RSPA Midwest Division

05/13/2026

05/13/2026

🎾✨ Another phenomenal group has joined the RSPA movement! We're energized by the passion and purpose these new members bring—whether they're shaping athletes on the court or advancing the game behind the scenes.

Welcome to the future of racquet sports. We're building it together.

🗣️ New RSPA members—step up and say hello! What part of the RSPA journey are you most excited about? Drop it in the comments 👇 We can't wait to hear from you!

05/13/2026

05/08/2026

Let’s Go!!!! Gold Standard teaching profession that has made a huge difference in my career 💯💪

04/26/2026

Yesterday, Midwest Division past president and current Platform Tennis Coach Developer Matt Davis hosted a Platform Tennis Symposium and Certification Workshop at Wilmette Paddle Club!

Platform Tennis Summer Symposium held at Wilmette Paddle Club

The morning started off with 3 hours of education in the morning followed by a coach developer workshop in the afternoon. Thank you to Eric Moran and Jason Stanislaw for the use of their facility. Thanks to all those who attended and congratulations to our 4 pros who took the next step in their careers by getting Platform Tennis certified!

Thanks to Wilmette Paddle Club for hosting and supporting our racquet sports professionals!

04/20/2026

For more than 41 years, Cathy Thomas has been a dedicated leader, educator, and advocate for racquet sports. In our latest Voices of RSPA feature, Cathy reflects on the value of certification, the power of community, and how lifelong relationships through RSPA have shaped her career.
From mentoring young players to inspiring fellow professionals, Cathy’s story is a reminder that involvement, education, and connection truly make a difference.

👉 Read her full story and be inspired. https://bit.ly/42a26Tj

04/18/2026

Executive Director Greg Aten, President Cathy Thomas and Vice President Andrew C**n spending time at ExComm in Lake Nona! They’re excited to bring back their knowledge to the division!

04/14/2026

Some of our Midwest Board Members with CEO Brian Dillman at the Directors Club of America Retreat in Boca Raton, FL!

04/13/2026

A star in both the Midwest and Racquets Industry! Keep up the great work Brock Orlowski!

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and RSPA is proud to highlight the incredible professionals who support our partner program, Love Serving Autism.

All month long, we’ll be sharing their stories and the incredible impact they’re making through racquet sports.

Next up is Coach Brock Orlowski

Brock Orlowski is originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan and is a graduate of Kuyper College. He also holds an MBA from Indiana Tech, and a graduate certificate from the University of Florida's Director of Racquet Sports (CDORS) program. Brock has completed the CRSE program with McMahon careers and is certified with the RSPA as an elite tennis professional, elite platform tennis professional, pickleball professional and padel professional.

Brock holds levels 1-3 certifications with Love Serving Autism, a certification with the USTA for wheelchair and adaptive tennis, additional professional pickleball certifications with PPR and RacketPro, and a padel certification from Padel MBA. Brock was the 2025 RSPA Top Education Earner and the 2023 USPTA Indiana Professional of the Year. Brock serves on the RSPA Midwest board and is a mentor in the RSPA mentorship program.

Brock and his wife, Abby, have five children, two of which are adopted and have special needs. The special needs community has always been near and dear to the hearts of the Orlowski Family.

“I am grateful to be a part of the RSPA because it allows me to have access to some of the best people in our industry. I can connect with other like-minded pros for ideas, to collaborate, and to grow in my career. I am thrilled to see the RSPA continuing to partner with organizations and training its members to work with people with special needs. As the father of two kids with special needs myself, I think it is imperative that we continue to break down barriers and provide opportunities so that any person with special needs can participate in racquet sports. I want my own children to have such opportunities, so I will continue to do all that I can to be a part of this positive movement.”

RSPA is lucky to have you Brock!