Athletics

Tennis & Pickleball Programs

Adult Tennis & Pickleball Programs

Our professional staff offer a variety of lessons, clinics and events designed to accommodate everyone from beginners to championship level players.

TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL WEEKLY SCHEDULE FAll 2022  

Weekly Pickleball Schedule

Wednesday | In House Leauge Play | 7:00pm

Thursday | Group Drill - 45 minutes of technical stroke work followed by 45 minuets of play with tatical and strategy coaching | 9:30-11:00am

Thursday | Open Drop In Play | 7:00pm

Special Events and Tournaments scheduled through the year.

 

Staff

 

Kelly Marshall, Director of Athletics knows what it takes to succeed on the court. With over three decades of playing and coaching experience on multiple levels, Kelly brings a high level of skill and expertise to our program. Her extensive knowledge provides an atmosphere that is positive and enables athletes to work through the struggles and on to success.

Kelly’s tennis background began at 11 years old and progressed to a NCAA Division 1 University. She held a National ranking of #3 in doubles and # 10 in Singles and was named a Sun Belt All Conference Player. She also led her team as Captain all four years. Following college, she competed in several professional tournaments before becoming a USPTA Elite Professional. Kelly currently serves as a Vice President of the United States Professional Tennis Association’s Texas Board and is a conference speaker.

 

Brad Harris, Associate Tennis Professional, is a High-energy tennis coach with a comprehensive background in developing and overseeing Junior and Adult Programs, sports psychology, fitness and injury prevention and motivational techniques.

Brad played collegiate tennis at Sierra College and then went on t0 eventually coach both the Men’s and Women’s teams. Under his direction, the teams won a combined seven Conference Championships! Brad has been certified with both the USPTR and the USPTA and has worked with countless juniors in the Austin area, most recently at South Austin Tennis Center and the Polo Tennis Club.

 

Danon Teeters, Associate Professional, has been playing tennis for over 28 years and has been coaching for over 10 years. She has experience working with children and adults of all ages and she has taught at tennis clubs in California and Texas. While a junior player, her highest ranking was #1 in the nation. She won the girl’s Super National Hard Court Championships at age 15 in singles. She has won several other gold, silver and bronze national championship balls including 2 gold balls with her father for winning the Father-Daughter Nationals. One of her fondest tennis memories is playing in the Jr. U.S. Open in New York City. Following her junior career, she attended Fresno State University and played singles and doubles for their division 1 team.

Danon comes from a tennis playing family. Her father coaches at their hometown club in Bakersfield, California. Her brother, who played at the University of Texas is now coaching for the University of Memphis and her grandfather was blessed to play tennis until he was 85 years old. She loves to see players of all levels show improvement in their technique, fitness and mental toughness.

Doubles Tennis League

The Onion Creek In-House League is a great opportunity to meet some new friendly faces. Our league is quite unique and extremely fun! Each Tuesday is different, as one week you might play doubles while the next you might play mixed. All leagues run for six weeks and are open to all players within 2.5- 4.5 levels of play.

Call the Pro-Shop or email Kelly to learn more about our adult program and reasonable non-member rates for lessons and clinics.
Phone: (512) 291- 8846
Email: kmarshall@onioncreekclub.com

Junior Tennis Programs

Juniors are an important part of Onion Creek Tennis and we boast the fastest growing program for young players in the South Austin- Buda- Kyle area. 

Our impressive range of junior clinics and top-rated professionals help children to learn the game or improve their skills in a nurturing setting that emphasizes fun!

FALL 2022 JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM (Contact kmarshall@onioncreekclub.com to register)

  • Red Ballers (4-6 yrs.) - Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00p-4:30p
  • Orange Ballers (6-10 yrs.) - Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30p-5:30p
  • Advanced Orange/Green Ballers (8-12 yrs) - Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30p-6:00p

Lessons

Private lesson rates are $90 per hour.

Note: Private lessons must be cancelled at least 24 hours prior to scheduled appointment. No-shows and late cancellations will be charged in full.