Cliffy Awards

CLUB OF THE YEAR: SANTA ANA COUNTRY CLUB

New to the Cliff Drysdale Tennis portfolio in 2019, Santa Ana Country Club has quickly built a dedicated and loyal tennis community at every level. Located in San Jose, Costa Rica, Director of Tennis Daniel Lopez and Head Pro Jose Carlos Hidalgo have grown both adult and junior tennis at an astounding rate. Adult recreational play has reached record numbers, with a remarkable 90% retention rate in Tennis 101, a beginner program for new players. Junior tennis at SACC is amongst the most prestigious of all CDT managed clubs, with most of Costa Rica’s top players training in the Santa Ana Academy, as well as a strong grassroots youth program. Special events like mixers and round robins have not only had high demand, but also strong member satisfaction.

“Tennis revenue has far exceeded expectations, but most importantly, tennis has been leveraged as an experience-driven activity that is welcoming of all players,” said Scott McCulloch, Vice President of Operations. “You can feel the energy just walking by the courts, and I’m extremely proud of Daniel and Jose for the culture they have created.”

46 Yana Orlova is the Director of Tennis at Rosewood Bermuda, a premium resort and club destination in Hamilton Parish, Bermuda. She has overseen rapid growth at the club, highlighted by a busy adult program and very popular junior summer camp. Yana’s work ethic and outreach efforts have allowed her to make Rosewood Bermuda the epicenter of tennis in Bermuda. DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR: YANA ORLOVA Rosewood Bermuda

“Yana has done an incredible job in 2019 in leading the tennis team at Rosewood Bermuda,” said Scott Colebourne, Chief Operating Officer. “When we began managing the program there in July of 2018 we were lucky to have Ashley Brooks continue working there alongside Yana. Together the two of them have worked fantastically together to grow the program, as well as the other staff at the club. This is a testimony to Yana’s leadership and the growth in the program as a result of the fantastic teaching and promotions by Yana and Ashley.”

Graham Miller is the Director of Tennis at John Newcombe Country Club, where he has served in many leadership roles for over four years. Graham oversees a strong team of pros that deliver an energetic and consistent experience on the court, which has built a loyal clientele and following over the years. Junior play options such as UTR matchplays have grown exponentially in 2019 under Miller’s watch, as has adult beginner participation in Tennis 101. DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR: GRAHAM MILLER John Newcombe Country Club, New Braunfels, TX

“I’ve known Graham for many years now and don’t know anyone more deserving of the Director of the Year award,“ said Mallory Danna, General Manager of John Newcombe Country Club. “He goes above and beyond on the tennis courts with his clients, whether it’s one on one training or a group tennis clinic, he has an amazing energy on court leaving you wanting to come back.”

Kristie Reid is the Director of Junior Tennis at Walden Racquet Center, where she oversees players of all ages and stages in their tennis development pathway. Kristie’s long-term and growth mindset have been crucial to the success of junior tennis at Walden. She has implemented a number of popular programs that allow juniors players to have positive, meaningful tennis experiences. PRO OF THE YEAR: KRISTIE REID Walden Racquet Center Montgomery, TX

“Kristie always sees the big picture and helps shape our vision for the club,” said Rob Lowe, Director of Tennis. “She is a team player, and so passionate about her work. That’s evident in her daily attitude and we’re lucky to have her here at Walden.”

Nelson Rincon is the Maintenance Director at Weston Tennis Center, a 16 court public facility. Nelson keeps the clay courts in impeccable condition for Weston members, and always looks for ways to improve the club experience. He also led the club in Hurricane preparation and recovery, where his efforts were crucial to minimizing damage and ensuring a swift re-opening. SUPPORT STAFF OF THE YEAR: NELSON RINCON Weston Tennis Center Weston, FL

“Nelson is a pleasure to work with every day,” said Albert Fernandez, Director of Tennis. “He is always positive and helpful in every way. He assists not only our employees, but our members as well. He is truly an asset to Weston Tennis Center.”

Christina Milidonis is the Pro Shop and Membership Manager at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. She is not only a friendly and personable face at the club, but also a great ambassador for spreading the tennis word in the local community. She has also created a fantastic community on the club’s facebook page. SUPPORT STAFF OF THE YEAR: CHRISTINA MILIDONIS Bluewater Bay Tennis Center Niceville, FL

“Bluewater Bay is lucky to have someone like Christina who brings such a positive attitude to work every day,” said Gary Bertoldo, Director of Tennis. “She keeps our club running smoothly, and spends valuable time with all of our members. She is a great asset to our team.”

Rob Lowe is the Director of Tennis at Walden Racquet Center and Regional Director for Cliff Drysdale Tennis. He has overseen one of the fastest growing programs in the region, and was awarded as the USTA Texas Net Generation Provider of the Year. He also delivers exceptional on court experiences at CDT special events throughout the year. AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR: ROB LOWE

“Whether you interact with Rob on or off the court, his ability to communicate and relate with everyone is what makes him such a charismatic and influential leader,” said Joey Hanf, Director of Communications. “He’s never afraid to embrace new ideas, and will be a major name in this industry for many years.”

AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR: CAL LOVERIDGE Georgetown, TX

Cal Loveridge is the Director of Tennis at Cimarron Hills Country Club, and has held a handful of Director roles at CDT managed locations across the U.S. Cal has shown the ability to grow programs at every location he’s managed and does so through his extremely personable nature and emphasis on working as a team . “Cal has been a great ambassador of tennis and fun for all through tennis since joining the company many years ago,” said Scott McCulloch, Vice President of Operations. “Cal has always cared first and foremost about the experience that his members have both at this club and other signature events that CDT offers throughout the country.”

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