Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)
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Anna Leigh Waters signature C45 paddle, mid thickness of three core options. Ships from 2026-03-01. UPA-A approved 2026-02-06 per The Dink. USAP status: PENDING.
About the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)
The Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) is a elongated-shape pickleball paddle with a t700 carbon fiber with 45-degree peel-ply texture (double-thermoformed unibody frame) face over a 14mm core. It comes in around 7.5–7.9 oz with a 5.1" grip. Listed price: $229.99.
Anna Leigh Waters signature C45 paddle, mid thickness of three core options. Ships from 2026-03-01. UPA-A approved 2026-02-06 per The Dink. USAP status: PENDING.
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14mm core, t700 carbon fiber with 45-degree peel-ply texture (double-thermoformed unibody frame) face. Extra reach and leverage at the line. Best for players looking for a do-it-all paddle without a sharp learning curve.
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Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 1.2 / 10
- Hand speed
- 9.7 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4.9 / 10
- Touch
- 4.5 / 10
- Spin
- 6.5 / 10
Bottom 3% of catalog on power
Top 6% of catalog on hand speed
Below the catalog median on forgiveness
Below the catalog median on touch
Above the catalog median on spin
Who it's for
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a quick, hands-first style. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw textured carbon face holds spin on rolls and resets.
Price & Availability
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/12758.
What's the core thickness of the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)?
The Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) uses a 14mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a t700 carbon fiber with 45-degree peel-ply texture (double-thermoformed unibody frame) face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) best for?
The Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) suits a range of playing styles — see the spec block above for shape, weight, and core details.
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