I began my career in the Pacific Northwest as a Health and Fitness Instructor in 1998. While teaching students during a unit in racquet sports, my passion for Pickleball was ignited. Many years later and a relocation to the mountains of Colorado gave me a new opportunity; to introduce Pickleball to a new population of players. I was instrumental in developing Pickleball programs throughout the region, constructing and repurposing courts, as well as teaching and coaching. As Athletic Director and Recreation Manager, I created a five-city tournament series, brought professional players to the ar