Mentors
KJ Klontz
Hi there, for the past several years I have helped coach 3.0/3.5 players, as well as mentored 3.5/4.0 players. I’ve competed at 5.0 mixed and 4.5, 4.0, 3.5 doubles/mixed tournaments for several years, medaling at Canadian Nationals, as well as many local, provincial and Palm Creek club tournaments.
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Preparing for these competitions opened my eyes to the importance of drilling, team strategy, footwork and practicing proper techniques. This is what I would like to share with others. My coaching and mentoring experiences took place at Palm Creek Pickleball club in Casa Grande, Arizona. This year the club had 1500 members.
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Email KJ at: kjklontz@gmail.com
Eleanor Clovechok
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I have played pickleball for 15 years & play at a 4.0 level. I am also a Level 2 referee. I would be interested in mentoring 3.0 & up players interested in improving their play by helping them with positioning & movement on the court with their partner, basic game strategy & drills for more consistent strokes.
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For players entering their first tournament, introducing them to officiated play & how to avoid mistakes that could cause them to have faults called against them.
I can be contacted at eleanorclovechok@gmail.com
Lance Jang
I’ve been playing pickleball for about 7 years and play at the 4.0+ level. I am passionate about the game and love to mentor beginner players, as well as those at a higher level.
Let me know what you have questions about and we can discuss/play to focus on elements of the game like positioning, strategy, or anything else you may be wondering about.
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I find that it works best with 3 players (with me as the 4th) so that we can simulate game situations. Most importantly, let’s have fun out there!
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You can contact me at lmsjang@shaw.ca
Jim Davie
I play pickleball at the 3.5 level and you can find me at the courts most days. I enjoy helping players who are developing their game.
I am available to work with you to improve your skills, your understanding of the rules and offer suggestions on game strategy.
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I can be reached by calling 250-320-6009.