Amy is the CEO of Agape Tennis Academy, which currently manages public tennis centers in Fountain Valley, California, Oxnard, California, and Atlanta, Georgia. The organization provides programming to over 15,000 tennis and pickleball players annually. She currently manages a staff of over 125 tennis and pickleball coaches, administrative professionals, and business managers. Agape’s management style, processes, and systemized to approach allows the organization to continue to scale.

Amy is certified by the USTA in Sports Science and High-Performance Player Development. She is certified in Tennis by the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), Pickleball by the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR), and platform tennis by the Professional Platform Tennis Registry (PPTR).

Amy is a coach, author, change expert and serial entrepreneur. Her personal and professional transformation systems show us how to infuse entrepreneurship with purpose, passion, and perseverance to create businesses that are bigger than the bottom line and positively impact communities.

Agape Tennis Academy at DeKalb Tennis Center was awarded Best of Decatur (2019-2023) for the fourth consecutive year in 2023, earning a spot in the Business Hall of Fame. In 2022, Amy and Agape received the City of Fountain Valley’s Kindness Award, an honor that recognizes Agape’s commitment to H.E.A.R.T.. Also in 2022, Agape Tennis Academy was selected as the Best Public Facility by the Professional Pickleball Registry at the company’s annual conference, where Amy was also a featured speaker.

In 2021, Agape and Amy were recognized by the United States Congress, the California Legislature Assembly, and the County of Orange as one of Fountain Valley’s finest leaders, in recognition of her small business’ contributions to the U.S. economy. Most recently in Georgia in 2020 and 2021, Agape Tennis Academy received the Best of Decatur Award. This award is given to local companies in different categories that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

In 2019, Amy was honored as the PTR Georgia Member of the Year and Tennis Media Group named Agape Tennis Academy Organization of the Year. Agape Tennis Academy was selected as the GPTA’s (Georgia Professional Tennis Association) Program of the Year in 2018. In 2017, Amy was voted Tennis Director of the Year and Agape Tennis Academy was named 10 and Under Program of the Year by the GPTA. In 2016, Agape Tennis Academy was voted Community Outreach Program of the Year by the GPTA.

Amy currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia and in San Clemente, California with her two cats Zuki and Paix. She enjoys traveling, reading, business, living life to the fullest, all things outdoors, tennis, pickleball, golf, hiking, biking, surfing, and being in the ocean.

Annie Freeman brings an interesting decades-old mix of tennis experience and hospitality to her role as Chief Operating Officer for Agape Tennis Academy. She started playing tennis at the age of seven and has continued playing ever since. Annie was the captain of her Marist School team that won the National Championship for Tennis.

After studying engineering at Marquette University, for more than 25 years she combined her work as a popular sports bar employee with managing, merchandising and systems for Serious Tennis and Berkeley Hills Country Club. In addition to her challenging work with the expanding Agape Tennis Academy, Annie and her husband also help homeowners clear their houses of clutter and organize estate sales. They now live in Duluth with their daughter, Maddux, and fur baby, Lilly.

Joe is a PTR Certified teaching professional with over 25 years of experience. During his tennis journey, he has had the opportunity to play at a high level as a junior and young adult in various tennis tournaments throughout the country.

As a teaching professional, he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with toddlers, juniors, young adults, adults, and Olympians! He is very proud of the fact that he has been able to help juniors achieve their dreams of earning tennis scholarships. He also takes great joy in seeing his adult teams improve every season and ultimately compete in the City Championships.

He loves working with USTA, ALTA, and junior teams of all levels, bringing all of the personalities of the players on the court together for one purpose, TEAM! He has extensive experience in running cardio tennis, men’s drills, beginner ladies, tournaments, and fun socials as well.

Besides being a tennis professional, Joe is also a chef and traveler. He is an adventurous, energetic, kind, and creative person. The tennis courts are his home and coaching brings him the greatest joy of all!

Ne’ko is from the Bronx, New York City and graduated from Washington College with a degree in psychology.  She played collegiate tennis and was the number 1 singles and doubles all 4 years and was a 3 time All-American/MVP at Washington College.  After college, Ne’ko taught tennis in Atlanta and New York City to adult and junior players of all ages and abilities.

Before joining Agape Tennis Academy, Ne’ko was the Director of Junior Development at Silvia Tennis Academy in Alpharetta, Georgia. She was responsible for leading the team and the instruction for over one hundred youth ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Additionally, she directed and owned Elite Performance Tennis which focused on training competitive junior athletes. Ne’ko is also certified in Mental Toughness.

Ne’ko loves music and sharing Bible truths with people. She and her husband have a  beautiful Boxer/Rottweiler mixed dog named Mason.

Coach Nathan is a former Georgia Bulldog where he was ranked as high as 19 in the country in singles and 15 in doubles. He was an All American his junior year. Coach Nathan reached as high as 502 ATP in singles and 119 in doubles- on the professional tour. He played in the US Open 3 times in the doubles main draw, and he was a Davis Cup practice partner for the 2017 US Davis Cup team in Brisbane, Australia.

He has been to 27 different countries competing around the world and is extremely passionate to take what he learned to help the next generation become more resilient people and better tennis players.

Quincy J. Jones is an innovator whose commitment to excellence allowed him to achieve the status of professional athlete, while leveraging his skill set to travel the world in service of others. As a collegiate player Quincy achieved a ranking of #4 in the NCAA’s Division 1 doubles. While propelling Wright State University to its 1st conference Championship in school history. His passion for fostering leadership on & off the court led to service based Missions in South Africa and Australia. Mentoring leaders throughout various organizations such as NPMI, Heart for Africa and Haula. As Community Partnerships Director for ACC (Louisville, Colorado) Quincy led 20-30 annual community aid initiatives. The largest being Logan’s Christmas Shoppe which provides an entirely free Christmas shopping experience for roughly 700 families — resulting in about 20,000 donated toys per year. He also spearheaded Beats The Streets (Atlanta, GA) “Homeless and Hungry” initiative that served hundreds through job placement and developmental programs. Partnering with North Fulton Community Charities to assist more than 350 homeless households, comprising roughly 265 children and 670 individuals. Quincy’s passion for helping others led to his global partnership with Athletes In Action (AIA) International: traveling to Central Asia and Kazakhstan helping to foster community, aid schools, build playgrounds and assist with community needs under the guise of professional tennis competition.

Coach Emory Harris is a PTR certified graduate from Albany State University. He has over 20 years of tennis teaching experience in the Atlanta and surrounding areas. He has coached several teams to ALTA Finals and, from that, has accumulated two ALTA championship trophies.

His teaching experience includes adult teams, private lessons, beginners, Intermediate and advance adult drills. He specializes in working with children 6 years and older, 10 and under ALTA junior teams, as well as 12 and over ALTA junior teams.

Emory has 10 years of experience working at various tennis centers such as Chastain and Bitsy Grant. He had a helping hand in developing the afterschool tennis program at Sutton Middle School. Also, he has taught at Emory University with their adult continuing education program.

Three words to describe Emory are energetic, skilled, and experienced.

Coach Jefferey is a native Georgia resident from Upson County. He has played tennis for over 50 years. He is USTA and PTR certified for the past 8 years. He is a retired IT Engineer. He attended Foothill Junior College in Los Altos Hills, California. Brad Gilbert was a classmate. He has an Undergraduate Degree from Georgia State University. Fitness for life is the ultimate game that we all relish. He works out in the gym, loves swimming and cycling, and has authored five books.

His approach to coaching and playing tennis is strategizing and constructing points like a chess player. He has mastered dexterity with both hands. He thinks it is important to have as many weapons possible to compliment a powerful and crafty serve.

Great footwork is the essence of a winning tennis game. With Coach Jefferey, your ball striking is developed with strict attention to detail by achieving balance with proper footwork that will allow you to beat the ball to the bounce.

He loves music so his classes feature high energy beats. Tennis should be fun and as Arthur Ashe so elegantly stated “Tennis is Poetry in Motion.” Let him inspire and fire your passion for the game.

Gabriela Cooks is an accomplished USPTA certified coach since 2003. Passionate, dedicated and devoted, she cultivated player development and instilled the love of tennis to generations of players right here at Bitsy Grant since 1998.

Gabriela won the Romanian University National Championship four times while earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering. She competed and coached for 15 years in Romania and began a successful playing and coaching career in Izmir, Turkey for 3 years, as the only women coach in the country and the number one player for a professional club team. Upon her arrival in the U.S. in 1996, she coached at Old Dominion University (Division I) in Norfolk, Virginia as the assistant coach for the women’s team.

For the last 26 years, Gabriela has been teaching at Bitsy Grant, establishing long-term relationships with teams and players of all level and ages. She’s taught generations of young players that started at 5 years old and continued developing until high school and beyond, new players who just started to learn the basics of the game, and former college players who wanted to maintain their form. They all enjoyed her expertise, dedication to achieving the best in each player, passion to excel, work ethic and ability to teach with love, respect, tenacity, and fun.

• 10 time Men’s  National platform tennis champion
• Elected to the Platform Tennis Hall of Fame
• 1 time Mixed National Platform Tennis Champion
• 4 time Mixed National Platform Tennis Finalist
• Eleven times ranked number one in the nation for Platform tennis
• 13 years in a row made it to the finals of the Men’s National Platform Tennis championship
• Awarded College Tennis Scholarship
• Played pro tennis circuit through Europe and India

With years of experience at the highest levels of competitive tennis and platform tennis, Rich offers a unique combination of elite instruction and strategic insights to help you improve your game. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your skills or take your game to the next level, Rich is the coach you need!

For the past 25 years, I’ve been passionate about men’s traveling softball, but over the last five years, pickleball has captured my heart. Initially, I played casually, but in the past year, I’ve taken the sport more seriously—competing in tournaments, placing in the top two in advanced intermediate league play, and honing my skills through numerous lessons.

Off the court, I’m a self-proclaimed goofball who loves to have fun and keep things light. With a strong background in management and training, combined with the knowledge I’ve gained from my own pickleball journey, I’m excited to share my experience and help others improve their game while having a blast on the court.

Coach Phoenix is a passionate and dedicated tennis coach, thrilled to share her love of the game with players of all levels. A lifelong resident of Atlanta, she grew up playing tennis at various local tennis centers, building a deep connection with the sport.

Her tennis journey took a significant leap when she attended IMG Academy for four years, refining her skills and competing at the highest level in junior tennis. Throughout her junior career, Coach Phoenix had the opportunity to compete internationally, representing her talents in South America, Jamaica, and Europe.

Coach Phoenix’s hard work and determination earned her a full-ride scholarship to Tennessee State University, where she competed at the NCAA Division I level. During her time at TSU, she honed her competitive edge, gaining invaluable experience both on and off the court.

Now, Coach Phoenix is excited to bring her wealth of experience and enthusiasm to her coaching, helping players grow, learn, and thrive in the sport she loves. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your game, Coach Phoenix is here to guide and inspire you every step of the way!

Autumn Clemons, has been playing tennis for over 15 years, competing in top Southern and National junior tournaments and leading her high school team to its first-ever state championship at the No. 1 singles spot. She graduated as a top player with a 10 UTR and went on to attend the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). While at UGA, she balanced college life with training and chasing her tennis dreams.

These days, she competes professionally on the ITF Circuit, UTR Pro Tennis Tour, and in events like the Intennse Pro Tennis League. She brings everything she’s learned—from high-level match play to daily training—into every session she coaches. Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time, a junior chasing tournament points, or an adult looking to dominate your ALTA league, she’s here to help you grow your game in a fun, focused, and supportive environment.

Let’s hit!

Shreya Patel is a tennis coach with several years of experience coaching both youth and adult players at the beginner to intermediate levels. Raised in Los Angeles, California, she later moved to New York City to attend Fordham University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with minors in Computer Science and Bioethics.

Before discovering her passion for tennis, Shreya was actively involved in soccer and track, sports that developed her speed, coordination, and love for competition. She began her competitive tennis journey at the age of 15 and was later recruited by several Division II college programs. While at Fordham, Shreya played on the club tennis team and founded the university’s intramural tennis league, which she organized and managed throughout her time there.

Coach Shreya is passionate about creating inclusive, engaging, and development-focused environments tailored to each player’s needs. She has worked with athletes of all abilities, including coaching individuals with disabilities through Special Olympics Southern California and ACEing Autism. Shreya’s background in child development and strong communication skills, allows her to bring structure, energy, and patience to every lesson. Currently based in Atlanta, Shreya brings her passion and experience to Agape, helping players of all ages level up their game and enjoy every moment on the court!

Coach Jonny, originally from Long Island, New York, started playing tennis at 12. He immediately fell in love with the game and would regularly be seen after school at his hometown rec-center hitting against the wall or watching YouTube videos of the pros to learn proper technique. By the time he graduated high school, Coach Jonny was the #1 Singles player and MVP on his team for 3 consecutive years and received a scholarship to train at one of the top private indoor facilities in Suffolk County, NY.

Coach Jonny has worked for Sportime, LLC in various facets of administration and coaching, but he credits the Eddie Floyd Tennis Center in Florence County, SC for giving him his first glimpse into a career in tennis coaching. He served as the Junior Development Tennis Professional and was able to implement training pathways for beginners to become entry level tournament players. He also helped direct a WTA Professional Tennis event, the Florence Open, as well as various Junior USTA events on site.

While Coach Jonny enjoys working with younger players and instilling the love of the game at an early age, he’s coached players of all ages and all levels. He believes that even high-level competitive tennis should be fun and always challenging you to better yourself while you better your game.

Raj Kosaraju is a PPR-certified coach with 8+ years competitive play. He’s won multiple medals in all formats across the nation. He transitioned from college Badminton and Table Tennis to become a top pickleball instructor for all ages, focusing on solid foundations, skill development, and making the sport fun. Coach Raj offers private lessons, clinics, and group sessions with emphasis on Strategy for tournaments or competitive play. He is an expert event organizer with over 100 pickleball tournaments and corporate events under his belt. 

Joshua Bozeman is a native of Chicago, Illinois where he started playing tennis at the young age of 3 years old. He has a lifelong love for tennis, and sports in general as he is a multi-sport athlete. Growing up in different competitive environments and competing in 7 total sports is what caused him to fall in love with the process of constantly improving and developing new skills.

Joshua was a recipient of the Tennis Opportunity Scholarship Program (TOP) both in Chicago and in Atlanta for a combined 6 years. He played junior club team tennis as a kid, participating in weekly matches and playing in various local tournaments. After relocating to the Atlanta, Georgia area he competed on both his middle and high school tennis teams.

While Joshua did not go on to compete in college tennis, he did join the college club tennis team to help keep his skills up. Joshua is also a lifelong experienced musician and was on scholarship at school to play drums in the Million Dollar Band at the University of Alabama. In his free time, he enjoyed teaching some of his peers how to play tennis, which is how he got into coaching.

After graduating, he became employed full time at the university as a recruiter for a couple years while still coaching on the side. During this time he decided it best to follow his passion and relocate back to Atlanta to coach tennis. He has gained valuable experience and knowledge as both a player and a coach while working for multiple tennis centers and a country club before joining the Agape Team. Now as a member of the team, he hopes to fuel players of all ages and levels with the competitive passion for playing tennis and self improvement!

Coach Andrei is originally from Romania and is certified by the USPTA. He started playing tennis in Romania at the age of 7 and was ranked top 10 in the county every  year as a junior player. He was a quarter finalist in the 12 & under, 14 & under and 16 & under national championships and was a national champion with Steaua Bucharest Club Tennis Team in the 14 & under.

As an adult, he was ranked 35 in Romania and was a two-time finalist with Steaua Bucharest Club Tennis Team at the national championships. He began his professional career playing in Future and Challenger events on the ATP tour. After he had to stop competing, he became a full time tennis coach. He was hired to be a hitting partner for top 200 ATP players and top 10 WTA players. He also was an assistant tennis instructor for some of the best tennis coaches in Romania who worked at the highest levels training ATP & WTA players.

Although Coach Andrei is experienced at the professional tennis level, he has over 10 years of experience coaching players of all ages and levels and enjoys working with anyone who wants to learn and get better. He has been coaching in the Atlanta area for the past several years. 

Sergio Santos is a Tennis Professional at Agape Tennis Academy with experience in coaching, clay court maintenance, tennis facility operations, and racquet stringing. He specializes in tennis-specific physical conditioning and movement training, helping players develop athleticism, confidence, and a competitive mindset. A lifelong student of the game, Sergio believes every player is a diamond in the rough with untapped potential. His mission is to help athletes discover the strengths that make them unique, embrace disciplined training, and relentlessly pursue mastery both on and off the court. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, Sergio enjoys hiking mountains—both literally and metaphorically—and believes growth begins the moment you challenge your limits and commit to becoming better every day.

Marina De Diego Quiñones is a Spanish Division I tennis player and coach with experience working at tennis facilities in both Spain and the United States. Combining a strong competitive background with a passion for player development, Marina brings a unique perspective as both an elite athlete and an experienced coach.

Originally from Murcia, Spain, Marina earned a Division I tennis scholarship to Mercer University, where she competed as a four-year NCAA Division I student-athlete. Throughout her collegiate career, Marina established herself as one of Mercer’s top players, competing primarily at No. 1 singles and No. 1 doubles while representing the university against some of the good DI programs in the country.

Marina’s collegiate accomplishments include being named to the Southern Conference All-Freshman Team and earning 2 First-Team All-Southern Conference honors. As a four-year Division I athlete, she developed extensive experience competing in high-pressure environments, demonstrating leadership, discipline, and the commitment required at the highest levels of collegiate tennis.

Beyond competition, Marina has built valuable coaching experience at internationally recognized tennis facilities. She spent two summers coaching at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, where she worked with juniors and adults players from diverse backgrounds, assisted with technical training, and helped players develop their skills in a high-performance tennis environment.

Marina has also spent two summers coaching at Millbrook Golf & Tennis Club in New York, where she has worked with adult players and juniors through private lessons and group clinics. She designs skill-based training sessions, provides technical and tactical feedback, and helps players improve their confidence, consistency, and overall understanding of the game.

With experience as both a Division I athlete and coach, Marina combines competitive knowledge, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping players reach their full potential. Her coaching philosophy focuses on technical improvement, tactical awareness, mental toughness, and creating a positive environment where players can grow.

Marina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in Education from Mercer University. She continues to pursue opportunities in tennis coaching, player development, and leadership within the tennis industry.

NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• NCAA Division I Women’s Tennis Student-Athlete at Mercer University (2022–2026)
• Competed primarily at No. 1 singles and No. 1 doubles
• Southern Conference All-Freshman Team selection
• First-Team All-Southern Conference selection
• UTR Singles Rating: 9.52 | UTR Doubles Rating: 9.25
• Four-year NCAA Division I student-athlete competing in elite collegiate tennis
• Tennis Coach at Rafa Nadal Academy, Spain
• Tennis Coach at Millbrook Golf & Tennis Club, New York
• Experience coaching junior players, adult players, private lessons, and group clinics
• Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in Education from Mercer University
• Fluent in Spanish and English; basic French

Rocky Warner is an Atlanta racquet sports professional whose journey began teaching tennis to his teachers and tots while still in high school. A former collegiate player at Morehouse College, Rocky is RSPA-certified in both tennis and pickleball and has built his career developing players at every level.

Rocky formerly served as Girls Varsity Head Tennis Coach at Greater Atlanta Christian School, leading the program to three consecutive Region Championships and a major win over a top Westminster Varsity Girls squad his last season. His experience also includes several years coaching in GAC’s tennis academy and five years building Atlanta Youth Tennis at Sugar Creek through their Parks & Recreation. During that time, he guided four of his players to collegiate tennis and two junior league teams to city champions. Rocky takes great pride in his work with nationally ranked USTA juniors and PPA juniors as well.

With deep roots in Atlanta’s tennis community, Rocky brings experience, energy, and a passion for continuing to grow the culture of tennis and pickleball throughout Atlanta.

A native of Port Au Prince, Haiti, Jude resided in the Washington D.C area before moving to Atlanta. Graduating from Virginia State University, with a degree in Computer Science, Jude discovered tennis through his daughter, Gabby. Upon her starting to play, Jude became involved with tennis management and has been the site director of facilities such as Burdette Tennis Center, McGhee Tennis Center, Washington Park and Sharon Lester Tennis Center for the past 15 years. While making sure his centers were thriving, Jude also mentored several high school and college students who are now in the tennis industry.

Gina Woods grew up in Fort Wayne, Indiana, playing tennis, volleyball, and basketball. She moved from Indiana to Georgia in 1989. Gina Woods has been working in healthcare for over 34 years. Currently, she is the Director of Operations at a Hematology/Oncology Practice. As the Director of Operations, she is responsible for ensuring that the day-to-day operations run efficiently and effectively.

Outside of the office she loves to spend time with her daughter. Both are very athletic and competitive so her 12-year-old daughter, Isabella, tries to beat her at every sport they play. They also spend time dog sitting, playing volleyball, and social time with their friends. Gina also volunteered at the Boys and Girls clubs teaching tennis and volleyball. While attending Berean Christian Church, she coached the youth in cheerleading, basketball, and T-ball.

Kara is a California transplant who brings her friendly disposition to the front office at various Agape locations. In addition to tennis, she enjoys competing in marathons and hanging out with her cats, Neil and Georgie.

Caroline is originally from Cumming, Georgia and is currently a student at Georgia State University, where she is majoring in Nursing. She grew up playing tennis and has a strong passion for the sport. Caroline is outgoing and energetic and enjoys staying active and meeting new people. She enjoys traveling the world, with favorite destinations including Lake Como and London, and hopes to continue exploring new places and cultures. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and relaxing with her cat, Vincent. 

Bella is a motivated 15-year-old student-athlete who balances academics and athletics at a high level. She competes in high-performance tennis and plays Line 1 singles for her high school team. She also made the varsity volleyball team as a freshman, serving as the libero, and competes on the Elite 1 team with Tsunami Volleyball Club. While taking four honors classes, she demonstrates strong discipline, dedication, and time management skills. Outside of school and sports, she enjoys spending time with her friends.

Zainayyah Pasha is originally from Philadelphia. She’s now a student at Georgia State University and reigniting her childhood love for tennis. With a bubbly and outgoing personality, she brings a bright, friendly energy wherever she goes. She loves painting, baking, crocheting, hanging out with friends, and diving into new creative hobbies. A fun fact about her: she was almost a twin.

Hi! I’m Xia, and I’m a Front Desk Coordinator at Agape Tennis Academy. I love being one of the first faces people see when they walk through the doors, and I do my best to make everyone feel welcomed with a smile. One of the things I value most is creating a warm, positive environment where every guest feels seen and supported.

Outside of the academy, I’m a student at Georgia State University. In my free time, I enjoy volunteering with families and organizations that support women’s health because giving back to my community is something that’s very important to me. I also love to travel and experience new places, cultures, and food whenever I get the chance.

I’m excited to be part of the Agape community, and I look forward to meeting you on your next visit!

Steffi is from Milton, GA and played 4 years of tennis for Milton High School. She went on to play for Catawba College, a Division II school outside of Charlotte, NC. She currently holds the record for most singles wins in a career for any woman at Catawba.

After college, Steffi went on to earn her master’s in Strategic Communication from High Point University in High Point, NC. She has spent the last 12 and a half years working in digital marketing for various companies throughout Atlanta.

Steffi loves being involved in the local Atlanta tennis community and helping others get started with the sport. She is also an avid pickleball player and is always looking for new folks to play with!

Coach Steven Hill is a personable tennis instructor with a proven track record of guiding players to success on and off the court. With more than 15 years of tennis experience, he brings a deep understanding of the game, coupled with a passion for nurturing talent and fostering love for the game. His coaching approach is centered on personalized development, tailoring lessons to meet the unique needs and goals of each player. He has a holistic approach focused not only on refining technical skills, but also on instilling mental resilience, strategic thinking, and sportsmanship. His teaching experience includes group and private instruction for adults, juniors ages 10+, beginners, intermediate, high performance competitors (USTA & high school players) and ALTA adult teams. While Coach Steve’s experience as a USTA ranked junior competitor, high school catholic league champion, SIAC 1st Team All Singles/Doubles, WTA top 100 pro hitting partner and an ALTA team champion provides a unique perspective for coaching and developing players at all levels, he has a special gift for developing high performance players. Coach Steve has been coaching in the Atlanta metro area for the past several years and is excited to join the Agape Tennis Family!

Coach Rocco brings a wealth of international coaching experience to the team. Born in Argentina, he speaks four languages—Spanish, Italian, French, and English—and has spent almost a decade working across Argentina, Italy, France, and Germany. Currently based in Atlanta, Georgia, he is dedicated to sharing his extensive expertise with players at various levels.

His coaching career spans a broad range of skill levels and age groups. Coach Rocco has trained beginners as well as top ATP players who have achieved rankings of 400, 500, and 900. He has also successfully guided ITF Juniors players to impressive rankings of 30 and 70. Notably, Coach Rocco has served as a sparring and travel coach at all four Grand Slams, showcasing his extensive experience on the global stage.

In addition to his coaching accomplishments, Coach Rocco has a distinguished playing background. Over the course of a decade, he competed in tournaments worldwide, reaching a UTR of 13.7 and an ATP ranking of 1600. His collegiate career includes a standout performance at Indiana Wesleyan University, where he won 46 matches in a single year and achieved the #1 NAIA Men’s Singles ranking in the nation. Coach Rocco’s playing resume also features a stint in European professional tennis leagues, where he competed alongside elite players such as Fabio Fognini, Stefanos Tsitsipas, David Goffin, and Matteo Berrettini, among others.

With his extensive background in both playing and coaching, Coach Rocco offers a deep understanding of the game and a wealth of experience to players at every level.

Norian started playing tennis at the age of 7 and got his first coaching job at 17, helping out with juniors at Sugar Creek Tennis Center. Norian competed in junior tournaments, team tennis, and even played in the junior WTT Tournament twice, hosted by Billie Jean King. Afterwards, he went on to play D1 tennis at Tennessee State University where he got his degree in Human Performance Sports Sciences with a focus in Kinesiology. During Norian’s time at TSU he would come back home every summer and continue working with kids of all ages and levels in the Atlanta area.

Once Norian graduated, he came back to Atlanta and began coaching kids and adults full time at Peachtree Corners and Sweetwater Tennis Center. He was assistant coach of an HP group at Sweetwater where they won girls 2021 USTA, 18U Team city Championship, Boys 18u Team city 2021 runner up, and Boys 18u Team City runner up 2022. Norian has had multiple adult women’s and mixed teams who have won ALTA/USTA Team tennis and consistent playoff contenders. Norian’s coaching style is high energy and active with a focus in fitness, mechanics, strategy, and mentality. Norian likes to have a lot of fun but also make sure players get the most out of their practice.

Coach Javier brings a wealth of experience and skill to the court. Born in Cordoba, Spain, and raised in Switzerland, Javier began competing at 10 years old and quickly rose to become one of Switzerland’s top-ranked players.

Javier’s tennis journey took him to the United States, where he played Division 1 tennis at Utah State University and the University of Delaware.

His impressive record includes:

• First-Team All- Conference in Doubles and Second-Team All-Conference in Singles at Delaware.
• 44 singles wins and 51 doubles wins at Utah State.
• Team MVP and a career high UTR of 12.6.

Javier has also served as a practice partner for top 100 ATP and WTA players and has been teaching
tennis since 2019.

Coach Omarr Hollins began his tennis journey in Prince George’s County, Maryland, where he was introduced to the game at a young age under the guidance of his father at the Watkins Tennis Bubble. That early foundation sparked a lifelong passion for the sport and a deep understanding of player development from the ground up.

After relocating to Atlanta, Coach Omarr quickly established himself as a top-ranked junior in the USTA rankings. His success on court, combined with his growing knowledge of the game, naturally transitioned him into coaching roles with Agape Tennis and Education’s Summer Camp and the Nike Tennis Camps at Emory University.

 He currently serves in Agape’s High Performance Program under Coach Nathan Pasha, where he is trusted as a designated hitting partner supporting elite junior players. In this role, he helps athletes refine match-play strategies, sharpen competitive awareness, and translate training into tournament performance. His coaching experience spans all stages of development, from QuickStart Red Ball beginners to advanced performance-level players.

Coach Omarr has also played a direct role in athlete progression at the highest levels of junior tennis. He coached a player through the 2024 US Open Excellence Cup presented by American Express, whose development pathway continued internationally at the David Ferrer Tennis Academy in Spain and into multiple ITF junior tournaments—demonstrating his ability to help players transition from national success to global competition.

 In 2025, Coach Omarr was selected for several prestigious professional development opportunities, including Washington D.C. Haber Career Days, the South Atlanta National Excellence Cup Program, and advanced training at the Chris Evert Tennis Academy. Training alongside Grand Slam champions and elite coaches, he refined modern, high-performance coaching methods focused on technical precision, player development, and foundational excellence.

These combined experiences shape Coach Omarr’s approach today—delivering modern, structured, and high-performance coaching designed to develop confident, competitive athletes prepared for the highest levels of the game.