Meet Our Coaches
Meet Our
Coaches
Ramiro Cuevas
(Head pro)
Ramiro Cuevas grew up on public courts and came up through tennis the long way - as a junior high player, high school player, league player high school coach, private coach and a lifelong student of the game. He was never interested in just playing tennis. He wanted to understand it: the technique, the tactics, the mindset, and the small details that separate improvement from frustration.
That belief drives the way he coaches. Ramiro has always been a student of the game, continuing to study technique, tactics, movement and mindset while learning from coaches and mentors who understand tennis at a deeper level. He does not stay locked into one method. His coaching continues to evolve because the game evolves, and ever player learns differently.
Today, as Head Pro at the H-E-B Tennis Center, Ramiro brings 34 years of playing experience and 23 years of coaching experience to Harlingen. His focus is on structured coaching, clear player development, and a commitment to helping players of all ages enjoy the game by getting better at it.
Accomplishments:
Experience
34 years playing experience
23 years coaching experience
Highest NTRP Rating: 5.0
2x 4.5 Team State Champion
Certifications
PTR Certified - Level 2
Certified Tennis Professional Tennis Serve Specialist, certified by Mark Kovacs
Coaching Highlights
Former coach at St. Joseph's HS
Former NJTL/public-court program coach
Player Development Highlight
Personal coach of Ethan Silva
Ramiro worked closely with Ethan Silva throughout his junior development, helping guide one of the area's standout players to success at the national and collegiate level.
Ethan Silva Accomplishments:
• Texas A&M collegiate player
• Sponsored by Babolat for 10 years
• Ranked #8 in the nation in 2024
• Highest national singles ranking: #35
• Highest national doubles ranking: #12
Other Notable Players Coached:
• Ryan Silva — highest state ranking: #13 in Texas
• Danny Cuevas — played collegiately at Schreiner University
• Grace Bell — played collegiately at St. Mary’s University
• Sofia de León — played collegiately at UTRGV
• Carolina de León — highest state ranking: Top 20 in Texas
Ramiro Cuevas
(Head Pro)
Leading with Experience, Teaching with Passion
Ramiro Cuevas grew up on public courts and learned tennis the long way — as a junior high player, high school player, league player, high school coach, private coach, and lifelong student of the game.
He has always believed that great coaching is more than feeding balls or running drills. It is about understanding technique, tactics, movement, mindset, and the small details that help players improve.
Today, as Head Pro at the H-E-B Tennis Center, Ramiro brings 34 years of playing experience and 23 years of coaching experience to Harlingen. His coaching is structured, thoughtful, and focused on helping players of all ages build confidence, improve their skills, and enjoy the game.
Accomplishments:
Certifications:
Professional Tennis Registry
CPR
Safeplay
Coaching Highlights
Coached a junior player to:
Little Mo National qualifier
USTA Texas Top 10 ranking for boys’ 14 & under
6A District Champ in Varsity Boys singles as a freshman
Number one on the Prince Hot 100 list (Feb 2019)
Coached Jamaican Davis Cup player
Four Texas High School U-I-L State qualifiers
Colorado High School U-I-L girls’ finalist
Women’s 4.5 55 & over Nationals runner-up
Men’s DII player ranked #5 in singles and #3 in doubles nationally
50 Years of Tennis, Teaching and Community
Roland Ingram's lifelong passion for tennis began as soon as he could walk and hold a racquet, inspired by his father, a Hall of Fame college tennis coach. With over 50 years of experience in the sport, Roland has cultivated a rich and diverse background in tennis, both as a player and a coach. From state-ranked junior competitions to collegiate play, and later as a certified tennis professional and educator, Roland's journey is marked by dedication and a love for the game.
After an extensive career in education, where he served as the head principal at Treasure Hills Elementary, Roland has returned to his tennis roots. He is now focused on enriching the tennis community in Harlingen, Texas, particularly at Pendleton Park on Morgan Boulevard. Roland runs clinics and teaches private lessons at the HEB Tennis Center, continuing to share his expertise and passion for tennis with new generations of players.
Roland Ingram
(Assistant Pro)
Contact: (956) 778-1683
Roland Ingram (Assistant Pro)
Roland Ingram's lifelong passion for tennis began as soon as he could walk and hold a racquet, inspired by his father, a Hall of Fame college tennis coach. With over 50 years of experience in the sport, Roland has cultivated a rich and diverse background in tennis, both as a player and a coach.
From state-ranked junior competitions to collegiate play, and later as a certified tennis professional and educator, Roland's journey is marked by dedication and a love for the game.
After an extensive career in education, where he served as the head principal at Treasure Hills Elementary, Roland has returned to his tennis roots. He is now focused on enriching the tennis community in Harlingen, a place deeply connected to his family's history in the sport.
Roland runs clinics and teaches private lessons at the HEB Tennis Center, continuing
to share his expertise and passion for tennis with new generations of players.
Contact: (956) 778-1683
Accomplishments:
State-Ranked Junior Competitive Tennis Player
Counselor/Head Coach at Texas A&M Tennis Camp (10 yrs)
USPTA Certified Tennis Professional
Head Tennis Coach at Nikki Rowe High School
Tennis Coach at Harlingen South High School
Principal at Treasure Hills Elementary (10 years)
Professional Tennis Registry Certified Coach
USTA Tournament Competitor and Private Tennis Instructor
Jacob Worrell
(Assistant Pro)
Contact (254) 931- 6477
Loyalty, Leadership and Competitive Experience
With over 15 years of coaching experience, Jacob Worrell brings a wealth of expertise and a deep passion for tennis to the court. Starting as a standout high school varsity player and team captain, Jacob went on to play NJCAA tennis for Temple College, where he later served as an assistant coach.
Jacob has been a cornerstone of the H-E-B Tennis Center, demonstrating his loyalty and dedication by serving as an assistant pro from 2010 to 2021 and returning in 2023. His commitment to the center and its players is unwavering. In addition to his coaching roles, Jacob is a certified USTA tournament official, referee, roving official, and site director, ensuring the highest standards of competitive play at the H-E-B Tennis Center in Harlingen, Texas.
Accomplishments:
Certifications:
Professional Tennis Registry
CPR
Safeplay
Coaching Highlights
Coached a junior player to:
Little Mo National qualifier
USTA Texas Top 10 ranking for boys’ 14 & under
6A District Champ in Varsity Boys singles as a freshman
Number one on the Prince Hot 100 list (Feb 2019)
Coached Jamaican Davis Cup player
Four Texas High School U-I-L State qualifiers
Colorado High School U-I-L girls’ finalist
Women’s 4.5 55 & over Nationals runner-up
Men’s DII player ranked #5 in singles and #3 in doubles nationally
Ramiro Cuevas
(Head Pro)
Leading with Experience, Teaching with Passion
Ramiro Cuevas grew up on public courts and learned tennis the long way — as a junior high player, high school player, league player, high school coach, private coach, and lifelong student of the game.
He has always believed that great coaching is more than feeding balls or running drills. It is about understanding technique, tactics, movement, mindset, and the small details that help players improve.
Today, as Head Pro at the H-E-B Tennis Center, Ramiro brings 34 years of playing experience and 23 years of coaching experience to Harlingen. His coaching is structured, thoughtful, and focused on helping players of all ages build confidence, improve their skills, and enjoy the game.
Accomplishments:
Certifications:
Professional Tennis Registry
CPR
Safeplay
Coaching Highlights
Coached a junior player to:
Little Mo National qualifier
USTA Texas Top 10 ranking for boys’ 14 & under
6A District Champ in Varsity Boys singles as a freshman
Number one on the Prince Hot 100 list (Feb 2019)
Coached Jamaican Davis Cup player
Four Texas High School U-I-L State qualifiers
Colorado High School U-I-L girls’ finalist
Women’s 4.5 55 & over Nationals runner-up
Men’s DII player ranked #5 in singles and #3 in doubles nationally
50 Years of Tennis, Teaching and Community
Roland Ingram's lifelong passion for tennis began as soon as he could walk and hold a racquet, inspired by his father, a Hall of Fame college tennis coach. With over 50 years of experience in the sport, Roland has cultivated a rich and diverse background in tennis, both as a player and a coach. From state-ranked junior competitions to collegiate play, and later as a certified tennis professional and educator, Roland's journey is marked by dedication and a love for the game.
After an extensive career in education, where he served as the head principal at Treasure Hills Elementary, Roland has returned to his tennis roots. He is now focused on enriching the tennis community in Harlingen, Texas, particularly at Pendleton Park on Morgan Boulevard. Roland runs clinics and teaches private lessons at the HEB Tennis Center, continuing to share his expertise and passion for tennis with new generations of players.
Roland Ingram
(Assistant Pro)
Contact: (956) 778-1683
Jacob Worrell (Assistant Pro)
With over 15 years of coaching experience, Jacob Worrell brings a wealth of expertise and a deep passion for tennis to the court. Starting as a standout high school varsity player and team captain, Jacob went on to play NJCAA tennis for Temple College, where he later served as an assistant coach.
Jacob has been a cornerstone of the H-E-B Tennis Center, demonstrating his loyalty and dedication by serving as an assistant pro from 2010 to 2021 and returning in 2023. His commitment to the center and its players is unwavering. In addition to his coaching role, Jacob is a certified USTA tournament official, referee, roving official, and site director, ensuring the highest standards of competitive play at the H-E-B Tennis Center in Harlingen, Texas.
Contact: (254) 931-6477
Accomplishments:
PTR Certified
Safe Play + CPR
Certifications
• Professional Tennis Registry
• CPR
• Safe Play
Coaching Highlights
Coached a junior player to:
• Little Mo National qualifier
• USTA Texas Top 10 ranking for Boys’ 14 & Under
• 6A District Champion in Varsity Boys’ Singles as a freshman
• Number one on the Prince Hot 100 list — February 2019
• Coached Jamaican Davis Cup player
• Four Texas High School UIL State qualifiers
• Colorado High School UIL girls’ finalist
• Women’s 4.5 55 & Over Nationals runner-up
• Men’s DII player ranked #5 nationally in singles and #3 nationally in doubles
Jacob Worrell
(Assistant Pro)
Contact (254) 931- 6477
Loyalty, Leadership and Competitive Experience
With over 15 years of coaching experience, Jacob Worrell brings a wealth of expertise and a deep passion for tennis to the court. Starting as a standout high school varsity player and team captain, Jacob went on to play NJCAA tennis for Temple College, where he later served as an assistant coach.
Jacob has been a cornerstone of the H-E-B Tennis Center, demonstrating his loyalty and dedication by serving as an assistant pro from 2010 to 2021 and returning in 2023. His commitment to the center and its players is unwavering. In addition to his coaching roles, Jacob is a certified USTA tournament official, referee, roving official, and site director, ensuring the highest standards of competitive play at the H-E-B Tennis Center in Harlingen, Texas.
Accomplishments:
Certifications:
Professional Tennis Registry
CPR
Safeplay
Coaching Highlights
Coached a junior player to:
Little Mo National qualifier
USTA Texas Top 10 ranking for boys’ 14 & under
6A District Champ in Varsity Boys singles as a freshman
Number one on the Prince Hot 100 list (Feb 2019)
Coached Jamaican Davis Cup player
Four Texas High School U-I-L State qualifiers
Colorado High School U-I-L girls’ finalist
Women’s 4.5 55 & over Nationals runner-up
Men’s DII player ranked #5 in singles and #3 in doubles nationally
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