HEAD Rackets Professional - The Westerfield Club (formerly Northriver Yacht Club) - Tuscaloosa, Alabama
(2022-01)
- Develop and lead tennis and pickleball clinics, special events, leagues, and member programing designed to increase participation and engagement.
- Oversee racquets professionals and support staff training, scheduling, and performance development.
- Deliver private and group instruction for beginners through advanced players while maintaining high client retention.
- Launched the club's pickleball instructional program, introducing 100+ beginners to the sport and developing players from beginner through intermediate and advanced levels.
- Created and managed a multi-site UTR junior league and tournament pathway for middle school and high school players, reaching 90+ participants in consecutive years.
- Organized one of Tuscaloosa's largest adult tournaments, overseeing tournament operations, player experience, hospitality, and event-week programing.
- Maintain outdoor clay courts to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality playing conditions for members and guests.
- Oversee daily pro-shop operations, including coordinating pro-shop staff and daily preparations to support efficient front-desk and retail operations
- Collaborate with club departments to develop cross-functional programs and events that enhance member engagement.
Assistant Coach - Tuscaloosa Academy - Tuscaloosa, Alabama
(2022-01)
- Helped lead the boys tennis team to the 2025 AHSAA Class 1A-3A State Championship.
- Develop individual and group training programs for 30+ high school student-athletes, focusing on player development and competitive preparation.
- Works to promote a competitive, safe, positive and student-centered practice environment.
- Works in accordance with the goals and criteria of the school and their athletic policies
- Helps to implement powerful instruction and training programs to prepare student-athletes for competition and reducing dropout rate
Mental Training Coach - KDPY Tennis Academy - Remote, Sri Lanka
- Conducts mental training sessions to students, including the current national number 1 in multiple age groups, to enhance focus, concentration, and mental toughness.
- Develops and implements customized mental training programs to improve academic and athletic performance.
- Utilize techniques such as visualization, mindfulness, and positive self-talk to promote mental well-being and resilience.
- Collaborate with academy staff to integrate mental training into existing curricula and programs.
- Monitors progress and provide feedback to students, parents, and coaches.
- Design and deliver workshops on mental skills such as goal setting, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.
- Works one-on-one with students to address specific mental challenges and develop personalized strategies for success.
Graduate Assistant - Alabama A&M University - Normal, AL
(2020-01 - 2022-01)
- Assist head coach in development of a program that challenges student-athletes to improve and succeed individually and as a team.
- Oversees student-athlete athletic performance training and physical health in coordination with assigned strength coach and athletic trainers.
- Assist in creating/enhancing overall team culture and strategic plan.
- Participates in public relations activities and assists with planning and coordinating promotional and fund-raising activities.
- Ensure that appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained.
Assistant Coach - Dublin Park - Huntsville, AL
(2016-01 - 2021-01)
- Served as hitting partner for Nicholas Heng, Gold Ball winner of USTA U14 and U18 Clay Court National Championships.
- Coached Nikitha Chivukula, a top 5 ranked junior player in Alabama in U12 and U14 divisions, providing guidance and training to support her development and success in tennis.
- Guided outstanding players and students toward best tennis scholarship prospects.
- Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for competitive events.
- Adjust coaching techniques based on strengths and weaknesses.
- Create great relationships with parents and children / time flexibility of sessions.
- Create new games and activities that would keep the kids and adults excited for every lesson.
