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. Juliana is passionate about 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.

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 and confidence while having fun.

Johnny Stewart

IPTPA Certified

Johnny has years of experience coaching golf and youth league sports. He brings a well-rounded approach to player development and a passion for teaching. Johnny is dedicated to fostering an environment where every athlete is actively engaging and enjoying the learning process.

Eileen Reynolds

IPTPA Certified

Eileen is an accomplished athlete with a diverse sports background, 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.