McMahon Careers, the private club industry’s only Executive Search, Career Coaching and Executive Education firm focused solely on Racquet Sports, is pleased to announce its third graduating class of Certified Racquet Sports Executives.

The CRSE Program is a 10-month invitation-only intensive study and experiential continuing education program designed for certified tennis and racquet sports professionals who aspire to manage, administer, and direct a private club program more effectively, professionally, and confidently. Upon successful completion of the course work over 10 months, which includes live classroom session, small group discussions and case studies, followed by an online exam, graduates receive the respected CRSE designation. Graduates who are also USPTA or PTR Members also receive 45 Continuing Education Credits.

“The CRSE Program is unique in the industry” says USPTA Master Professional Mark McMahon, President of McMahon Careers, the founder of the CRSE Program. “The professionals who completed this program demonstrated a deep commitment to their personal and professional growth, and to their profession. Maybe more critically for their employer, their regular interaction with the other professionals, as well as the knowledge gained from the delivery of the curriculum from a range of successful industry leaders, ensures that their individual racquet sports programs will be at the leading edge of creativity, innovation, and professionalism. I could not be more impressed, or proud of our graduating class”

The CRSE program begins a new class year each March. Applications may be submitted beginning in September each year. To apply visit: https://mcmahoncareers.com/crse

The 2022 class of CRSE Graduates are as follows:

• Allison Engel, CRSE, USPTA, Director of Tennis, Westwood Club

• Andrew Cordova, CRSE, USPTA, PTR, PPR, US SQUASH, Racquets Director, Maryland Club

• Anthony Santonastaso, CRSE, USPTA, Junior Racquet Sports Director, Overbrook Golf Club

• Brett Kurtz, CRSE, USPTA, Head Tennis Professional, Boca Grove Golf & Tennis

• Carmen Garcia-Jersild, CRSE, Associate Director of Tennis, Atlanta Athletic Club

• Dave Neuhart, CRSE, USPTA, PTR, IPTPA, PPR, Director of Racquet Sports, Green Island Country Club

• David Mendez, CRSE, USPTA, Director of Tennis, Odessa Country Club

• Francois Castejon, CRSE, USPTA, IPTPA, Director of Racquets, Morgan Run Country Club

• Geoff Browne, CRSE, USPTA, PTR, PPR, IPTPA, Director of Racquet Sports, The Grove

• George Laffey, CRSE, MBA, USPTA, PTR, IPTPA, Racquets Director, Nashawtuc Country Club

• Hiram Gonzales, CRSE, USPTA, Director of Athletics, Sweetwater Country Club

• Jason Joseph, CRSE, USPTA, PTR, Head Racquets Professional/Executive Director of Programs, Park Country Club/ Hamburg Racquet Club

• Jason Kinder, CRSE, USPTA, PSR, IPTA, PPR, Director of Racquet Sports, North Hills Club

• Ken Cussick, CRSE, USPTA, Director of Tennis, Chatmoss Country Club

• Ken Obermeier, CRSE, USPTA, PTR, Director of Racquet Sports, Amarillo Country Club

• Kevin Brundle, CRSE, USPTA, General Manager/ Director of Racquets, Middleburg Tennis Club

• Kyla Walgren, CRSE, USPTA, Assistant Tennis Director, Middleburg Tennis Club

• Maks Bartiuk, CRSE, PPR, IPTPA, Director of Racquet Sports, Hideaway Golf Club

• Matt Grayson, CRSE, USPTA, Tennis and Athletics Director, Ansley Golf Club

• Michael Pereira, CRSE, USPTA, PPR, Head Tennis Professional, Chattahoochee Country Club

• Michal Zaluski, CRSE, USPTA, Director of Tennis, Chapel Hill Tennis Club

• Monty Basnyat, CRSE, USPTA, Director of Tennis Operations, Park Terrace Tennis & Swim Club

• Peter Smith, CRSE, USPTA, General Manager/ Director of Tennis, Jack Kramer Club

• Reid Arthur, CRSE, USPTA, PTR, Director of Racquets, Onwentsia Club

• Reinaldo Valor, CRSE, PPR, IFPA, Director of Racquets, Tampa Yacht & Country Club

• Ricardo Demeritte, CRSE, Co-Founder & Head Coach, Impact Tennis Academy

• Roberto Bianco, CRSE, Director of Racquets, Country Club of York

• Zac Janes, CRSE, USPTA, PTR, Head Professional, Paradise Valley Country Club

Says CRSE Graduate and USPTA Member Vernon Gettone, “The CRSE program is a forward-thinking concept that is a much-needed shot in the arm for the racquets industry. Whether you are a seasoned tennis professional or a newly aspiring racquets professional, the information, and how it is disseminated is extremely valuable. Taking the CRSE course is a perfect opportunity to hone your skills in your profession and pick the brains of other experts in the field, which is beneficial both professionally and personally. I foresee it to be the standard by which industry future directors need to be aligned.”

2022 CRSE Graduate George Laffey, Director of Racquets at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, MA said” An absolutely incredible experience! Enjoyed building my network nationally, communicating with amazing people, and learning from the speakers, The 1/1 time with Mark is tremendous.

The CRSE program begins with its next group of future racquet sports executives in March of 2023.