Hometown
Pell City, Alabama
Club/Facility you currently teach at?
Briarcliff Woods Beach Club, Lindmoor Woods; Bull Shark Sports (Owner)
How did you get involved in teaching tennis?
When I was in high school, my coach asked if I’d like to help her with some after-school kids clinics. I’ve loved it ever since.
Diehard fan of what sports team?
Auburn Tigers & Atlanta Braves
Best part of your game?
Strategy and likely my serve
Dream doubles match would be me and….
Arthur Ashe, Dennis Van der Meer & Billie Jean King. A lot of wisdom to soak in with those 3 individuals.
When I’m not teaching tennis I’m…..
Coaching baseball, but I also enjoy grilling and fly fishing
My favorite tennis memory is…
Watching my 10-year-old son play his first yellow ball full court tournament. Sitting in the stands reflecting in his development from red ball through the ball and court progressions was a pretty cool Dad moment.
My favorite pro player is….
Roger Federer, but this past year I’ve really enjoyed watching Rafael Nadal more than ever.
#1 reason why I enjoy teaching & coaching tennis
I enjoy helping kids become better athletes and use tennis as a vehicle for them to embrace physical activity and have rewarding sports experiences.
What important tennis message do you want to promote?
Tennis is nothing more than playing catch using racquets. The more ways you can play catch, the better athlete and tennis player you will become. And, it’s more of a development pie than a pathway. Having a variety of tennis play experiences helps develop ones overall game and ability to handle a broader range of situations.
