Meet the Pros

Peter, originally from San Diego, moved to Waco in 2018. Earlier in his career, he played competitive soccer for nearly 20 years and later became a volunteer youth soccer coach. His love of sports includes pickleball, racquetball, volleyball, baseball and softball. In 2021, Peter retired and began playing pickleball, which became a competitive outlet for him. He participated in several tournaments and won gold in a few competitions. In 2023, Peter became a PPR Certified Coach and brings years of experience coaching all ages. He has a true passion for coaching and finds great joy in watching his students improve. He and his wife, Juanita – who is an avid pickleball player herself – have been married for 35 years. They share four grown children and love spending time with their grandchildren when they’re not on the courts.

Rachel is a native Wacoan and retired from Bosqueville ISD in 2023. She joins us after 30 years with BISD where she served as the Technology Director for the district and was the high school cheer sponsor for several years. She found her passion for pickleball while on honeymoon with her husband, David, ten years ago. She was among the first few at WRTF to play pickleball on our courts when we only had tape and portable nets! Together Rachel and David have five grown children, and one grandchild. She says, “While I may be a nerdy tech at heart, I absolutely love sports! I’m excited to expand our pickleball socials and Open Play, and I can’t wait to see everyone on the courts!”

Brit has been developing junior tennis programs with community service in mind and community involvement as a primary goal. In January 2026, Mr. Sunshine (as he is known to junior players) celebrated his 10th WRTF anniversary. Brit remains dedicated to sustaining a talented, strong, family-oriented tennis program at WRTF.

John is a retired Baylor University Senior Lecturer and Coordinator for Lifetime Fitness under the Department of Health, Human Performance, Recreation. He brings over 40 years of experience teaching beginning, intermediate and advanced tennis. He holds certifications as a Professional from the Professional Tennis Registry and Tennis Serve Specialist through the Kovacs Institute. John spent 10 years coaching for Baylor University Women’s Tennis Team and consulting for Baylor Men’s Tennis Team on serve development. During that time, Baylor Women’s Tennis Team garnered numerous Big XII Championships, NCAA Tournament appearances and All-Americans, #1 national season ranking, two Team NCAA Semi-final appearances; and one NCAA Singles Champion. When John is not coaching tennis, he enjoys playing golf.

Holt Fields began playing tennis around age 11 and played competitive tennis while training under the junior program here at WRTF. He played for the Midway High School Varsity tennis team throughout high school, even as a freshman. Holt played collegiate tennis at The University of Hardin-Simmons in Abilene, Texas. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and spent time in the banking industry before returning to his love of tennis. Before joining WRTF, Holt was a tennis coach for Dallas and Florida country clubs. As a native Wacoan, he is excited to be back in his hometown coaching and playing with our tennis members. When Holt is not playing or coaching tennis, he enjoys playing video games, playing with his German shepherd, Fritz, and spending time with his friends and family.

Clay is a native Wacoan and found his passion for tennis at the age of ten. He played tennis for the Varsity team at Midway High School and during his senior year became team captain and qualified for state. Clay was also a part of our WRTA programming before leaving for college. He played collegiate tennis at East Texas Baptist University and made the ITA Doubles Final. Clay felt called to come back to Waco and joined our WRTF team while he continues his studies at McLennan Community College to become a physician assistant. When Clay isn’t in tennis lessons or clinics, he enjoys working out, spending time with family and going on outdoor adventures. Clay enjoys connecting with people and wants to help them achieve a greater state of peace. He views tennis as a means to realize this goal. “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7

Kenna Kilgo served five seasons as the Associate Head Coach for the Iowa State Tennis Team and was instrumental in the most successful era in the history of the program. She earned a three-time ITA Central Region Assistant Coach of the Year and a ITA National Assistant Coach of the Year finalist. In her final season with the Cyclones in 2022-2023, Iowa State University had its most impressive season. The Cyclones finished 21-6 overall and reached the Elite 8 of the NCAA Championships. We are very lucky to have Kenna on our team!

Hannah has been playing pickleball for seven years and competes in tournaments across the country. She is ranked among the top 15 APP NextGen women’s players and earned a bronze medal at the Global Sports Pickleball Indian Open. Hannah attends Baylor University and also competes for the Baylor Club Pickleball Team. She brings both high-level skill and competitive coaching experience and is excited to join our pickleball community. Hannah’s passion is helping players improve their game and is excited to offer one-on-one lessons.

Jodi earned her Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education and Recreation from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania and an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Networking and Systems Administration from Texas State Technical College. She retired from McLennan County’s Information Technology department before joining our WRTF team in 2023. Jodi has a background in competitive racquetball, but she found her love of pickleball in 2018. She is an avid pickleball player and competes in tournaments throughout the country. She holds a Level 1 Certification from the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) and is a USA Pickleball Ambassador. Jodi has a passion for teaching new players as well as coaching others to advance and refine their skills.