Matt Sizemore
Tennis Professional | Junior Development | Member Engagement | Adult Programming | Competitive Coaching
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About
Experienced tennis professional and former nationally ranked collegiate competitor specializing in junior development, adult instruction, and competitive player coaching. Seeking a coaching role in an academy or a private club environment where extensive teaching experience, player-development expertise, and a member-focused approach can contribute to program excellence.
Experience
Professional Sports Analyst & Independent Contractor at Independent (2009-01 – Present)
Following a successful career in tennis instruction, transitioned to an independent sports analytics business while maintaining an active involvement in player development and coaching. Built and managed an independent analytical consulting business focused on quantitative sports modeling and performance forecasting.
Director of Tennis/ Head Pro at Weston Raquet Club (2002-01 – 2009-12)
- Delivered private and group instruction to junior and adult members
- Led clinics and seasonal programming designed to maximize member participation
- Coached ladies' teams, doubles groups, and competitive junior players
- Partnered with club leadership to build innovative Flex Match Play system in which every member had a rating and were guaranteed a playing partner at their level whenever they wanted to play
Elite Junior Player Developer - High-Performance Coaching at Independent (2020-01 – Present)
Designed and implemented an individualized development program for an advanced junior player. Deliver 2–3 hours of daily technical, tactical, physical, and mental-performance training. Emphasize long-term athletic development, movement efficiency, stroke mechanics, and competitive strategy.
Elite Junior Player Developer - Ben Tso at Independent (2002-01 – 2009-12)
Coached and developed a Top-5 nationally ranked U.S. junior.
- National Boys 12s Championships Semifinalist (Little Rock, 2008)
- National Boys 14s Hard Court Champion (San Antonio, 2010)
- Player went on to Princeton University men's tennis singles & doubles
Education
Bachelor of Arts in History – Claremont Mckenna College
