Pickleball

Meet the Pickleball Pro Staff

Paul Jones

Pickleball Director

Paul grew up in Yakima and moved to the Tri-Cities in 2010 with his wife, Bev, for work. They have four children and a growing crew of grandkids. After graduating from the Art Institute of Seattle in 1989, Paul built a long career in graphic design and the ad agency world. He grew up playing tennis and also played and coached volleyball.
Paul was first introduced to pickleball by a group of friends from work and quickly fell in love with the game. What stood out most was the incredible sense of community and social connection within the sport. That passion led him to found Club 509 Pickleball in 2018. One of his proudest accomplishments has been the five-year collaborative effort with the City to bring the public pickleball courts at Lawrence Scott Park to life; a milestone that remains especially meaningful to him.  Paul is incredibly grateful to make pickleball his full-time career and is thrilled to work alongside the team at CBRC.

Email: pauljones@my-cbrc.com

Dylan Scott

Pickleball Teaching Professional

 

 

 

 

 

 

Carney Lucas

Pickleball Teaching Professional

Carney has been playing pickleball competitively for nearly ten years and has earned a 5.0+ rating through consistent high-level tournament play. He has a deep appreciation for the strategic elements of the game and excels at breaking down complex concepts into clear, actionable insights. Carney is especially passionate about helping players understand the subtle nuances, such as shot selection, positioning, and match strategy that can elevate performance and provide a true competitive advantage. His thoughtful, analytical approach makes him an effective instructor for players looking to move beyond fundamentals and compete with greater confidence and purpose.

 

 

 

Aaron Willis

Pickleball Teaching Professional

Aaron is an avid pickleball fan whether it be playing, teaching, drilling, or coaching. He is a certified pickleball coach by obtaining his certification from Pickleball Coaching International (PCI). He has plenty of tournament experience winning medals regularly in both Men’s and Mixed. With a DUPR of a 4.8 he demonstrates his ability to play at a high level while still leaning into new trends and continually honing his craft. He can work with anyone from beginners to advanced, with particular focus on how to help intermediate and advanced take strides to improve their game. Pickleball can be either social or competitive, as a coach he can blend with either style to help you get the most out of your abilities. See you on the courts!

 

 

 

 

 

Karly Scheelar

Pickleball Teaching Professional

Karly discovered pickleball two years ago while on a trip to Arizona, and from the very first game she was hooked. What began as a fun way to stay active quickly turned into a passion for learning and competing. Through consistent play and a love for the game, she steadily progressed from recreational matches to tournament competition. Pickleball has given her not only a competitive outlet, but also an incredible sense of community and confidence on the court. She continues to grow as a player by learning, practicing, and embracing every opportunity to play and she loves sharing that enthusiasm with others who are just starting their own pickleball journey.

Cat Gibson

Pickleball Teaching Professional

Cat’s PPR certification and 4.5-level player status indicate a  high level of skill and understanding of the game.  With her experience as both a player and instructor, she’s well-equipped to help players advance to higher levels in their Pickleball journey.  This could be a great opportunity for those looking to improve their skills and achieve their goals in the sport.

 

 

 

Lee Penick

Pickleball Teaching Professional

Whether you’re just starting out or transitioning from another sport, Lee is excited to help you refine your technique and develop a strategic, well-rounded game. If you’re ready to move beyond the “banger” phase and master the full spectrum of pickleball, Lee can help. With three years of instruction and a lifetime of racquet sports experience, including tennis, racquetball, squash, and badminton, Lee specializes in building a modern pickleball game and translating existing skills into creative, effective shots.  Many players stall by relying solely on power. Lee focuses on blending fast-paced instincts with the precision and patience of the high-level dink game; teaching balance between confident pace, soft dinks, and crucial resets that win games.