The Hagerstown Hit Squad is built for competitors who refuse to slow down. The team exists to give 35+ athletes a place to play at a high level, push their limits, and stay deeply connected to the game. Pickleball is more than a sport to the Hit Squad. It is a community builder, a wellness driver, and a platform for meaningful connection. The team is committed to representing Hagerstown with pride, intensity, and sportsmanship, while welcoming partnerships with businesses and organizations that want to be part of pickleball’s rapid growth. Above all, the Hit Squad is made up of driven athletes and genuine people who support one another, compete with purpose, and elevate everyone around them on and off the court.

THE 2026 HAGERSTOWN HIT SQUAD:

Hisami Bergeron

Robert Bixler

Sarah Bowman

Katherine Gillis

Vince Ha

Yuki Kim

Tim Law

Justin Lui

Arjun Mahajan

Sara Maher

Waymon Peet

James (Jimbo) Peterson

Rachel Rhoney

Heidi Sung

Jason was raised in MD and has focused his career on improving the lives and communities of residents of the state, opening and operating multiple opioid treatment programs across the state.  When not working or spending time on the courts, Jason can be found enjoying time with his beautiful wife and 4 children. Brian is a retired US Air Force veteran with 24 years of service and has been married for 27 years to his wife, Andrea. Together, they are proud parents of five and grandparents to four. Following the military, Brian led initiatives with the YMCA and The Salvation Army. John serves as Director of Pickleball at Dill Dinkers Hagerstown, bringing competitive playing experience, coaching expertise, and brand leadership to the program. A certified coach, he leads player development, high-performance training, and competitive strategy while creating pathways for athletes to grow at every level. John is also the Founder and Host of The Pickle Box podcast, promoting mental wellness and pickleball culture through storytelling and education. Elly serves as an owner of Dill Dinkers Hagerstown, bringing an entrepreneurial drive, operational leadership, and community-focused vision to the sport. A former collegiate All-American athlete with a background in systems engineering and data analytics, Elly blends strategic planning, business development, and performance-minded thinking to build strong organizations both on and off the court.