Our Pros - Troy Racquet Club

Curt Smith

Curt has taught at Troy Racquet Club for 30 of his 35 years of being a Head Pro. He is a graduate of MacMurray College, with a Bachelors Degree in Education. Curt wants all of his students to have a great time at each lesson. Curt's philosophy in teaching tennis is "let's have fun". Your game improves with every laugh.

Rob Olmstead

Rob is a Troy native and has been teaching for over 20 years. He played varsity college tennis at Murray State University, and teaches tennis players at all levels. Rob’s energy and enthusiasm results in a great workout. He enjoys adding new dimension to every player’s game. In 2010, Rob, along with Brian DeVirgilio, established the Troy Tennis Academy, LLC., creating an innovative instructional academy for all ages and levels of play.

Brian DeVirgilio

Brian’s success as an instructor is attributable in large part to his exceptional achievements as a player. As a junior, Brian was ranked “Top 50” Nationally. At Ball State Univ., Brian captured three MAC Championships in Singles and three in Doubles. He is rated “Professional –1” by the USPTA. In 2010, Brian, partnering with TRC Head Pro Rob Olmstead, established the Troy Tennis Academy, LLC., creating an innovative instructional academy for all ages and levels of play.

Scott Ransome

Scott is a two-time Boy’s High School Regional Coach of the Year. He is varsity coach of the Groves High School boys team, and varsity coach of the Seaholm High School girls team. At the Troy Racquet Club he works primarily with intermediate to advanced juniors and adults. His innovative drills and techniques keep his lessons lively and fast paced.

John Kennedy

John has been a teaching professional for over 30 years. He achieved the rank of No.1 on St. Bonaventure University's varsity tennis team, is a former State of Michigan Doubles Champion, and has won Singles and Doubles Championships in Oakland County. John is a former Jr. Davis Cup Coach and has worked with numerous National and ATP Tour ranked players. John is a graduate of the Vic Braden Tennis Academy.

Keith Cullen

Keith is the master of the teaching court. He as coached six state championship teams--three at Brother Rice and three at Cranbrook Kingswood. He has coached over 50 nationally ranked juniors and 100 sectionally ranked players. In addition, Keith has coached two professional players -- Mima Juusavec and Virginia Ruzici. He coaches his son who is currently the captain for Western Michigan University's tennis team. Let Keith share his wealth of knowledge with you and take you to the next level.

Mark Simcina

Mark has taught for over 18 years in various clubs in the area, including Franklin, Beverly Hills and Square Lake. He is a 4-time USPTA Midwest Pro of the Year. He spends his summers working at Oak Park Recreation and Oakland Hills County Club. Mark has worked with tennis players ranging in age from 5-60 years old.