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LEADERSHIP & COMMITTEES
Meet The Dream Team
At DTA, our team is the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of openness, creativity, and continuous learning, where ideas are valued, personalities are celebrated, and work feels purposeful. Whether we're brainstorming over coffee or fine-tuning the details of a big project, we bring energy, expertise, and a human touch to everything we do. Come meet the people behind the work!
Board Members
Denise Lytle | President
Brandon Myers | Past President
Martha Davis | Secretary
Dan Barta | Treasurer
Jacquie Gabbidon | VP Leagues
Laura Worsham | VP DTEA / NJTL
Dennis Haines | Board Member
Jane Morrill | Board Member
Phillippa Nierling | Board Member
Clint Sumrow | Board Member
Carlos Turic | Parliamentarian
AJ Chabria | Board Member
Current Committees
Adult League Committee
Jacquie Gabbidon | Chair
Anne Gannon
Danise McMahon
Brandon Myers
Jerry Ramirez
Clint Sumrow
Amanda VanDenBerg
Tina Anderson | Adult League Coordinator
Budget and Finance Committee
Dan Barta | Chair
Beth Quint
Dennis Haines
Wendy Blackwell
2025 Award Winners
Shawn Edwards
Recipient of the Pro Volunteer Award, Shawn has gone above and beyond in giving his time, energy, and expertise to support our programs. His commitment to our mission and the players we serve continues to make a meaningful impact across our community
Jacquie Gabbidon
Recipient of the Merle Ellman Award, Jacquie embodies the heart of DTA. Her unwavering passion, leadership, and dedication to serving the underserved tennis community in Dallas have left a lasting impression on everyone she works with.