Ryan Rader

Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club (OBBT) is pleased to have Ryan Rader as head tennis professional.

Rader comes to OBBT with a wide range of instructional expertise in tennis, platform tennis and pickleball.

A former D1 tennis player at Northern Illinois University, Rader was twice named an All-MCC by the Midwestern Collegiate Conference during his collegiate playing career. During his time there he was also ranked top 15 in the country in doubles and posted wins over top 50 players. Ryan is a former director of adult tennis at Score Tennis & Fitness, Director of Racquet Sports at Lagrange Field Club as well as Platform Tennis Director at the South Barrington Park District. Rader has been formerly certified by the USPTA and the APA. Recently Ryan has been providing instruction at area clubs including Hinsdale Golf Club and Lagrange Country Club.

Art Segura, director of the Oak Brook Sports Core, shared that “we are delighted to have Ryan on the court at our club. He brings a passion for the game and professionalism to this role. His deep knowledge of tennis, platform tennis and pickleball will help our members as they tackle their own games. I know our members will be excited to get to know Ryan as well as learn from one of the best instructors in the Chicagoland area.”

Rader brings more than 25 years of experience to Oak Brook Bath & Tennis. He is skilled with individuals as well as tennis teams and has taught students of all ages and all abilities. Rader shares that “I am excited to be a part of the team at OBBT. The club has a great heritage and many passionate players who love the game. I look forward to showing my own enthusiasm for racquet sports and helping others improve their games and having fun while doing it at Oak Brook Bath & Tennis.”