Professional Staff

Racquet Sports Staff

  


Travis Ervick | Director of Racquet Sports
USPTA Tennis Professional
PTR 10 and Under Junior Development Professional
PPR Pickleball Pro-Certified Instructor
USPTA Platform Tennis Professional

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Travis moved around the United States before settling in Evergreen with his parents and siblings. He grew up playing multiple sports but focused most on ice hockey, lacrosse, and tennis. Travis attended Mullen High School before he moved on to the University of Colorado Boulder where he graduated with degrees in International Business and Spanish for the Professions. Travis picked up tennis at the age of 16 and has been in love with the sport ever since. He is an avid racquet sports aficionado and can be seen playing platform tennis, squash, racquetball and of course, pickleball! He is currently the Director of Racquets at Mt. Vernon Canyon Club and has worked for various tennis centers across Colorado since 2013. Additionally, he coaches both high school tennis and lacrosse. Travis believes that you should always leave the court having learned something new along with receiving the workout you deserve. Without a doubt, Travis is the ultimate racquet coach. He is passionate about tennis, pickleball, and platform tennis and can coach you through all levels of play in each sport. For lesson information please email [email protected]

   

Tennis Professionals 

Pickleball Professionals


Ed Skarwecki | Head Tennis Professional | Instructor for players of all levels and abilities 
Our Tennis Professional has worked at MVCC since 2016 and has been an instructor for over 40 years.  Ed was selected to be a practice partner for the world class, top ranked #1 player Chris Evert!  He has a wealth of experience teaching players of all ages and levels of play from 2.0 to 5.0.  Ed is a former National Satellite Circuit player and has been top ranked in many Colorado age divisions for both singles and doubles.  He coached high school tennis for 24 years at Arapahoe High School.  Ed's experience includes instructing at Gates Tennis Center, Denver; the Head Tennis Professional at The Point Athletic Club, Lakewood; and a Tennis Professional at Woodfield Country Club in Florida.  Ed lives in Littleton with his wife Patti and they have been married for 36 years.  For lesson information, please email Ed at [email protected]
  

Jack Broudy | Tennis Professional | Instructor for all levels and abilities & those looking to
improve their technical game 
Jack Broudy is a passionate tennis player, coach, speaker, author, inventor and one of the most accomplished tennis mentors in the world. Jack is now making his revolutionary teaching methods available to all. Broudy worked with many of today's top-ranked American tennis players during their formative years, including Sam Querrey, Steve Johnson, Coco Van der Weigh, Abbigail Spears. He also influenced today's top tennis coaches with his system and tennis training devices, including Emilio Sanchez, Nick Bolletierri, and many college coaches including Peter Smith of USC Championship tennis teams. Jack is a mentor to thousands of tennis coaches and tennis players around the globe. Jack is also Senior Contributor to SPortsEdTV. ccording to Jack, “to become a real tennis player you need a real tennis education, as mere tips and drills alone won't do it. You need a tennis philosophy on which you can depend. This is a complete tennis system based in mathematics.”
Email Jack at [email protected]
  

Nick Mitchell | Tennis Professional | Instructor for players of all ages especially those
looking for a competitive atmosphere
Nick is a former top 50 nationally ranked junior from beautiful Ojai California! He attended the prestigious four-year tennis school IMG-Bollettieri Academy, and later went on to be a number one ranked doubles player at San Diego State University. Nick was a sponsored professional player who coached at Columbia Country Club in Washington, D.C. and has coached players who have played on the professional circuit. In his free time, Nick enjoys playing baseball, practicing Jujitsu, and going to concerts. Additionally, he used to teach Olympic weightlifting and cardio classes and was the National Promotions Manager for Volkl.
[email protected]



Chris Weeks | Pickleball Professional | Instructor for mixed doubles & pickleball strategy  
Chris Weeks, a PPR Pro-Certified Pickleball Coach and Instructor, is a retired industry executive, university professor, former tennis player and competes in pickleball tournaments in the US and in Europe, medaling in both the 2022 French Open and the Spanish Open (Bronze and Gold respectively, 5.0 level). As a PPR Pro certified coach, Chris brings a unique focus on individual performance and competitive team play- helping players “see” the court as a team and leverage court dynamics to build winning opportunities. Whether you’re a beginner looking to get started or an intermediate or advanced player focusing on higher-level skills and team tactics, Chris provides an enjoyable and rewarding on-court experience tailored to your individual needs and desires
 Email Chris at [email protected]
  

Cherie Chao | Pickleball Professional | Instructor for all levels and abilities from beginners to professional level competition  
Cherie comes from a background of many different racquet/paddle sports.  She discovered pickleball 10 years ago when her hometown of Arvada put in 24 outdoor courts shortly after having her hip replaced. It seemed like a natural transition from tennis as she could cover the court more easily. Cherie played 5.0 tennis for years and helped take her team to the National finals.  She also played competitive badminton (state champion), platform tennis (state champion), racquetball and squash.  Pickleball was the perfect sport after playing so many different racquet/paddle sports. She has won numerous pickleball tournaments at the local, state, regional and national levels.  She has won gold (5.0 level) at the US Open and twice won gold at Nationals. She loves introducing the sport to others and watching her students have fun and improve their skills and strategy. She witnesses everyday how pickleball changes lives.  She is sponsored by Selkirk, a leading pickleball equipment company. Cherie lives with her husband, Ken, in Arvada.  They have 2 grown daughters and 2 adorable grandchildren. They enjoy playing and teaching on their 2 home pickleball courts. 
Email Cherie at [email protected]
  

Brandon Frawley | Pickleball Professional | Instructor for adult beginners through intermediate/advanced recreational players 
Brandon is a fifth-generation Coloradan that also spends time in San Miguel de Allende, MX. Coming from a tennis background, he coached at the high school level and still competes recreationally. Brandon took up pickleball during COVID and quickly progressed to competing in advanced and open level tournaments in the US and Mexico. His teaching style creatively combines coach, mentor and cheerleader. From beginner to advanced levels, he’s a tactical and big-picture thinker who crafts programs that will unleash endless potential, all while having fun! Think Ted Lasso, but without the cool mustache. Brandon is also the world’s okayest guitar & piano player, a creative director/graphic designer, a back-to-back Las Vegas poker champion and defending Guster “On The Ocean” Music Festival – Watermelon Seed Spitting Champion.
Email Brandon at [email protected]

  
   

Lili Bell Shelton
Our Tennis Pro Emerita, was our Tennis Director here for many years.  Lili built MVCC's program up to a robust one from 1994 to 2015. She was instrumental in attracting hundreds of new players to tennis and has coached many experienced, high level adult and junior players.  Lili was ranked in the top 100 on the Women's Tennis Association (WTA ratings) and played on the international tour including The US Open, The Australian Open, The Canadian Open, The Japan Open, The South African Open as well as professional circuits in Hong Kong, South Africa, Kenya and Brazil.  [email protected].

   
   
  
Contact Information
Racquet Sports Director | [email protected] | 303.526.4173


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