Ricky has been a tennis professional for over 20 years. He played college tennis at UNC-Charlotte. He then attended Dennis Van Der Meer's Tennis University and received professional rating with the USPTA. He was the head tennis pro/manager of Laurel Wood Racquet Club in Asheboro for 14 years, then briefly head pro at Westside Tennis Club. In1998 Ricky accepted the position as Tennis Director of Hamilton Lakes. He has taught tennis at every level from beginner to regional training centers. He still plays competitively and has been ranked as high as #2 in North Carolina in various age groups. Ricky and his wife, Cindy, live with their three dogs in Asheboro
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Gail has been a member of Hamilton Lakes for several years. Gail will assist Ricky in the Pro Shop and with court maintenance and preparation.