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Staff
Joe Ragland, Director & Head Pro
contact.raglandtennis@gmail.com
Joe was introduced to tennis through a public, youth summer program held at a court in a neighborhood very similar to the Phoenix Tennis Center. He earned scholarships to play on both Hampton and Southern University's tennis teams when he began winning satellite tournaments and earned the opportunity to go on the tour.
Joe held a #1 national ranking as a junior, and earned invitations to the US Open and Wimbeldon. Joe continued to compete into his 40s where he held national rankings.
Joe's emphasis is on developing elite players.
Scott Meyers, Scheduling Coordinator
Leagues, tournaments, schools, and special events.
Rhonda Biggom, Scheduling Coordinator
Group play coordination, online reservations, and drop-in’s.
Gail Dreisbach, Scheduler
Groups, online reservations, and drop-in’s.
Dennis Hudson, Facility Coordinator
Maintenance, grounds keeping, and repair.
Felix Guzman
Court maintenance and janitorial.
Maria Guzman
Court maintenance and janitorial.
Lorna Jaquess Buyer & Merchandiser
Apparel purchasing, pricing, and staging, and team orders. A 30% discount on team orders MAY be available. Contact Lorna for team order details at lorna.jaquess@cox.net.
David Pool, Scheduler
Groups, online reservations, and drop-in’s.
Isa Ragland, Scheduler
Phone reservations, online reservations, and drop ins.
Pat Roth, Scheduler
Groups, online reservations, and drop ins.
Instructors
Leslie Banks, Instructor
Leslie Banks USPTA Certified & Net Generation USPTA Coach
419.302.7663 or lesliealison16@gmail.com
Leslie has been playing tennis since she was 3 years old, having grown up in a tennis family in rural Ohio. She earned a full scholarship for tennis to play for a Division-I college in Ohio and then Idaho. Throughout her under-grad and graduate years, she taught tennis in summer junior programs.
Before moving to the Phoenix area last June, Leslie lived in Houston, TX for 13 years. While in Houston, she spent 11 years running adult and junior programming at one of the largest tennis clubs in the city, Club Westside. She then became the Jr. Program Director at Lakeside Country Club where she revitalized the program after a natural disaster. Since moving to Arizona with her husband in 2019, Leslie coached at the CC @ DC Ranch, and Scottsdale Ranch Parks before the pandemic. This past summer, she directed a non-profit summer tennis camp for high school students in the Phoenix Union School District at Phoenix Tennis Center.
Leslie's passion for teaching tennis extends to people of all walks of life, young and old. If you are looking to improve your game and have fun on the court don't hesitate to contact Leslie!
Tom Hauser, Instructor
Tom Hauser, USPTA Elite since 1989
602.538.4481 or tmtcmhauser@icloud.com
Tom has provided tennis instruction at the Phoenix Tennis Center for the past 15 years. Tom has been instrumental in running league and tournament play.
A USPTA certified Elite Pro, Tom has over 40 years-experience as a coach, teacher, and player. Tom played varsity tennis at the University of Miami where he earned a degree in engineering. Tom lived in the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico for 13 years prior to moving to Arizona. Tom is married and has three sons and 4 grandchildren.
Tom provides private and group instruction to adults and juniors.
Bettie Hayes, Instructor
Bettie Hayes, USPTA Certified since 1986
602.290.5504 or phxtennisbum@gmail.com
Bettie Hayes has won more tennis tournaments that you can shake a stick at! A bon fide Arizona Tennis legend. She’s seen it all. A USPTA pro. After 50 years, she’s still the best!
She grew up as a multiple sport athlete, picking up a tennis racket at age 31. As a player, Bettie earned a Top 4 ranking in the Phoenix District Open Group by age 33. From age 35 to age 65, Bettie held a Top 5 ranking in her age division, and was ranked number 1 in Women’s 45 Singles, Women’s 45 Doubles and Mixed 45 Doubles in the Southwest and Phoenix District. IN mixed doubles, Bettie and her partner recorded a 59 and 2 record over a 2-year period in the Southwest and Phoenix District.
As an instructor, Bettie served as a Level 2 Pro at John Gardner’s Tennis Ranch and was the head pro at Ahwatukee Racket Club before beginning her instructor career at the Phoenix Tennis Center since 1984 – earning her USPTA certification in 1986.
Bettie’s emphasis is on fitness, youth, and doubles play.
Kim Roberts, Instructor
Kim Roberts, USPTA Certified
480.925.7616 or act4phoenix@yahoo.com
Kim was introduced to tennis at the age of 13. The following summer, the National Junior Tennis League was founded, and served as a boost to Kim's tennis career.
Kim played number one all four years of high school, the first two in Alexandria, VA, and the final two years in Pittsburgh, PA. At Brashear High School, Kim qualified for the Pennsylvania State High School CrossCountry, Track and Tennis State Championships. That same year, Kim won his first Men’s Open Doubles Championship at age 17. Kim accepted the opportunity to play Division I tennis at the University of Pittsburgh. While at Pitt at 18 years of age, I started to win numerous Men’s Open Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles tournaments in Pittsburgh, Ohio, Kansas City, Kansas and Kansas City, Mo.
At 20, Kim began teaching private lessons. For 2 years, Kim was selected to work booths at Arthur Ashe kids day at the U.S. Open. For 5 years, the USTA sponsored Kim to the National Tennis Teachers workshop in New York. And, one year, the USTA sent Kim to the Recreational Tennis Teachers Workshop in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The last 12 years, Kim coached tennis at Mt. View High School in Mesa, AZ and was as named Arizona Division I Boys Tennis Coach of the Year in 2016 and Kim coached the Arizona State 5A-1 High School Singles Champion.
Kim's motto is: Fitness, Flexibility, Technical Proficiency and Mental Toughness.
Steve Strzelczyk, Instructor
Steve Strzelczyk, USPTA
480.205.9335
Call Steve to inquire about Live Ball and private, semi-private, and group instruction.
Vincent Turbin, Junior Program Coordinator
Vincent Turbin, USPTA Certified
480.228.2230 or turpinvincent77@gmail.com
Vincent Turpin has more than 12 years of tennis instruction and junior program coordination experience. As a player, Vincent earned a 5.0 level from the Tennis Academy of Paris, and served as a captain of a team in the National Division League. As an agent, Vincent assisted scouts identify and develop the next generation of of ATP tour players. And, Vincent has served as a coach for private clubs, high schools, and public facilities in both France and Arizona.
Vincent's emphasis is on junior programming and junior play development.
Phoenix Tennis Center Amenities
25 Lighted Courts
The USTA awarded the Phoenix Tennis Center with a best facility award in 2015.
Online Booking
The Phoenix Tennis Center uses Kourts.com for an efficient court booking and fee payment experience.
Pro Shop
The PTC Pro Shop stocks trendy tennis clothing at affordable prices.
Meeting Room
Meeting room with t.v. and kitchenette for gathering and entertainment of small to medium sized groups.
Locker Rooms
Full size, men's and women's locker rooms with showers and lockers for temporary storage.
Ball Machines
Two ball machines are available for rent by up to three players at a time.
Racquet Stringing
Racquet stringing is available with a wide array of string to meet every player's needs.