Meet The Pros
Byron Alp
Head Tennis Professional
Raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, Byron played collegiate tennis at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, OK. Before joining the Tulsa Tennis Club as the head tennis professional in 2000, Byron taught tennis lessons at Southern Hills Country Club for nearly a decade. Today, Byron is the Club Manager and Head Tennis Professional, and is responsible for all operations and maintenance of the club as well as leading drill groups and teaching private lessons to members.
“I have always enjoyed helping tennis players improve their game, but during my time at the Tulsa Tennis Club, I have built many lasting friendships with our members, and that has been my favorite part.”
Chase Gordon
Tennis Professional
Chase is a Tulsa native, and has played tennis for the past 22 years. He graduated from the University of Tulsa, where he played collegiate tennis, and he has been with the Tulsa Tennis Club for nearly four years.
“Tennis is one the best sports that anyone can play because it has everything; strategy, movement, competition, and most of all, it’s fun! When I teach, I enjoy seeing members have fun and improve their tennis skills. It is rewarding when I am on the court with someone who enjoys the game as much as I do.”
Daniel Santos
Tennis Professional
Daniel was born and raised in Peru, and has been playing tennis since the age of five. He played in both Junior Wimbledon and the French Open. He has competed across all surfaces, and in more than 20 countries. Daniel graduated from the University of Tulsa where he played both singles and doubles, and he has been teaching at Tulsa Tennis Club for nearly five years.
“I love tennis because it pushes you to grow in many more aspects of life than just the physical. What I love most about my job is being around people of all ages. From playing on the ground with toddlers to helping teenagers make life decisions, to sharing stories with parents and grandparents, it’s truly a blessing to bring more than just tennis to the court.”
Alec Powers
Tennis Professional
Alec began playing tennis when he was 10 years old, and has continued to develop his skills throughout the course of his life. He graduated from Oklahoma State University, and joined the Tulsa Tennis Club in 2020.
“Tennis is a sport of great tradition, and I love how it challenges the body, but even more so, the mind. Sharing that love with other people has always been something I’ve really enjoyed.”
