Fernando Velasco, General Manager and Dir. of Tennis

USPTA and PTR Master Tennis Professional, Fernando Velasco, is originally from Bolivia, South America. Fernando is a forty-year veteran in the Tennis Management business and has served as General Manager and Director of Tennis at top-notch clubs in Chicago, Phoenix, Dallas, Savannah and Boca Raton, Florida. He is considered one of the top teaching professionals and managers in the country, having been selected as “National Pro of the Year” by the USPTA and “International Pro of the Year” by the PTR. He is a sought after speaker at National and International Tennis Professionals Conventions. He is ranked in the National USPTA, PTR, and in Texas and National USTA.

Mari Toro, Director of Women’s Team Tennis and Junior Development

PTR Pro Mari Toro is a former University of Miami player. She represented the University as the number # 1, 2, and 3 Singles player, achieving a National Team Ranking #13. She has served as a Volunteer Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach for the University, and also has given private and group lessons in Coral Gables and Miami, Florida. She was a Member of the Puerto Rican Tennis Federation Cup Team from 1995 through 2002. In addition to directing the Women’s Teams and Junior Development programs, Here at Circle C, Mari is available to give private and group lessons.

Darin Pleasant, Director of the Circle C Tennis Academy

USPTA Pro Darin Pleasant was nationally ranked in the juniors prior to playing Division I tennis for UCLA, where he went undefeated his senior year. Darin began coaching after competing on the Men’s Professional ATP tour and achieving world ranking in both singles and doubles. His tournament training methods are recognized as highly effective, resulting in nationally ranked juniors in California, Arizona and Texas. Because of Darin’s playing and coaching experience he brings a high level of expertise to the Circle C Tennis Club for players of all ages and abilities.

Mandon Maloney, Head Professional of the Advanced Tournament Program (ATP)

PTR Pro Mandon Maloney is a former ranked junior player. He joined Circle C Tennis Club in 2003 and has been teaching several young future stars in the Grand Prix, PATP and now ATP level program. In 2008 he finished #8 in Texas, and #47 nationally in the Men’s 35 and Over Division. He has been instrumental in coaching several players who are playing in both City and State Tournaments. Mandon is also available to assist you both
private and group lessons.

Danny Rodriguez, Director of Pre-Advanced Tournament Program (PATP)

PTR Pro Danny Rodriguez grew up in Brownsville, TX. where he worked at the Brownsville Tennis Center assisting Junior and Adult Drill Groups.  He was also Assistant Tennis Pro at the Briar Crest Country Club in Bryan, TX, along with being an Instructor for the City of College Station.  Danny works with the Pee –Wee and the Grand Prix Programs and with all levels of the PATP.   He is available to give private and group lessons.

Gus Manzur, Associate Tennis Professional

PTR Pro Gus A. Manzur Sr. is a retired Colombian Diplomat who moved from Washington D.C. to Austin, Texas in 2003.  While in D.C., he founded and directed The Organization of American States Staff Tennis Program from 1993 through 2003.  He has previously worked as an Assistant Tennis Pro and later was promoted to General Manager of The Polo Tennis and Fitness Club in Dripping Springs, TX.   Gus has also obtained a Recreational QuickStart Tennis Training Program Certification from USTA.    He is currently assisting the Pee-Wee and Summer Camps Programs

Manny Solorio, Associate Tennis Professional

USPTA Pro Manny Solorio is a graduate from Ferris State University where he got his degree in Professional Tennis Management.
He has worked in Clubs in Illinois, Delaware and New Jersey. Manny is assisting with all junior and adult programs when needed.