The North Carolina Breakers are dedicated to advancing Senior Pro Pickleball by providing a platform for experienced athletes to compete at an elite level. Co-Founded by Lane Ethridge and Jeff Yurk, the NC Breakers are built on a passion and respect for the game, along with a competitive drive on and off the court. We are here to make waves, pushing the game forward while embracing the energy, personality, and the pure enjoyment that defines our team and players.

This region is loaded with elite Senior Pro Pickleball talent, and we want to bring it to the surface and give those players an opportunity to be champions and be a part of the United States Legends Pickleball League (USLPL).

At the end of the day, we’re here to have an amazing time, compete against elite professionals, and build a team that’s always in the hunt for championships! 

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Jeff Yurk is a retired U.S. Army Paratrooper, entrepreneur, and competitor with a lifelong passion for professional sports. As a co-owner of the North Carolina Breakers and as a current Senior Pro Pickleball player, Jeff is deeply invested in the growth of the sport and committed to creating meaningful opportunities for athletes to compete at the highest level. Jeff and his wife Jennifer, a member of the U.S. Army’s special operations community, have five children and share a strong commitment to leadership, performance, and service, both on and off the court.

Lane Ethridge's passion for pickleball grew out of competing in tournaments at the national level. Life changing relationships he built through the sport fueled his desire to create more opportunities for the pickleball community. He formed LE Pickleball and owns pickLEball, a dedicated team of coaches and professional trainers. He also founded Pickles and Play, four elite indoor facilities in the Raleigh area.