Tennis & Pickleball

Craig Calderone, the esteemed proprietor of the Michigan Whitetail Hall of Fame museum, brings a wealth of experience as a veteran tennis instructor in the Jackson County region, where he has dedicated over three decades to teaching the sport. Throughout his illustrious career, Craig has successfully guided numerous high school state champions to victory and mentored multiple promising female and male junior players, paving their path towards Division 1 scholarships. While he previously managed the Jackson Racquet Club during its inception in the late 80s and early 90s, Craig now takes pleasure in imparting private tennis lessons to both youth and adults at his personal indoor tennis facility nestled in Grass Lake. Should you desire personalized tennis instruction, Craig is available for private lessons. Craig can be reached at 517-937-0533

Thomas Calderone, a former collegiate tennis player at Western Michigan and Spring Arbor University, boasts an impressive record of triumphs, including numerous conference championships. Notably, he achieved an impressive national ranking of 6th in NAIA doubles. Currently, Thomas actively participates in Pickleball, showcasing his skills in professional matches and the highly competitive 5.0 plus brackets. Recognized by World Pickleball Ranking system in the top 200. If you’re seeking tennis or pickleball instruction, Thomas offers both group and private lessons. Thomas can be reached at 517-740-2995