Bessie Branham Park (tennis court)

Bio: I’m a pickleball player with a ranking of 4.25 and I’ve also coached summer basketball camps. My experience in both sports has equipped me with valuable coaching skills and a strong understanding of athletic development, which I’m eager to apply to help others improve their game. I am a veteran so you already know I am used to putting others before myself. My goal is to make sure you can be the best that you can be. And play at your highest level while loving the game 

Bio: Coach E. Clark has been a dedicated educator since 2011, teaching across elementary, middle, and high schools. He began instructing pickleball in 2017 after discovering the sport at Fort Valley State University in 2004. Coach Clark is an IPTPA (International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association) certified instructor, passionately sharing his love for pickleball with players of all levels. In addition to coaching, Coach Clark has created a fun and motivating pickleball song, the "Pickleball Anthem."

Bio: Tyler is a former college tennis player who transitioned into a pickleball enthusiast and quickly became addicted to the sport. He has been playing since 2020 and has reached the level of competing in pro qualifiers, with a current DUPR rating of 5.0. Tyler is passionate about helping players develop their own unique style of play, believing that this approach brings out their true character and enhances their abilities. His experience in both tennis and pickleball allows him to offer valuable insights and coaching techniques to players at all levels.