OUR PICKLEBALL INSTRUCTORS
DEVELOP YOUR SKILLSET
PICKLEBALL HARBOR COACHCARROLL DE VERA ROBERTS
Carroll de Vera Roberts is an accomplished athlete in tennis, martial arts, and pickleball. Her tennis accomplishments include top rankings in both singles and doubles in each age division, including holding the USTA Middle States #1 AMD Women’s Open Singles Ranking in 2017.
Carroll is a Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) Certified Professional and an active pickleball competitor, earning gold, silver, and bronze medals at numerous local, regional, and national competitions.
Beyond her personal achievements, Carroll is deeply passionate about helping others discover and develop their potential in this exhilarating sport of pickleball. Plus, she may be the kindest and most-caring person we’ve ever met!
2025 USA PICKLEBALL GOLDEN TICKET TOURNAMENT, MACON GA - SINGLES & WOMEN'S DOUBLES - GOLD; MIXED DOUBLES - SILVER
2025 Mid-Atlantic Regional Championships: Singles-Gold; Mixed Doubles-Silver; Women’s Doubles: Bronze
2024 NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES QUALIFIER - SINGLES & MIXED DOUBLES - GOLD; WOMEN'S DOUBLES - SILVER
“The secret to your future is hidden in your daily routine — on and off the court.”
PICKLEBALL HARBOR COACHERNO VERTES
Erno Vertes brings passion, precision, and a proven approach to player development as a Pickleball Harbor Coach. With years of coaching and program-building experience, Erno helps players of all levels improve through focused instruction, strategic insight, and high-energy sessions that make progress both measurable and fun.
He is a Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) Certified Professional and an active pickleball competitor, bringing home several wins including Gold Medal and Golden Ticket winner in 2025 UTR Regional Cincinnati Classic Tournament. Known for his motivating style and clear game plans, he inspires every player to be better.
He is a lifelong tennis player and United States Air Force veteran.
CTPA Mid Atlantic Regionals - 4.0 Mixed Doubles Silver
Pickleball Showdown - 4.0 Men's Doubles Gold
Director of Pickleball - Westmoreland Country Club
“The joy lies not just in the game, but in the journey of relentless improvement and the shared pursuit of reaching new heights on the court.“
PICKLEBALL HARBOR COACHCHRISTA MORRIS
From the moment Christa Morris stepped onto the pickleball court, it was love at first swing! A former three-sport college athlete and experienced multi-sport coach, Christa understands the dynamics of competition, but she believes there is nothing quite like the sport of pickleball.
Currently a decorated 4.5+ player with numerous medals to her name, Christa is dedicated to helping others achieve that same level of success. She brings passion, energy, and inspiration to every lesson, helping players unlock their potential.
Off the court, Christa is deeply passionate about her faith and family. Her ultimate goal is to see others grow — as athletes and as people.
“Success isn’t just about the score.“
PICKLEBALL HARBOR COACHJEFF GILES
Jeff has been playing pickleball for 10 years and is a many time 5.0+ tournament winner. He has qualified for Nationals at the 5.0 level multiple times and plays for Selkirk’s Amped Team.
Since the birth of his son Toby, Jeff has shifted his energy from competitive tournament player to instructor, sharing his love of the game with his many students. He is a PPR Certified Professional coach, the official education and certification partner of USA Pickleball.
Specializing in advanced instruction, Jeff is a detail-oriented instructor and can help you strategize and execute play at a higher level.
Jeff has a Computer Science degree and works for First Energy in their IT Communications department. He enjoys the outdoors, auto racing, golf, and of course pickleball.
“I love sharing the joy that comes with playing this game at a competitive level. When players understand the nuances that separate good players from great players it’s a fun thing to be a part of.“
Pickleball Harbor Expert Instructors
Unlock your potential with our expert pickleball instructors. Certified and passionate about the sport, our instructors will provide expert guidance for pickleball players of every skill level. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, we’ve got you covered. You can expect a more inclusive, engaging, and effective class held on a dedicated court with a microphoned instructor so you can focus on what’s important — enhancing your skillset.
