Binghamton Tennis Center
Meet 'Team BTC'
Teaching Staff
Kristopher Shumway
General Manager & USPTA Elite Professional
Lesson Cost $75
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Has worked in the tennis and fitness industry for over 20 years
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Has been the head teaching professional and director of tennis at clubs in PA
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ITPA Certified Tennis Performance Specialist
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Achieved National College Rankings in the top 40 for Bloomsburg University in both singles and doubles
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Has held ATP points and competed in pro tour events
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Kristopher is married to Jessica and has 3 children; Makayla, Jocelyn, and Elijah
Michael Starke
Owner & USPTA Elite Professional
Lesson Cost $75
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Has been a part of BTC for over 40 years
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Helped form the Triple Cities Tennis Association
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Helped bring the Levine Gouldin & Thompson tennis challenger to Binghamton
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Coached Binghamton University Men's Tennis Team from 1987-2006
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Been involved in growing USTA leagues in the area and been growing the tennis community throughout his time
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Michael is married to his wife Kris, and has a daughter Allie and his son Noah
Billy Mendler
Head Teaching Professional
Lesson Cost $75
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Has been a part of the BTC family since 1996 and his likeable personality, teaching, and playing ability has made him a favorite among many
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Has guided many of our top Juniors to a path of success
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Runs our Summer Adult Camp that's always a hit!
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Played #1 Singles at Kings College and competed in the NCAA Division 3 National Tournament
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Has been a 10 time participant in the Levine Gouldin & Thompson professional ATP tournament
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Has held 3 ATP doubles points!
Collin Crawford
Director of Junior Development & USPTA Certified
Lesson Cost $68
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Been part of the BTC Staff since 1999
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Works with many of our top Juniors and has led many players to college success
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Coached SUNY Broome Women's Tennis and led the team to 10 Regional Titles!
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Specializes in stroke production and attention to detail
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Played at St. Bonaventure University & SUNY Broome
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Coach of the Year at SUNY Broome 10 times!
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Married to his long time companion Courtney and is also an avid Hockey player
Clark Crawford
Summer Camp Director & Certified Stringer
Lesson Cost $62
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Runs our Junior Morning Summer Camps
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Keeps his lessons and camps light and fun
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A big fan of Quickstart Tennis & using softer training balls for beginners and kids
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Has strung 1000's of rackets and is knowledgeable about the newest technology
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Resides in Binghamton with his dogs and is also known for his RC planes and Golf
Evan Picciano
USPTA Certified Professional & Under 10 Director
Lesson Cost $68
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Been part of the Teaching Staff here at BTC for the past 4 years
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Director of the 10 & under Clinics at BTC
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Trained by the legend Bob Devente, who spent over 20 years with our 10 & under kids!
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Passionate about stroke production and getting beginners confident enough to start playing
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Runs our new member and beginner clinics
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#1 singles player at Chenango Forks HS & SUNY Broome
Office Staff
Trace Sladish
Office Manager
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Been part of the BTC Team since 2009
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Runs our lobby with charm, whit, and a warm personality
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Known for serving our members an ace when they have a request
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A strong 4.0 player and passionate about her tennis
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Is always interested in how your tennis is going and hearing about your matches
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Has two kids Libby & Timmy
Kris Starke
Pro Shop Manager
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Has an uncanny eye for fashion design and keeps our pro shop looking stylish
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Provides invaluable support at the desk helping Trace and our members
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Runs our 2.0-3.0 Round Robin events
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A strong 4.0 player and passionate about her tennis and pickleball
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Married to Michael and they have two kids together Allie & Noah
