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Travis Tressler
Head Pro
I hope to continue introducing new players to the facility, as well as provide a positive experience to returning tennis and pickleball players.
“Travis was a standout performer at USTA Florida’s managed facilities in Gainesville in his role as tennis instructor and was instrumental in growing programs and participation there,” said USTA Florida Director of Tennis Management Frank Swope. “We look forward to Travis bringing new and creative ideas to reopen the newly expanded Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center facility and to continue the growth of the tennis and pickleball communities.”
Tressler possesses a strong tennis background with experience at several public tennis and racquet sports facilities. Within his nine months at Play Tennis Gainesville, Tressler helped establish adult and junior programming at Tom Petty Park, in addition to his extensive instructional work with junior, adult, adaptive and wheelchair programming at the Joyce Oransky Tennis Center.
“My time in Gainesville prepared me immensely for this role and I feel extremely lucky that I get to stay with USTA Florida and work as a Head Pro at one of our facilities,” shared Tressler. “I hope to continue introducing new players to the facility, as well as provide a positive experience to returning tennis and pickleball players.”
Ashley Banegas
Tennis Facility Attendant
Ashley Dubon is a dedicated senior at Choctawhatchee High School located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Since 7th grade, Ashley has had an aspiring passion…
Ashley Dubon is a dedicated senior at Choctawhatchee High School located in Fort Walton
Beach, FL. Since 7th grade, Ashley has had an aspiring passion for sports, showcasing a strong
commitment to athletic performance. Alongside their athletic pursuits, Ashley finds fulfillment in
engaging with children, demonstrating patience and enthusiasm in their interactions. With a
future plan to attend Pensacola State College, Ashley looks forward to pursuing her academics
in nursing.
John Sanders
Director of Tennis Management
Playing Experience Top 30 Ranked Junior Tennis player in the Florida Section, 2006 Top 50 Nationally Ranked player, 2006 Division 1 College Tennis Player Certifications…
Playing Experience
- Top 30 Ranked Junior Tennis player in the Florida Section, 2006
- Top 50 Nationally Ranked player, 2006
- Division 1 College Tennis Player
Certifications Achieved
- United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) Elite certified
- 2019 USPTA District Pro of the Year
- USPTA Wheelchair Certified
- USTA Adaptive Certified
- USTA/USPTA 10 & Under Certified
- USTA Certified Tournament Director (since 2013)
- USTA High-Performance Coach
- USPTA Under 30 Leadership Team
- Wilson Sponsored Coach
Contact John today to book your lessons!