Cathy found pickleball when life forced her to step away from tennis. After her cervical discs collapsed, she could no longer play or teach tennis—but pickleball gave her a way to stay active and competitive. What started as a necessity quickly became a passion. Three years later, she’s competing at the highest levels on the NPL senior pro circuit, even finishing second at the Boca Raton tournament in 2025.
With over a decade of tennis teaching experience, Cathy brings both technical skill and empathy to her coaching. She specializes in helping 3.5 players break through to the 4.0 level, with a sharp focus on serving and doubles strategy. Students can expect positivity, patience, and her mantra of “progress over perfection”—a reminder that growth happens one point at a time.
For Cathy, pickleball is the perfect mix of health, well-being, and friendship. It’s her happy place, filled with incredible friends and unforgettable moments—like when she and fellow pro Allie Reichert won an epic rally in Columbus, only to celebrate with a hilariously failed chest bump.
Cathy is a certified instructor with the Ohio Pickleball Academy at The Pickle Lodge, where she combines pro-level insight with an encouraging, fun-first style. Ready to take your game higher with Cathy? Click here to book a lesson and click here to view our upcoming clinics.