Our Mission The Tallahassee Pickleball Association, Inc. (TPA) is a Florida nonprofit corporation promoting Pickleball in the Big Bend area of Florida. We will support local government and private efforts to increase Pickleball courts and services in the region. Communities throughout the southeast have experienced positive economic impact from their local Pickleball associations, and TPA will work to provide the same benefit. |
Board of Directors President - Jennifer Solomon Jennifer Solomon is a licensed psychologist with extensive experience in assessment and clinical practice. She graduated from Florida State University with her bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees. Jennifer is an active member of the local community and is strongly interested in promoting health, wellness, and social connection through pickleball. Jennifer is passionate about pickleball and has been playing for three years. She enjoys traveling and competing in tournaments and has made some amazing friends along the way. Jennifer enjoyed serving as a Board Member for the 2025-2026 year. Serving as President for the 2026–2027 year, she is committed to supporting the growth of the game, fostering inclusive participation, and helping build a positive, engaged community for players of all ages and skill levels. Vice President - Chelsie Levitan Chelsie Wallace Levitan is a retired small animal veterinarian who practiced in Tallahassee for 30 years. She and her husband, Don, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last year. They have two adult children. Having just discovered pickleball in late 2019, Chelsie and Don survived the isolation of COVID by whacking a pickleball at each other in their driveway. After courts reopened, pickleball provided a path to meet new people and helped Chelsie feel part of a new, wonderful community. Her hope is to pay it forward and spread that sense of inclusion and community to others. Secretary - Rhonda Scott Rhonda Scott is a retired Lieutenant from the Tallahassee Police Department where she served our community for 30 years before retiring in 2019. She still maintains her police standards and works part-time "when she wants to," no longer when she has to, by helping out in Employee Resources at the department. Rhonda is originally from Buffalo, NY where she attended Buffalo State University earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice. Rhonda and her husband John have been married for 37 years and actually met in the police academy. They've been avid pickleballers for the past four years after visiting family in Texas and getting introduced to the sport. After coming back home they started going to Open Play at the various courts around town and met so many of their closest friends who have now become like family. They loved how welcoming the experienced pickleballers were in helping them learn the game and realize there's so much more to it than just banging a ball. Rhonda strives to do the same for others and help promote the strong sense of community and connection she found when getting started. When not playing pickleball, Rhonda loves traveling, spending time with her kids and grandchildren, and cheering on her favorite football teams - the Buffalo Bills and Georgia Bulldogs. She looks forward to meeting you all on the courts and says she is only a call or text away from a pickup game or two! Treasurer - Bob Capporelli Bob Capporelli is a certified public accountant with a master’s degree in taxation from DePaul University. He is retired, having last served as the Director of Income tax for United Airlines in Chicago. He was born in Chicago and raised in the suburbs, a lifelong Bears and Cubs fan. He has been playing pickleball for three years after transitioning from a lifelong addiction to golf. He has served as treasurer of TPA for the last year and has agreed to continue in that role. Director - Pat Sargent Pat Sargeant was an instructor/head varsity volleyball coach at James Madison University before entering the USAF. She coached volleyball at the Air Force Academy, earned additional degrees in Physical Therapy and Health Promotions, and directed those programs at several AF bases before retirement as a Lt Col. Pat competed in Masters swimming and league tennis before moving to Tallahassee. In 2017 she started playing pickleball and quickly got hooked on the sport. Even with injuries, she continued to be involved with pickleball, served on the TPA Board for the past two years, and is excited to see the association continue to grow to service our community. Director - Brandon Krambeck Brandon Krambeck is a technology professional and professional pickleball coach with four years of playing experience and a passion for growing the sport in the Tallahassee community. With a background in advanced team sport, he brings a structured, detailed approach to skill development where he helps players of all levels improve their game. His focus is on creating an inclusive, supportive environment where players can build confidence, refine technique, and enjoy the game. Director - Darcy Bolden Darcy Bolden is retired from a 45-year career in healthcare as a licensed surgical technologist and materials manager in outpatient surgery. She has played pickleball for eight years after enjoying tennis for many years. Darcy loves the pickleball community, especially the smiles and laughs that fun pickleball competition creates. As a board member Darcy hopes to be part of spreading the fun. Director - Nantahala DeVoss Nantahala DeVoss is a project manager specializing in commercial interior renovations and tenant improvement buildouts. He appreciates the recreational and social aspects of pickleball, valuing the connections and strong sense of community the sport fosters. His passion for the game and the community surrounding it inspired him to join the Tallahassee Pickleball Association. As a board member, he aims to deepen his involvement and support the continued growth of the sport locally. He brings a friendly, community-oriented perspective and is excited to contribute to the welcoming and thriving pickleball community in Tallahassee. Past President (non voting) - Holly Synder Holly Snyder has worked for a local computer company for 30 years, dedicating much of her time behind the keyboard. When she’s not working, you’ll likely find her on the pickleball courts, where she enjoys both the camaraderie and the competition the game brings. Pickleball has given Holly a strong sense of community and connection that has become an important part of her life. The friendships she’s built are ones that will last a lifetime. Other TPA Roles Community Liaison - Fred Markham Website Manager - Melissa Powell Newsletter Manager - Melissa Powell Communication Committee Chair - JoAnn Cox Event Committee Co-Chairs - Ebo Barefoot and Cathy Bedsole Photographer/Videographer - TBA |