Best results as a player:
2nd place ATP Beckenham Singles
Background in coaching, including qualifications held:
Have coached since 18 years old (first pupil Edward C-C). Coached at The Parklangley Club for 9 years, and then moved to BTA. Have coached 5 players to county championship standard; I am currently undertaking my LTS Performance Coach Award.
Your Coaching / teaching philosopy:
I try to instill an attitude in my players of enjoyment for hard work. I like to work with the player in getting them involved in taking their own decisions about the development of their game.
Most inspirational quote - tennis or otherwise, from yourself or otherwise:
'It's a funny thing, the more I practise the luckier I get' , Arnold Palmer - Pro Golfer, 1929.
What do you like most about coaching at the BTA:
Working with people who have the same standards and enthusiam as myself.
What is your ambition for the future of the BTA?:
To become one of the leading high performance centres in producing National and International players.
Favourite hobbies:
Snooker, Walking, Cycling, Darts
Interests or things you like outside of tennis:
Music, going to concerts and spending time with friends
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