Meet the WSC Tennis Pros & Staff
Lori Mills
Tennis Manager
Lori Mills
Tennis Manager
Lori oversees the WSC tennis program and a team of highly qualified tennis professionals. Lori is responsible for all aspects of the tennis area, including programming, staff hiring, training and supervision; maintenance of court areas, Pickleball, and creating the overall vision of WSC tennis. She is active in the Professional Tennis Registry, which is the international professional organization for the tennis industry. Lori was named PTR Illinois State Member of the Year in 2014, serves as a mentor in the PTR Mentorship Program, is a PTR Coach Developer, and is the PTR Midwest Regional Education Center Director. She is PTR certified in both 10 & Under and Adult Development, and is a certified Cardio Tennis Instructor and a USPTA certified professional. She enjoys playing competitive tennis in NITTL and USTA leagues as well as USTA tournaments, and has advanced to the USTA League National Tournament. At the club since: 2012
630-315-5386[email protected]
Jonathan Diamond
Director of Tennis Development
Jonathan Diamond
Director of Tennis Development
Jonathan has been teaching tennis to players of all ages and skill levels for over 15 years. He began his career in 2011 at Wimbledon Club in Palos Heights and has since held leadership roles as Adult Tennis Director at 5 Star Tennis Center and Tennis Manager at Rush Copley Healthplex. He is a PTR, RSPA and PPR Certified Tennis & Pickleball Professional. Jonathan brings strong energy to every lesson and genuinely enjoys helping players improve and feel more confident on the court. His love of tennis also shows in his competitive play and he has advanced to USTA State, Regional, and National competitions multiple times. Jonathan considers it an honor to share his passion for the game with everyone around him! At the club since 2026
630.315.5348For lessons with Jonathan, email [email protected]
Matt Roszkowski
Director of Evolution Kids Tennis
Matt Roszkowski
Director of Evolution Kids Tennis
As the Evolution Kids Tennis Coordinator, Matt oversees all aspects of WSC’s Evolution Kids (10 & Under) Tennis program. When previously at WSC, Matt’s main focus was Evolution Kids Tennis although he also coached adults and juniors of all levels. Matt is both PTR and USPTA certified as well as a licensed Elementary PE teacher. In addition to coaching at the Sport Center, he has also taught physical education, coached both boys and girls teams at Downers Grove North High School, and was head pro at Downers Grove Swim & Racquet Club and Edgewood Valley Country Club in Burr Ridge. Matt enjoys teaching technical skills and tennis basics as well as helping experienced players improve their tactics and strategy. Matt’s tennis philosophy is to create a balance between having fun on the court and learning how to develop proficient tennis skills for all ages. At the club since 2024
630.315.5386For lessons with Matt, email [email protected]
Danilo Kovacevic
High Performance Director
Danilo Kovacevic
High Performance Director
Danilo grew up playing tennis in the western suburbs, and played on the Maine South High School Varsity team for all 4 years. In 2017, he finished 2nd in the IHSA State Tournament. He was ranked #1 in the USTA Chicago District in Boys 18 and qualified for the Kalamazoo Nationals in 2016, 2017, and 2018. Danilo competed on the Ball State University Division 1 Men’s team and earned NCAA First Team Honors in 2021 and 2022. He has experience teaching players of all ages, from 10 & under through adults and has coached at both the Park Ridge Park District and the Park Ridge Country Club. Danilo is excited to share is knowledge, enthusiasm, love of tennis and competitive drive with WSC’s players of all ages and levels. At the club since 2023.
630-315-5326For lessons with Danilo, email [email protected]
Linda Wright
Tennis Relations Coordinator and Tennis Professional
Linda Wright
Tennis Relations Coordinator and Tennis Professional
Linda grew up in Germany and competed from a young age in statewide tennis leagues, becoming an accomplished junior player. She moved 6 years ago to the USA and fell in love teaching tennis as a coach at Wheaton North High School. As a 4.5 level player, she continues to compete in several USTA leagues, and won the 2019 Illinois State and Midwest Regional women’s doubles combo championships. Linda is certified by the Professional Tennis Registry and enjoys teaching both youth and adults alike. She looks forward to helping WSC players gain the confidence and skills needed to achieve success and enjoy the great lifetime sport of tennis. At the club since: 2021
630-315-5326For lessons with Linda email [email protected]
Karl Peterson
Tennis Professional
Karl Peterson
Tennis Professional
Karl is a PTR Certified Tennis Professional and has over 30 years of experience in the Chicagoland area. He also enjoys teaching players of all ages and skills levels, although his focus has been on developing junior performance players and has produced local, Midwest and nationally ranked players. Karl played tennis at the College of St. Francis and was an All-Conference, All-District and National Championship participant. He earned his highest USTA ranking in 1993 when he was ranked #6 in the Midwest in the Mens 25 & under division. He has coached multiple USTA and NITTL teams and he also captained a USTA 9.0 Mixed Doubles Team to the USTA National Championships in 2006. At the club since: 2014
630-315-5326For lessons with Karl email [email protected]
Mark Exner
Tennis Professional
Mark Exner
Tennis Professional
Mark is a Wheaton native and has been playing at Wheaton Sport Center since 1979. His passion for the game and desire to help others learn led him to becoming a teaching professional. He joined the WSC team of tennis professionals and also became PTR certified in 2014. Mark enjoys working with all ages, from beginner to performance players and he continues to compete in USTA leagues & tournaments. He has been ranked #1 for his age group in the Chicagoland area in both singles and doubles for multiple years. At the club since: 2014
630-315-5326For lessons with Mark email [email protected]
Bill Eng
Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Bill Eng
Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Bill joins the WSC tennis team after 14 years at the Homewood-Flossmoor Racquet and Fitness Club, where he served as the league and lesson coordinator, tournament director and referee. He is an award-winning USTA official, named the CTUC 2015 Roving Official of the Year and the CTUC 2019 Chair Umpire of the Year. A lifelong learner of tennis, Bill earned the 2011 Midwest USPTA Midwest Education of the Year award. At HFR&FC, Bill specialized in teaching youth tennis, which includes 10 and under through high school players. He also teaches adult beginners through intermediates. He is a certified Cardio Tennis Instructor and is IPTPA certified Pickleball instructor. Bill received his USPTA certification in 2008 and holds a PTR Junior 10 and under certification. Bill competes in USTA tournaments and leagues and is a member of the Wilson Advisory staff. At the club since: 2021
630-315-5386For lessons with Bill email [email protected]
Brant Buckley
Tennis Professional
Brant Buckley
Tennis Professional
Brant is a lifelong tennis player and instructor, as well as a lifelong guitar teacher. In high school in Pennsylvania, he was the #1 seed in state doubles two years in a row. Although he chose to step away from collegiate tennis to attend Berklee College of Music, tennis has remained a central part of his life. While at Berklee, he was able to compete in one Division III collegiate season through a partnership with Emerson College. Brant taught tennis privately in Pennsylvania before continuing his coaching career at Midtown Athletic Club Chicago, where he taught all ages and skill levels in group and private lessons. You can find Brant on the WSC courts teaching both junior and adult classes, cardio tennis, and private lessons. Brant is enthusiastic about sharing his tennis expertise with his students to help them succeed and love the sport as much as he does. At the club since: 2026
630-315-5326For lessons with Brant, email [email protected]
Emily Connolly
Tennis Professional
Emily Connolly
Tennis Professional
Originally from Ireland, Emily has dedicated over 15 years to the sport of tennis, establishing a remarkable career as both a player and a coach. Growing up as a top junior player in Ireland, she brought a wealth of talent and determination to the United States, where she excelled at the collegiate level. As a student-athlete at Indiana Wesleyan University, Emily played a pivotal role in leading the team to a historic top three finish in their division. Following her successful playing career, she transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant coach at Indiana Wesleyan University and later at Lakeshore in Chicago and Wynstone in Barrington. At Wheaton Sport Center, Emily combines her extensive experience and passion for tennis to inspire and develop players of all levels. At the club since 2024
630.315.5386For lessons with Emily, email [email protected]