Born in Chicago, Ill and raised in Cincinnati, Chris played 4 yrs of varsity tennis at Sycamore High School and was ranked in the Top 30 in the Midwest. He played for the University of Cincinnati for 1 year and 3 years at the University of Illinois, where he also received his Business Administration Degree. Chris has taught at Camargo since 2001 and has worked with several nationally-ranked Juniors and Division 1 College players.
Chris Thatcher
Tennis Director/Interclub Director
Brian was born and raised in Cincinnati and played tennis at Elder High School. He attended Walsh University on scholarship, was a 3-time NAIA national qualifier, and was named 1st-team All-American in the Mid-Ohio Conference. Brian graduated from the University of Cincinnati. He has taught tennis at Camargo since 2006 and is certified through the USPTR.
Brian Siler
Head Tennis Pro
Camargo Racquet Club welcomes TJ Scheve to our professional staff as the Junior Program Director! He is USPTA certified and has 25 years of teaching experience. TJ was most recently the tennis director at Western Athletic Club.
TJ Scheve
Tennis Pro / Junior Program Director
Kelley Peter has been a PTR certified tennis teaching professional since 1995. With three decades of experience, Kelley has coached numerous championship teams at tennis clubs such as EHI, Mercy, Harper’s Point, and Western Athletic Club. His expertise and dedication have also been instrumental in guiding many junior players to league and state championships, fostering their growth and success in the sport.tennis director at Western Athletic Club.
Kelley Peter
Jasen Hansen has taught at Camargo Racquet Club since 2025. He brought 30+ years of experience to Camargo after Eastern Hills closed.
Jasen Hansen
Sara Watson has taught at Camargo Racquet Club since 2025. She has taught for over 10 years, with experience at Eastern Hills and the Cincinnati Tennis Club. With expereince running outdoor clubs including Mt.Lookout Swim Club and Hyde Park Tennis Club
Sara Watson
Gabe Gilliland has taught at Camargo Racquet Club since 2025. He has taught for over 5 years, with experience at Eastern Hills and the Cincinnati Tennis Club.
Gabe Gilliland
Gabe Gilliland has taught at Camargo Racquet Club since 2025 after graduating from Xavier University while playing four years on their varsity tennis team.
Cambell Nakayama
Marmee Fry-Cook
Marmee Fry-Cook
Marmee went to The Ohio State University where she held the #1 playing position from 1966-1969. She has been the State of Ohio Intercollegiate Champion, and a Semi-finalist in NCAA Doubles Championship. Marmee has worked at a variety of Tennis Clubs and Country Clubs from California to Columbus. Marmee has 48 years of teaching experience.
Joe Leo
Joe has coached both Men’s and Women’s entries at the Ohio State High School Tournament. He has coached at the H.S. level at Kings and Madiera, and at Wilmington College.Joe is a certified USPTA professional with 12 years experience. In the summer, he is a pro at Cincinnati Sports Club. Every other weekend Joe teaches The Buddy Up tennis program for children with Down syndrome.
Ella Vatter
Ella
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