Staff

Rome Tennis Center: 706.236.4490

COLT GASTON
General Manager

Colt is from Rome, Georgia.  He played tennis at Rome High School before playing collegiately at Louisiana State University where he was an All-American and SEC-Indoor Doubles Champion for the Tigers.  After graduating from LSU, Colt went on to play professionally where we ranked among the top 500 ATP.   Colt has been working with juniors for over 15 years and has an expertise in player development.  He has worked with 2 top 100 players ATP/WTA and helped over 30 kids obtain college scholarships.  Colt is joining us from the University of Missouri where he was the Head Women’s Tennis Coach for the past 4 years and also helped the Tigers obtain their highest ranking in program history.  Colt also helped oversee the Mizzou Tennis Complex that has over 400 members.

EMILY ALVARADO
Pro Shop Manager

A Rome native, Emily Alvarado serves as Pro Shop Manager at Rome Tennis Center. She brings a strong background in hospitality operations, reservations management, and team leadership, with experience supporting high-level guest services and coordinating daily operational flow. Her professionalism, organizational skills, and ability to communicate effectively contribute to a structured and welcoming front desk environment.

Outside of work, Emily is a full-time aunt who loves spending time with her family and friends. She values close relationships, personal growth, and making meaningful memories with the people closest to her.

TEG LOZANO
Director of Racquets 

Lozano, originally from Pecos, Texas, brings extensive experience in tennis as a player, coach, and program manager. He played collegiate tennis at Schreiner University and most recently served as Adult Director at the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch in New Braunfels, Texas. He also has experience developing and overseeing pickleball programming at clubs throughout Texas and California, bringing a well-rounded background in both racquet sports. 

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