A Pittsburgh, Pa. native, seasoned tennis instructor and USPTA professional, Burdell brings with her more than 15 years of professional tennis teaching experience and an eye for innovation. She most recently served as Senior Recreation Coordinator at the Henry McMullen Tennis Complex in Clearwater, where she oversaw facility operations for the city while creating new tennis programs for the community.

“I enjoy developing and growing tennis businesses at every level, whether it be a new club starting from the ground up or an old facility floundering and in need of an overhaul, helping facilities and bringing them back to life is very gratifying.”

“Tennis has and will always be my passion and choice as an occupation, and I am excited to aid in the regrowth of tennis facilities across the state of Florida.”

Grace is originally from East Peoria, Illinois but currently lives in the Space Coast with her family. She moved to Florida to continue her higher education at Eastern Florida State College with the hopes of graduating with her Bachelor’s degree. She plans to complete her education with a major in Business Entrepreneurship and hopes to open her own business with a non-for-profit focus someday. She has worked with children since 2016 and is excited to be learning more about tennis and spending time around players of all different ages and backgrounds! When she is not at work, she is most likely with her family or friends, at the beach, or reading.