Meet The Coaches
Founder & CEO
Juliana Ruggiero
IPTPA Certified
After discovering pickleball, Juliana quickly fell in love with its energy, community, and strategic depth, ultimately becoming a Club Pro at Creekside Sports Club. Now, she spends nearly every day coaching players of all levels, combining technical expertise with genuine enthusiasm to help others unlock their potential on the court. A young entrepreneur- a multifaceted force both on and off the court.
Randy Bagamary
IPTPA Certified
Randy brings nearly a decade of experience to every clinic. A successful tournament player—earning gold in mixed doubles at his very first competition. Many of today’s advanced local players credit him with introducing them to the sport and guiding their early development. Passionate about both competition and community, Randy is dedicated to helping players grow their skills and deepen their love for the game.
Lauren Belk
IPTPA Certified
Lauren Belk played tennis for 14 years before discovering pickleball and quickly embracing its intensity, strategy, and social energy. Now an IPTPA-certified Pickleball coach, she focuses on creating a fun, engaging environment where players can build skills, confidence, and a genuine love for the game.
Johnny Stewart
IPTPA Certified
Johnny holds years of experience coaching golf and youth league sports. He brings a well-rounded approach to player development and a passion for teaching.
Now a 4.0-rated pickleball player with IPTPA certification in progress. He is dedicated to fostering an environment where every athlete is actively engaging and enjoying their community, while feeling empowered to grow their skills and build a lifelong love for the game.
Eileen Reynolds
IPTPA Certified
Eileen is an accomplished athlete with a diverse background in sports, from representing Great Britain in triathlon, swimming, and field hockey to completing over 500 skydives in her younger days. She has achieved impressive success on the court, including a gold medal at the 2024 U.S. Open, as well as a silver and two bronze medals in 2025. Beyond competition, Eileen brings her expertise as a physical therapist, personal trainer, and certified PPR pickleball coach to help players develop their skills, strength, and love for the game.