GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION
11759 Groat Road
Edmonton, Alberta T5M 3K6
Phone: (780) 415-1661
Email: info@tennisalberta.com
THE TENNIS ALBERTA TEAM
Tennis Alberta is pleased to roster ten board members from clubs across Alberta as well as six full-time staff and one part-time staff (as of January 2025).
You can contact the Tennis Alberta Board directly by emailing board@tennisalberta.com. Any communication sent to this address is directed to the association’s secretary for proper dissemination to the rest of the board members.
Colin Latchford | Executive Director
colin.latchford@tennisalberta.com
Colin brings a wealth of experience to Tennis Alberta, joining from Squash BC, where he served as Executive Director for three years. During his tenure, he successfully led the organization’s growth in revenue, community engagement, and participation. He also developed a strategic plan, launched major programs, and oversaw a complete rebranding effort.
Before his role at Squash BC, Colin spent over a decade working in tennis. A lifelong player and Tennis Canada Certified Club Professional 2, he began coaching as a teenager in Ontario and has since held diverse roles across the industry. His experience includes managing a year-round tennis facility as Tennis Director and leading community development efforts for Tennis Saskatchewan.
Colin holds a Master of Business Administration from Toronto Metropolitan University and has pursued graduate studies in Sport Management. He is passionate about growing the sport of tennis and looks forward to driving Tennis Alberta’s strategy to increase participation, support facilities, and engage communities across the province.
Adrian Court | Manager, Player Development & Competitions
adrian.court@tennisalberta.com
Adrian grew up in Sudbury, Ontario, and moved to the United States to attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biology. Prior to Tennis Alberta, Adrian was the Assistant Tennis Professional at the Calgary Winter Club and then Tennis Director at the Edgemont Club.
Adrian is a firm believer in long-term athletic development, which comes from his diverse athletic background. His involvement in various sports growing up, including hockey, baseball, volleyball, squash, and (of course) tennis, greatly contributed to his development of athletic skills. At age 12, Adrian quit hockey to focus more on tennis. Then, at age 15, he got a job at the Sudbury Indoor Tennis Centre, and they gave him a key to the facility that gave him 24/7 access. This was the key to his tennis success because it allowed him to put in the hours of training required to focus on his tennis-specific skills. In 1995, Adrian was recruited by the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s tennis program where he played #1 singles and doubles. On the strength of his serve-and-volley game, he became the NCAA Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) doubles champion.
As part of a coaching career that began over 25 years ago, Adrian has made a marked contribution to the growth of tennis in Alberta through his duties as a Tennis Professional, Alberta Provincial Team coach, and Course Facilitator. Adrian has been focusing on developing high-performance athletes at his clubs, and many of his players have received tennis scholarships in the USA. In 2019, he was instrumental in two of his players winning three U12 National Championships, and he was awarded Tennis Canada’s Coaching Excellence Award for his efforts.
Adrian continues to train and compete. In tennis tournaments, he’s won singles championships at the 35+ Western Nationals and the 35+ Calgary Senior ITF and doubles championships at the Alberta Open and Saville Open. He still competes in half marathons and has a personal best of 1 hour and 19 minutes. He was also seriously involved in triathlons for 6 years and retired with an overall win at the 2015 Banff Subaru Triathlon. You might be surprised at how often you catch him playing tennis around the city or running and biking on the Calgary trails.
KJ Read | Manager, Tournaments & Competitive Structure
kj.read@tennisalberta.com
A long-time tennis official working with Tennis Canada at tournaments across the country, KJ is our Manager of Tournaments and Competitive Structure. Additionally, he is Tennis Alberta’s Manager of Officiating. In this role, KJ manages the Junior Competitive Structure and supports member clubs in hosting Tennis Alberta-sanctioned events. He works closely with players, parents, officials, and coaches to facilitate tournament entries.
Scott Pleavin | Specialist, Marketing & Digital Projects
scott.pleavin@tennisalberta.com
Scott serves as our Specialist, Marketing & Digital Projects, where he focuses on marketing initiatives, digital projects, and facility member support. With education in both technology and business, he brings a unique mix of skills to the team. He earned an advanced diploma in Environmental Technology from Georgian College and worked as an electronics technician and data analyst. Later, he completed a diploma in Business Administration with a marketing major from SAIT.
Scott has been active in sports throughout his career, including over 15 years as a hockey official for the Ontario Minor Hockey Association and Hockey Alberta. He served on the Board of Directors at the Calgary Tennis Club for four years and continues to consult with the organization. He also volunteers with the Calgary Tennis Society, a non-profit and Associate Member of Tennis Alberta, whose vision is to make tennis more affordable for youth from families in need. Across his roles, Scott is committed to making tennis accessible, inclusive, and enjoyable.
Heather Powers | Manager, Community Development
heather.powers@tennisalberta.com
Heather serves as the Manager, Community Development, where she focuses on the delivery and administration of Tennis Alberta’s community and grassroots programs. She’s completed her Honours degree in Kinesiology and Health Promotion and is an NCCP-certified coach in Karate with over 10 years of martial arts experience. She holds a third-degree black belt in Shotokan Karate and, in 2021, competed for Team Canada in Kickboxing.
Heather is dedicated to promoting participation in sports, fostering youth development, and encouraging the involvement of women in athletic activities. She’s passionate about growing tennis and excited to engage with new and existing communities province-wide.
Charlie Gibson | Administrative Assistant
charlie.gibson@tennisalberta.com
Based out of Edmonton, Charlie serves as the team’s Administrative Assistant, supporting the organization with accounting and administrative duties. In 2021, she earned a Certificate of Business Administration from New Zealand’s Otago Polytechnic, and she’s currently working towards a Bachelor of Commerce at MacEwan University.
Charlie has a passion for charitable work: She’s helped organize the Terry Fox Run in Canmore, and she’s been involved in fundraising efforts for the Canadian Mental Health Foundation. In her spare time, she likes to stay active and enjoy the great outdoors!
Goran Vukovic | Competitions Coordinator
goran.vukovic@tennisalberta.com
Goran grew up in Calgary and played tennis as a junior, reaching a Top 16 rank nationally in the U12 category. He moved to Irvine, California, to train and compete at Advantage Tennis Academy, where he spent three years in its high-performance tennis program. After returning to Canada, he reached the finals of the U18 Alberta Provincials and qualified for both indoor and outdoor U18 National Championships.
Goran enrolled in the Kinesiology program at the University of Calgary and played for the U of C Dinos Tennis Team. Around this time, he also worked in a tennis shop, stringing racquets and handling sales. He later transferred to Mount Royal University, where he has since completed his four-year Bachelor of Health and Physical Education (BHPE) degree, with a major in Sports and Recreation Management.
Preston Codrington | Community Assistant
preston.codrington@tennisalberta.com
Preston brings a strong background in competitive tennis to Tennis Alberta, having competed extensively at the provincial and national levels throughout his junior career. He was recognized with the Canadian National Sportsmanship Award at the U14 National Championships and went on to compete as a member of the Western University Men’s Tennis Team.
Beyond competing, Preston has built extensive coaching and leadership experience within Alberta’s tennis community. He has served as Head Tennis Professional at Broadmoor Tennis Club and as Tennis Alberta’s Head Roadshow Coach, delivering programming and helping introduce the sport to players and communities across the province. His experience also includes coaching at the Alberta Summer Games and working with players across a wide range of ages and competitive levels.
Outside of tennis, Preston is currently studying Biology at Western University and has a strong interest in biomedical research. He previously worked as a Biochemistry Laboratory Assistant within the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, contributing to influenza research examining antiviral susceptibility. Preston is passionate about using his experiences as an athlete, coach, and student to help grow the game and create positive experiences for players across Alberta.
As a Community Assistant, Preston will be supporting our community and administrative operations, including member services and engagement programs, administration, membership, database management, and organizational reporting.
Michael Bennett | President
Mike is a sales, marketing, and business development leader with progressive experience in sales, marketing, customer service, and strategic planning. He has excellent change management skills and uses them to align sales teams to meet customer needs across multiple businesses. Mike, a highly motivated hands-on leader, leads regional sales at Bausch Health. He is respected for bringing an innovative and dynamic approach, ensuring exceptional results, and building highly engaged teams.
Mike brings strong leadership, analytical, and motivational skills to the Tennis Alberta board, and he’s adept at building relationships with stakeholders. Mike is an avid tennis player at the Calgary Winter Club.
Mike was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Calgary Winter Club.
Patrick Thomas | Vice President
Patrick Thomas is an active member of the Calgary tennis community, serving on the Calgary Tennis Club board and leading the Calgary Tennis Society, which started in 2009. Previously, he served as executive director and founder of the Dinos Tennis Society for the University of Calgary Dinos Tennis Team. In 2021, Thomas was recognized with a Tennis Canada Distinguished Service Award for helping to grow and nurture the sport in Alberta.
Patrick served as the Tennis Alberta Interim Executive Director from March to August 2024. He was an Investigator with the Calgary Police Services for over 25 years and has additional background in insurance claims investigation. Patrick recently retired, but he still devotes much of his free time to the Alberta tennis community.
Patrick was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Calgary Tennis Club.
Mike Saul | Vice President Finance
Bio coming soon.
Mike was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by Mount Pleasant Tennis Club.
Pam Cotter | Secretary
Pam Cotter is an accomplished IT professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. She has worked as a Network and Systems Administrator and currently serves as a Regulatory Compliance Analyst in the utility sector. Pam studied at the University of Alberta and the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT).
Pam has served as Finance Director and Secretary on the Board of Directors for the Garneau Tennis and Beach Volleyball Club. She is currently part of the Garneau Court Rejuvenation Committee, helping with the application for Historic Site designation and preparations for the club’s 100th-anniversary celebrations in 2029. Pam is a passionate tennis player who participates in local tennis tournaments and other events in the Edmonton tennis community.
Pam was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Saville Community Sports Centre.
Barbara Rypien | Director
Barb is a professional geologist with 25 years of experience in North America and International regions. She has a background in management, technical excellence, communication and strategic thinking, and governance. Barb has been a part of the SAIT Advisory Committee for Geoscience and is currently on the Board of Directors with the Calgary Winter Club, where she is part of the governance and nominating committee and the chair of the member engagement committee. Additionally, Barb serves as a director and secretary with the Calgary Horticultural Society. Barb is an active tennis player, and her oldest son plays competitive tennis at the provincial level in Alberta.
Barb was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Calgary Winter Club.
Jerrold Diamond | Director
Dr. Jerrold Diamond is the founding partner of Diamond Dental, a multi-dentist practice in West Edmonton. A graduate of the University of Alberta Faculty of Dentistry (1991), Dr. Diamond is also a member of the Visiting Faculty at Spear Education in Scottsdale, Arizona, one of the leading postgraduate centers for dental education.
Dr. Diamond and his wife, Lisa, have co-chaired the Harvest Gala, a key fundraiser for the Lois Hole Hospital for Women, from 2020 to 2022 and again in 2024. In 2023, he was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Dental Association, representing Alberta. Dr. Diamond has been an avid tennis player for over 30 years. He serves on the Royal Glenora tennis committee.
Jerrold was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Royal Glenora Club.
Marcel Joubert | Director
Marcel is originally from South Africa, was a nationally ranked junior tennis player and was offered a full tennis scholarship to the USA in 1980. In South Africa, Marcel was the owner of a Photographic Company and later taught Commercial Photography at the
local University. While in South Africa, Marcel acquired his pilot’s license and after immigrating to Canada approximately 30 years ago, focused his career on the aviation industry. Marcel became a flight instructor and later obtained his Airline Pilot License. Thereafter, he was a Captain on Medivac aircraft, flying air ambulance throughout the Arctic and North America.
He later became owner, operator, director and chief pilot of an aerial survey company. In that company, Marcel was responsible for liaising with, managing and training of the flight crews, liaison and communication with Transport Canada, Maintenance organizations and clients to ensure safe and successful flight operations throughout Canada and the USA. Marcel retired from his aviation business career business in 2022.
Marcel has been actively involved in tennis at the Osten & Victor, Alberta Tennis Centre since its opening and recently completed his TPA Instructors Certificate. Marcel is also actively involved in competing in Masters tennis tournaments provincially, nationally and internationally on the ITF Masters tour. He has competed in notable tournaments such as:
• Steve Stevens Canadian Senior Nationals,
• British Seniors Open (Indoors and Clay)
• European Seniors Open (Indoors), US Seniors National hardcourt championships,
• World Masters Individual Championships and grass court tournaments in the United Kingdom.
• Various Alberta Masters and other level 5.0 tournaments.
Marcel’s career retirement in 2022 has afforded Marcel more time to help with tennis of all levels and his on-court experience has reached a point of “giving back” to the sport.
Marcel was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Osten & Victor Alberta Tennis Centre.
Mark Crossfield | Director
Bio coming soon.
Mark was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Glencoe Club.
Wendy Ng | Director
Wendy Ng is a senior executive and financial professional with more than 20 years of experience in governance, risk management, finance, and internal audit. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) and Chartered Business Valuator (CBV), she brings extensive board governance, strategic oversight, and financial leadership expertise to Tennis Alberta.
Wendy is deeply committed to community service and volunteer leadership. She previously served as Treasurer of Calgary Legal Guidance, an organization dedicated to improving access to justice for disadvantaged Calgarians. She serves as a board member of the Osten & Victor Alberta Tennis Centre, which supports initiatives focused on expanding access to tennis, strengthening Alberta’s tennis community, and fostering the development of future generations of players.
A passionate recreational tennis player, Wendy actively competes in Calgary’s inter-club leagues and local tournaments. Her love of the game, combined with her leadership and governance experience, enables her to contribute meaningfully to the continued growth, accessibility, and long-term success of tennis across Alberta.
Wendy was nominated to the Tennis Alberta Board of Directors by the Osten & Victor Alberta Tennis Centre.
Dennis Rochette | Director
Bio coming soon.
