Thorncliffe Park Tennis Club

Meet The Team

"TPTC Coaching Team"

Matthew Baccarani

Tennis Director

Matt will be returning for his 10th season at Thorncliffe Park Tennis Club, bringing with him a unique blend of playing and coaching experience at the highest levels of the sport. His tennis journey includes playing Division 1 college tennis, where he achieved National rankings of #60 in singles and #4 in doubles. Before college, he was a National Champion in U18 Doubles and earned ATP points in both singles and doubles, showcasing his competitive edge on the professional circuit.

His coaching career has been equally rewarding. He had the privilege of working with Genie Bouchard during a pivotal time in her career, coaching her to her first-ever professional tournament title and contributing to her Junior Wimbledon Doubles victory. His time coaching on the professional tour enriched his perspective, allowing him to blend elite-level coaching strategies with a strong foundation of competitive playing experience.

This unique combination of playing and coaching at an All-American college level and on the professional tour allows him to bring valuable insights and expertise to every session. Matt looks forward to continuing to share his passion for tennis and help players achieve their goals.

Peter Marrack

Head Tennis Professional

TPTC is pleased to welcome back Peter Marrack to the position of Head Tennis Professional. Peter joined the club as a Senior Tennis Professional in 2019 and was integral in helping our Tennis Director Matt grow our Adult Programs. He has 10+ years of coaching experience. He was previously a Tennis Pro at York Racquets Club, Rosedale Tennis Club and Moore Park Tennis Club. He is Tennis Canada certified. As a junior, Peter reached a career high ranking of #207 in the world. He went on a NCAA D1 scholarship to University of Wisconsin-Madison where the team finished top 20 in the country. He joined the coaching staff at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai after school.

For more information on adult programs and private tennis lessons, please reach out to him at --- petertennistoronto@gmail.com

Karan Singh

Tennis Professional

We are excited to welcome Karan Singh to our coaching team at Thorncliffe Park Tennis Club.

About Karan

Karan is a Tennis Canada Certified Club Professional-2 (CP2) with extensive coaching and player-development experience in both India and Canada.

A lifelong competitor, Karan represented India at the ITF Seniors Masters World Tennis Championships in Miami (2018 & 2019) and captained Thornhill Park Tennis Club to a championship victory in the OTA Intercounty MAJORs in 2023. Most recently, he was a finalist in the MD50 division at the 2024 ITF MT700 Credit Valley tournament in Mississauga.

"My goal is simple: to make tennis accessible, enjoyable, and rewarding for everyone—from someone picking up a racquet for the first time to players striving to compete at a higher level."

Adult Clinics Update

Karan will be taking over our Monday and Thursday night Adult Clinics for the rest of the season. Be sure to say hello and give him a warm TPTC welcome on the courts!

Private & Group Lessons

In addition to running clinics, Karan is available for private, semi-private, and group instruction.

Lesson Rates (Per Person / Hour):

Format	Rate (per person)
Private (1-on-1)	$90
Semi-Private (2 players)	$45
Group of 3	$35
Group of 4-6	$25

To book a lesson with Karan, please reach out to him directly via email at karasing70@gmail.com .

Please join us in welcoming Karan to the TPTC community!

Ibarra Guevarra

Tennis Professional

Ibarra is a tennis fanatic who enjoys competitive and friendly tennis tournaments.

He loves teaching beginners and intermediate players.

A certified tennis instructor with Tennis Canada, he uses fun games and drills to help players of different ages and levels to stay active and to give them a strong foundation for the game of tennis.

Ibarra is a TPA certified Instructor.

Gary Hong

Tennis Professional

Gary has been involved in tennis for over 30 years, serving on the board of several community tennis clubs and playing for various club teams through the years. He received his certification in 2022 and has been teaching the kids after-school program since 2023. He is also available to teach beginners and intermediates and is keen to share his hard-won knowledge to his fellow club-players.

Gary also provides racquet stringing service for the club.

Janet Han

Tennis Professional

A certified Tennis Canada Instructor, Janet has a true passion for the sport that shines through in her high-energy teaching style. She excels at creating fun, engaging lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student. Her supportive yet motivating approach fosters an inclusive environment conducive to building confidence and developing a love for tennis.

With years of experience competing in tournaments and leagues, Janet has an in-depth understanding of winning strategies for both singles and doubles matches. This strategic expertise, combined with her competitive playing background, is particularly valuable for coaching players looking to take their games to the next level. She can bring key tactical insights while relating first-hand to the challenges of high-level competition.

With her certifications, impressive playing resume, and passion for coaching all ages, Janet is well-suited for private and group lessons for juniors and adults throughout the season.

Please reach out to Janet at j anet.han@gmail.com for private or semi-private tennis lessons.