Meet the WSC Tennis Pros & Staff
Connor Moelmann
Tennis Professional
Connor Moelmann
Tennis Professional
Connor first picked up a racket at the age of three and hasn’t set it down since. Connor loves to share his passion for tennis by teaching and getting new athletes involved in this life-long sport. Connor has been teaching since 2009, including at the Glen Ellyn Park District, at HealthTrack, and 5 seasons as a volunteer boys & girls coach for Glenbard East High School. As a player of 30 years, Connor’s experience enables him to quickly analyze and customize drills for individual players looking to step up to the next level. Connor is comfortable working with all ages and levels from beginner to advanced, in both singles and doubles. At the club since: 2022
630-315-5386For lessons with Connor email [email protected]
Molly Heggeland
Tennis Professional
Molly Heggeland
Tennis Professional
Molly joins the WCS tennis team as a lifelong competitive tennis player and coach of many years. Molly played college tennis at Ball State during her Freshman year and then transferred to Taylor University where she played #1 singles and #1 doubles for all 3 seasons. Molly was named NAIA All-American and placed in top spots in several ITA tournaments. Prior to college, Molly was a competitive nationally ranked junior player, reaching Indiana’s #1 spot in her age division several times. At Carmel High School she led her team to 3 state championships and 1 doubles state championship with a high school record of 101-2. Molly works full-time in the non-profit sector and also coaches the Wheaton Academy Girls Tennis Team. She is a PTR certified tennis professional. At the club since: 2022
630.315.5386For lessons with Molly email [email protected]
Josh Luetkehans
Tennis Professional
Josh Luetkehans
Tennis Professional
A lifelong Wheaton resident, Josh has been a member at the Wheaton Sport Center since birth and his grandparents were original WSC members. He joined the WSC staff as a tennis pro in 2012. Josh is PTR certified and also has his Cardio Tennis Instructor Certification. He is a skillful racquet stringer and has been stringing tennis racquets since he was a junior. A 4-time Illinois High School Association State Qualifier in singles and doubles, Josh has also coached at his alma matter Wheaton Academy. Players and teammates are inspired by his energy and enthusiasm on court as well as his love of the game. At the club since: 2012
630.315.5386For lessons with Josh email [email protected]
Brian Dillman
Tennis Professional
Brian Dillman
Tennis Professional
Brian’s tennis background started in Texas as a ranked junior both in Texas and Nationally. During his junior career, he was also certified as a USTA umpire and was a tournament director. He was also a volunteer for the Dallas Tennis Association and Secretary/Treasurer of the Dallas Professional Tennis Association. He played college tennis at the University of Illinois, and was the team Captain and team MVP his senior year. After college, he was certified as a USPTA Level 1 Professional and taught tennis in Texas, working with all level players including performance juniors. He then worked for Wilson Tennis and during his early years with Wilson, his family was named Texas Tennis Family of the year. He worked for Wilson for 14 years and served on the board of the Tennis Industry Association. Brian currently runs his own business and serves as the Board President of the Chicago District Tennis Association. Brian’s passion for coaching came from his coach growing up, and he loves to see improvement in players’ games through strategy and confidence. At the club since: 2023
630-315-5386For lessons with Brian email [email protected]
Russ Ruffolo
Tennis Professional
Russ Ruffolo
Tennis Professional
As a former high school varsity tennis player and lifelong lover of the game, Russ joins our team to follow his passion for tennis. He is an advocate for players developing flexibility, fitness and footwork, and believes that these are keys to longevity in the sport. Russ has always been an enthusiastic learner and he looks forward to using his experience and training to improve, inspire and bring more people into the amazing sport of tennis. Russ is a PTR Certified Tennis Professional as well as a certified USTA Official. At the club since: 2023
630-315-5326[email protected]
Mike Fessel
Tennis Professional
Mike Fessel
Tennis Professional
Mike joins the WSC team of Tennis Professionals with over 25 years of experience as a Tennis Professional, a Tennis Program Director, and a Tournament Director. Originally from Michigan, Mike has taught both juniors and adults of all ages and levels. He has a lifelong passion for tennis as both an accomplished player and coach. Among his on-court accomplishments, Mike has won multiple singles and doubles tournaments, including the USTA Mixed Doubles 8.0 National Championships and have coached players who have earned scholarships and advanced to Division I college competition. He is a USPTA certified tennis professional. At the club since 2023.
630.315.5386For lessons with Mike email [email protected]
Dave Garratt
Tennis Professional
Dave Garratt
Tennis Professional
Dave is a lifelong tennis player. He grew up on the East Coast where he played junior tournaments and captained his High School and College tennis teams. While in college, Dave taught tennis over the summers at various clubs in Connecticut, providing private and group lessons. After a 40 year business career, he jumped back into the competitive tennis arena. In 2019 he was a member of the US Gordon Trophy team that beat Canada, as well as the USTA 55+ Men’s Doubles 9.0 team that won the National Championship in Surprise, AZ. He continues to play competitively and in 2023 he nationally ranked in singles and doubles in the USTA 65+ age division. In 2023, he won a silver medal in doubles at the Senior Games in Pitttsburgh, PA. Dave is also a member of the USIC (ie, International Tennis Club). He enjoys working with players of all ages, especially juniors and adults that are looking to play local and national tournaments. At the club since 2023.
630-315-5326For lessons with Dave email [email protected]
Anne Mache
Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Anne Mache
Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Anne joined Wheaton Sport Center as a teaching professional in May 2013. She is a PTR Certified Professional in 10&Under, 11-17 and Adult Tennis Development. Past experience in coaching teams was at both Glenbard South High School and Elmhurst College. Additionally she coached 2 USTA Junior Teams that qualified for Midwest Sectionals. She is the USTA Junior Team Tennis West Suburban League Coordinator for Chicago and a member of the Wilson Tennis Advisory Staff. At the club since: 2013
630-315-5386For lessons with Anne email [email protected]
Morrie Marino
Tennis Professional
Morrie Marino
Tennis Professional
Tennis Professional Morrie is a PTR certified Tennis Professional since 2009. Because of his passion for tennis, he has been a student of the game and really enjoys teaching all levels of players. Morrie has been involved in the tennis community for a number of years. He has been a USTA captain and an NITTL coordinator. He has also coordinated in-house leagues and groups at other clubs. Morrie created the online application that is used by the Northern Illinois Traveling Tennis League (NITTL), Greater Suburban Indoor Tennis League (GSITL), and the Fox Valley Women’s Tennis League (FVWTL). At the club since: 2011 630.690.0887 x349
630.31.5386For lessons with Morrie email [email protected]
Jane Oviatt
Lead Racquet Stringer
Jane Oviatt
Lead Racquet Stringer
Lead Racquet Stringer – As the Senior Tennis Administrator, Jane organizes multiple managerial processes in the Tennis Welcome Center. She also coordinates our racquet stringing service and uses her expertise to efficiently string racquets and advise members on stringing and equipment. In addition to teaching & coaching at WSC, Jane coaches girls tennis at Wheaton North High School and is PTR Certified. She attended DePauw University & National Louis University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and Masters in Teaching, respectively. She spent her youth playing competitive tennis, achieving top twenty rankings for Midwest girls several years running. At the club since: 2011 630.690.0887 x372
630-315-5372[email protected]