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Coaching Professionals

From building strong fundamentals to refining advanced techniques, our coaches are here to help you reach your goals.

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Our Coaching Team

Don Alto

PROGRAM DIRECTOR & COACH

Former U.S. Table Tennis team member and APP/PPA pro competitor. Don directs Rally House programming, from clinics to coach development.

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Gee Gee Garvin

Rally House Head Pro

An ITF tennis world champion and two-time US Open pickleball gold medalist. Gee Gee teaches technique, strategy, and competitive mindset.

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Adam Young

Head Pro / Asst Program Director

Adam pairs high-level competitive experience with calm, methodical instruction. He breaks down play to help learners progress confidently.

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Hank Smith

RALLY HOUSE COACH

Hank teaches beginners through intermediate players. Sessions build shot selection, dependable fundamentals, and composure during competitive play.

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Chandra McAtee

RALLY HOUSE COACH

Chandra brings 20-plus years of coaching, leads junior programs, and founded Superatio, a youth pickleball nonprofit. Her adult instruction emphasizes confidence and strategy.

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Patrick Gannon

RALLY HOUSE COACH

A 20-year Coast Guard veteran and former instructor, Patrick brings structured guidance to court decisions, fundamentals, and player confidence.

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Mariel DeYoung

RALLY HOUSE COACH

Former tennis professional, two-time All-American at the University of Georgia, and five-time national champion. Mariel develops technique and competitive confidence across age groups.

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Cynthia Tran

RALLY HOUSE COACH

Cynthia brings tennis and badminton experience to calm, patient coaching focused on consistency, strategy, technique, and confident play.

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Kimmy Jennings

RALLY HOUSE COACH

A 4.5+ doubles competitor in PPA and national events, Kimmy teaches point construction, kitchen control, and consistent execution.

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Preston Lynch

RALLY HOUSE COACH

SDSU pickleball captain with over five years competing. Preston coaches all levels through upbeat clinics and private instruction.

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