Ransom was a scholarship athlete in tennis for Tennessee Wesleyan University. His team place in the top 25 in the nation 3 of the 4 years he played there. He later stayed on as an assistant coach for two years with the Bulldogs. Ransom has been teaching tennis in Knoxville since 2013. He taught at Smoky Mountain Tennis Academy from 2013-2015, Tennessee Tennis Club and Academy from 2015-2023, and most recently joined The Pickleball Playground in 2023. He has also given lessons at Fox Den Country Club and the prestigious Black Berry Farm. Ransom has served on the GKTA Junior Team Tennis board since 2020 and has coached several middle school tennis teams in the area. Ransom is USPTA certified in tennis and PCI certified in pickleball. Ransom is a friendly guy who is especially good with juniors. We are lucky to have him as a pro here at The Pickleball Playground.
Get ready for the weekend! 🎉 This Friday from 6:30-8:30, it’s all about pickleball! Let’s turn up the music, relax, and enjoy some friendly competition. Don’t miss out—sign up on the app now! ✨
Mark your calendars for a fun-filled October at The Playground!🌟🗓️
🏆 Early Bird Registration: Rocky Top Pickleball Classic
Now until October 6th! Sign up now to get the early bird special for the tournament and secure your spot for only $60!
🩷 Pickle Me Pink, Pizza, and Pints Social
October 18th | 6:30-9pm | Support breast cancer awareness by wearing pink and enjoy some pickleball, pizza, and pints. Proceeds go to the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation!
🎃 Fright Night @ The Playground
October 25th | 6-8:30pm | Join us for a spooky night with a costume contest and a screening of Coco. Bring the whole family—there’ll be food and prizes!
🎾 Jr Pickleball Academy - 8-Week Session
Starts October 15th | Every Tuesday 4-5pm | Perfect for young players looking to enhance their pickleball skills!
Don’t miss out on any of these exciting events—register and plan ahead for a month full of fun!✨
Join us tonight for Pickle, Pizza, and Pints from 6:30PM - 8:30PM. Dink responsibly. 🏓😄
Sign up on our app, or through the link in our story today! ✨
Grand Re-Opening = a total smash! 🎉 Check out some awesome moments from the day! Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made it unforgettable. ✨
What’s your favorite new addition? 👇
Multiple choice: Should we play pickleball this weekend?
A) Yes
B) A
C) B
D) All of the above
Pickleball is always the right answer! See you TOMORROW for our Grand Re-Opening for free play, food, and FUN!
The big day is almost here! 🤩 Here’s a sneak peek at some of the exciting new additions coming to our facility. You won’t want to miss what we’ve been working on! 🔥
See you this Saturday the 21st for the full reveal. Free play, food, and tons of fun! See you there! 👀 #indoorpickleball #knoxvillepickleball
