Nancy grew up in North Canton and graduated from Hoover High School. She earned a BA in Clothing & Textiles from the University of Akron in 1976. She worked for Sears Roebuck & Co. in management for 11 years. Nancy married Dallas and began working at Towpath in 1983. She set up the pro shop and continues with all pro shop management and operations today. Nancy has two children, Natalie & Alex, who she enjoyed traveling to USTA junior tournaments with before they played collegiate tennis. Nancy is a former tennis player, but since injury now enjoys hikes, barre classes, and walking her dog, Maggie.