000,000 for Save the Children, through an annuity put up by a promotions company. The new world record they needed to beat was 50,970 strokes, set by a pair from Germany.

"For their record attempt the brothers rallied with volleys rather than from the baseline as the task was time limited. At the 5 hour and 28 minute mark, after 30,579 strokes, the ball was hit into the net. The rally fell short of the German's tally but set a Guinness World Record for tennis volleys." (Wikipedia)

Photos: Facebook/Rossetti Brothers Pickleball