Lonny Levine
Founder/CEO
Lonny has nearly two decades of sports programming and facility management experience.
He founded Fastbreak Sports which became the largest privately held youth sports company in New York City. Lonny built his business from the ground up and it supported 3,000 athletes annually. Fastbreak’s success combined top notch programming and events as well as affiliations with sports entities including the NY Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, IMG Academy and the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)
After selling Fastbreak Sports in 2020, Lonny embarked on his latest endeavor, The Bergen County Pickleball Club. Through his experience and expertise, Lonny is focused on delivering the highest-quality pickleball event and membership experience to the Bergen County community.
Lonny’s deepest devotion will forever lie with his two children, Lauren and J.D., as well as his two grandchildren, Quincy and Sasha. He considers himself incredibly blessed to have such a loving and supportive family, and treasures the special bond he shares with each of them.
Eric Kutzin
Head of Programming & Partner
Born and raised in Bergen County, Eric was an All-County Tennis Player at Northern Valley Regional High School in Demarest. After being introduced to pickleball in 2019 by his dad, Eric became pickleball obsessed. Eric has medaled in numerous tournaments and won Gold at the 5.0 level of the APP New York City tournament at Flushing Meadows. With over 3 years of teaching experience, Eric has developed a genuine love for coaching and has introduced and taught pickleball to hundreds of people in the Bergen County area.
Kaleigh Campen
Director of Operations
Meet Kaleigh Campen, a Bergen County native and our Director of Operations at Bergen County Pickleball Club. With a background in sports, Kaleigh’s love for athletics began in her formative years. She brings a wealth of experience from her previous managerial roles and is committed to ensuring the smooth operation for all members and guests. Kaleigh’s passion for health and wellness is a driving force behind her leadership, as she strives to create an environment where members can enjoy pickleball while promoting an active and balanced lifestyle.
Justin Deintinis
Assistant Pro
Raised in Pequannock NJ, Justin has always been passionate about sports. Once Justin was introduced to pickleball, the addiction was instant. During his 3+ years playing pickleball, Justin has competed and medaled in tournaments all over the U.S. He recently participated in the “APP Next Generation” Series, a National competition for rising stars under the age of 25. He is entering his 3rd year as a teaching pro and loves working with players of all ages and skill levels. Justin’s teaching style includes a balance of knowledge and fun that makes him a big hit with his clients. Off the court, Justin can be found at the Prudential Center watching his beloved New Jersey Devils.
Ariana Rodriguez
Pro
Ariana is a former top junior tennis player in the country, earning the title of a blue chip recruit at age 15. In 2014, she was chosen to represent Puerto Rico at the prestigious Fed Cup tournament, showcasing her talent on an international stage. Ariana then went on to apply her skills at the University of Louisville, where she competed fiercely in Division 1 tennis for four years. After college, she began coaching, sharing her wealth of knowledge as a tennis instructor. Most recently, Ariana has fully transitioned to playing pickleball, and has been competing since May of 2023. In that time, she has achieved 5.0+ status on DUPR, as well as winning several gold medals at local open/5.0+ tournaments. Most notably she has won: ⁃ Women’s 5.0 at AC Golden Ticket Qualifier ⁃ Gold and Silver in Women’s and Mixed at the Montclair Winter Classic ⁃ The GTA Pro Open in Toronto Canada with partner Christina Chin ⁃ Gold in the Women’s Open at the Mercer Bucks Spring Classic As she continues her career, she is looking forward to sharing her love for the sport and experience she has acquired with the BCPC community.
