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The COOLEST and ONLY Public Indoor Facility in Naples!
Meet the Team
Robert and Jeff bring a unique combination of competitive experience, coaching expertise, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed. Together, they work with players of all ages and skill levels, providing personalized instruction designed to improve technique, strategy, confidence, and overall performance. Their goal is simple: help every player become more skilled, more confident, and have more fun on the court.
Pickleball Certified Coach
Robert Doyle
Pickleball has provided opportunities, friendships, and experiences that have shaped Robert's life, and he is passionate about helping others experience the same growth through the game.
As a PCI Certified Coach and one of the top wheelchair pickleball players in the United States, Robert competes in tournaments across the country and brings elite-level experience to every lesson. His competitive accomplishments include gold medals at the US Open, PPA World Championships, and Pickleball World Cup, along with numerous other medal-winning performances at major national and international events.
Beyond competing, Robert has coached more than 1,000 hours of lessons to players ranging from 4 to 94 years old. He works with both able-bodied and wheelchair athletes, helping everyone from first-time players to tournament competitors reach their goals and enjoy the game more. He strives to create a positive, inclusive environment where players of all ages, abilities, and skill levels can learn, improve, and have fun.
Robert's coaching philosophy goes beyond technique and strategy. While lessons focus on improving strokes, shot selection, court positioning, and overall game development, he believes confidence and mindset are just as important as any physical skill. Beyond improving pickleball abilities, Robert is passionate about helping players build confidence both on and off the court. Some of the most rewarding moments in coaching come from seeing students believe in themselves, overcome challenges, and achieve things they once thought were out of reach.
Whether a player is learning the fundamentals, striving to compete at a higher level, or simply looking to gain more confidence on the court, Robert is committed to helping each student become the best player they can be while enjoying the process along the way.
Robert looks forward to being part of your pickleball journey!
Pickleball Certified Coach
Jeff Yamada
Coach Jeff Yamada brings a rare combination of elite athletic pedigree and genuine passion for coaching to the courts of Naples Pong. A former professional table tennis player, Jeff proudly represented the Brazilian National Team, claiming national titles in both singles and doubles as well as Latin American Junior Championships — a testament to the discipline, technical mastery, and competitive fire that defines his approach to racket sports.
Throughout his table tennis career, Jeff also distinguished himself as a coach, guiding players across all skill levels — from complete beginners discovering the sport for the first time to athletes competing at the USA National Team level. He currently coaches Jenson Van Emburgh, Paralympian medalist — a reflection of the trust elite athletes place in his expertise and coaching methodology.
Drawing on decades of elite playing and coaching experience, Jeff made a swift and impressive transition to pickleball, quickly reaching the 5.0+ level — a reflection of his deep understanding of sport mechanics, footwork, and strategy. He is a certified Pickleball Coaching International (PCI) Coach, bringing structured, professional methodology to every lesson and clinic.
On the competitive side, Jeff has made an immediate impact. He claimed Gold at the 2025 NPC Championship in Singles 4.0 and earned Bronze in Men's Doubles 5.0, and most recently competed at the prestigious 2026 US Open in the Open Division Mixed Doubles (Ages 30–34), recording two victories against top-level competition.
Off the competitive court, Jeff is a fixture in the Naples pickleball community — regularly playing with 5.0+ groups across multiple communities and embodying the spirit of growth, connection, and sportsmanship that makes the sport so special.
Coach Jeff's coaching philosophy is simple: everyone deserves to become their best version. Whether you're picking up a paddle for the first time or looking to break through to the next level, Jeff combines elite technical expertise with an infectious enthusiasm and motivational energy that makes every session both challenging and fun.
Ready to elevate your game? Coach Jeff is ready for you. 🏓