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PICKLEBALL HARBOR COACHETHAN DYSERT
Ethan is an aspiring professional pickleball athlete currently playing at a 5.0 DUPR level. He has been playing for three years running, after stepping away from Cornell University’s all NCAA Division 1 men’s college soccer team. As an advocate and lover of the sport, he enjoys coaching others to develop their skillset. Ethan is a USAPA ambassador for the North Mid-Atlantic Region and Southwestern PA. He conducts private lessons and clinics alongside his full-time job at Highmark Health, working as a Corporate Development Analyst. Pickleball keeps Ethan motivated and engaged not only for the competition, but also for the community embedded in the sport. He has medaled in many doubles and singles events and regularly participates in regional and national tournaments.
2023 GAMMA PICKLEBALL CLASSIC - 4.5/5.0 DIVISION - 3RD PLACE WINNER
2022 GOLD WINNER NORTH MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL - SINGLES 4.0
“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 COACHEMIL HEINTZINGER
In the fall of 2017, Emil walked into the basketball courts of the local YMCA and saw a game he had never seen before. Someone handed him a paddle to use, asked if he’d like to try pickleball, and he jumped right in. The sport has changed his life in many ways. He increased his activity levels — which led to weight loss and healthy habits, he was welcomed socially into a new vibrant community and had increased motivation and hand/eye coordination.
Emil plays pickleball as many times a week as his body will allow — and sees teaching intro courses as a way to keep active in the sport, while helping others develop good habits. He lives in Plum Boro with his wife, Suzanne, and has one grandson, who is learning play pickleball in high school.
Emil is a Certified Level One Coach by Pickleball Coaching International and loves helping beginners and intermediate players learn and improve their game.
FORMER PRESIDENT - MONROEVILLE PICKLEBALL ASSOCATION
“I love sharing the joy that comes with playing this game. Pickleball is a sport for all ages and athletic abilities. Through coaching, I inspire individuals to not only improve their skills on the court but also to embrace the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and a lifelong love for an active and fulfilling lifestyle.“
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.
