Cliff Drysdale Tennis and Peter Burwash International Announce Partnership with RSPA

Orlando, Florida (March 11, 2026) — The Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA), the world’s oldest and largest association of racquet sports teaching professionals, has signed a formal partnership agreement with Cliff Drysdale Tennis (CDT) and Peter Burwash International (PBI) to collaborate and share content across educational platforms designed to enhance the education of racquet sports professionals and coaches worldwide.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to growing the racquet sports industry through collaboration and meaningful engagement. CDT/PBI and RSPA will share industry knowledge, expand professional development opportunities, and support each other’s key initiatives—including the growth of Padel in the United States and joint educational programs and conferences. By aligning their expertise and resources, the organizations aim to elevate racquet sports programming and operations worldwide. In addition, RSPA members will gain access to CDT/PBI’s network of travel opportunities and exclusive travel benefits.

“Partnering with RSPA represents a major advancement not only for CDT and PBI, but for the racquets industry as a whole,” said CDT/PBI President and CEO Scott McCulloch. “This mutual collaboration will provide coaches and professionals with insights from industry leaders, ultimately elevating the racquet sports experience for players, facilities, and communities alike.”

“At the RSPA, everything we do is about supporting the professionals who grow this sport every day,” said RSPA CEO Brian Dillman. “Partnering with CDT and PBI allows us to bring even more high‑quality education, resources, and opportunities to our members. This collaboration strengthens the entire racquet sports community and ensures coaches have the tools they need to thrive.”

The partnership will also feature RSPA-developed content within Racquet Works, CDT/PBI’s comprehensive educational platform created to support racquet sports coaches and facilities worldwide.

For more information about RSPA, visit: https://rspa.net/

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About the Racquet Sports Professionals Association

The Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA), formerly the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), is the leading trade organization for racquet sports professionals. Since 1927, the RSPA has grown to support the diverse needs of the racquet sports industry, including tennis, pickleball, padel, squash and platform tennis. With more than 14,000 members worldwide and 17 divisions across the country, the RSPA offers career advancement support, certification and development opportunities, from coaching to club management, executive development to sales and marketing and beyond. Our mission is to champion the passion of racquet sports by developing professionals who lead with integrity, innovate in coaching and inspire a diverse and inclusive racquet sports community. Learn more at RSPA.net.

About Cliff Drysdale Tennis

Founded in 2001 by International Tennis Hall of Fame member Cliff Drysdale and partner Don Henderson, specializes in daily tennis and fitness operations and management for resorts, hotels and private clubs; sports design and construction consultation for companies interested in building world-class facilities; educational programs, summer camps, clinics and retreats; and resort, hotel corporate outing planning and leisure operations. Cliff Drysdale Management’s property portfolio currently boasts 34 tennis facilities nationwide, including multiple Gold, Silver and Bronze Medal ranked tennis resorts on Tennis Resorts Online’s Top 100 list. In July 2018, Troon®, the leader in club management, development, and marketing acquired Cliff Drysdale Management. The acquisition brings together two influential sports management companies that have been excelling at locations around the world for more than two decades. To learn more about CDT, visit: www.cliffdrysdale.com

About Peter Burwash International

Founded in 1975, Peter Burwash International is a premier tennis management company specializing in tennis instruction, program development, marketing, operations and daily tennis activities for five-star resorts, hotels and tennis clubs worldwide. Troon acquired Peter Burwash International in December, 2021. The acquisition made Troon the worldwide leader in racquet sports management. PBI Founder and Chairman, Peter Burwash, a former Canadian champion, has been an icon in the tennis industry for over 45 years as a world-renowned coach, widely sought after motivational speaker, tennis TV commentator and author of eight books. Recognized for its innovative Tennis For Life® instruction and exceptional customer service, PBI directs tennis programs for 25 exclusive properties in North America, Hawaii, Caribbean, Asia, the Middle East and Europe. To learn more about PBI, visit: www.pbitennis.com