France · Barcelona · Wichita
A tennis journey that crossed countries
Devilliers grew up near Paris as the youngest of six children and pursued tennis seriously enough to continue his development in Barcelona. He later joined Wichita State’s Division I tennis program and earned a degree in international business and management.
After moving into professional pickleball in 2020, Devilliers became known as the Flying Frenchman. His height, court coverage, competitive energy and vocal presence helped make him a recognizable singles and doubles player across the PPA, APP and Major League Pickleball.
PLAYING IDENTITY
Why is Jay Devilliers called the Flying Frenchman?
The nickname connects his French roots with the athletic movement, reach and high-energy presence that made him one of professional pickleball’s most recognizable competitors.