Pickleball for all

“dfox’s pickleball games and coaching have helped me heal some childhood tennis camp trauma. Thank you for a healing and inclusive sports space.”

Hi! I’m dfox. I instantly fell in love with pickleball when I was introduced to it in 2021. As a lifelong athlete and group sports enthusiast, pickleball play and competitive tournaments quickly became the center of my (mid)life. I founded an inclusive community for queer and trans folks to play pickleball in Washington, DC, became a certified Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) coach, and have documented this journey along the way on the queer pickleball IG.

What People Say

“Thank you for insisting I get into pickleball. What a joy and mental health support it has been for me this past year. Also you’re really good at pickleball too!”

— Former Coaching Client

Work With Me

Pickleball Coaching

My coaching style is warm, inviting and supportive. I create a safe space to make mistakes and to learn a new sport and improve your skills. I offer group and individual coaching on a hourly basis in Washington, DC, with a focus on beginner and intermediate players.

I’m also available to consult on pickleball events, starting your own league, tournaments and increasing pickleball funding.

Get in touch to learn more.

DC Queer Pickleball

A pick-up league in Washington, DC, sponsored by the Department of Parks and Rec and founded by me, where 40+ queer and trans folks come together weekly to play in an supportive and affirming environment. Learn more here.