Brendan Charles, Tennis Professional
Phone: (314) 308-8285
Email: Brendan.charles57@gmail.com
Growing up in St. Louis, MO, Brendan began playing tennis at the age of 7. He continued playing tennis throughout his childhood and was named team captain while playing #3 doubles at Saint Louis University High School. During his summers in St. Louis, he coached and taught lessons at St. Louis Country Club. Following his summers in St. Louis, he continued his tennis career at Marquette University for their club team, while also obtaining a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Coming from Milwaukee, WI to Mobile, Al he wanted to continue his love and passion for the sport by being an instructor at the Mobile Tennis Center!
Sebastien Torres, Tennis Professional
Phone: (787) 949 - 2896
Email: sebastienjtorres@gmail.com
Sebastien Torres, former #1 tennis player from Puerto Rico is now competing at the college level while also coaching all levels and ages. College tennis has not only improved Sebastien's tennis abilities, but has also shown him that he finds passion in teaching the sport as well. Sebastien is looking forward to improving tennis in Mobile, while also helping others find joy into the sport.
Whitsett Herring, Tennis Professional
PTR Certified
Phone: (251) 554 – 3464
Email: whitsettherring@gmail.com
Whitsett has been playing tennis since she was 7 years old. She played at McGill-Toolen during High School and then started to help coach the McGill-Toolen High School Tennis Team once she graduated. She is now PTR Certified and Safe play Certified. She loves teaching all ages and all aspects of tennis with singles being her favorite to teach.
Matthew Brooks, Tennis Professional
PTR Certified
Phone: (251) 289 – 8752
Email: matthew.brooks2222@gmail.com
Matthew grew up in Daphne, Alabama and has played competitive tennis since he was 6 years old. He played at a high enough level through Juniors that he was given the opportunity to play at the University of Mobile. He started Coaching in High School, and since leaving the University Team, he has enjoyed coaching just as much as he ever did play.
Peyton Hickman, Tennis Professional
PTR Certified
Phone: (251) 377 – 4181
Email: onebaby99@gmail.com
Peyton played just about any sport you can name growing up. He played 4 different sports at Baldwin County High School before inevitably deciding to stick to tennis. His favorite pro player growing up was Gael Monfils because of their similar play style and athleticism. Peyton played #1 singles for Baldwin County High School, then played #2 singles for Coastal Alabama College. Peyton loves teaching children and adults of all ages. He is only 24 years old with a long and successful teaching career ahead of him.
Pierre Hall, Tennis Proffessional
PTR Certified
Phone: (251) 395 - 7734
Email: pierrekhaylup@outlook.com
Pierre picked up hist first racquet at the age of 5 and instantly fell in love with the sport. Throughout the years he traveled with his father watching him play in adult tournaments and leagues. Following that, he transitioned to playing competitive junior tennis and tournaments. Pierre played at Baker High School as the Hornets Varsity Seed 1. He has a deep passion for tennis and loves to have any opportunity to spread his knowledge of tennis to anyone at any level.
Johnathon Ames
USPTA Certified
Phone: (251) 463-9170
Email: jdames45@gmail.com
Johnathan is a USPTA certified tennis professional who grew up playing tennis in Mobile, Alabama. He played for St. Paul's Episcopal School from2003 - 2009, and Spring Hill College from 2009 - 2013. While playing juniors, he was ranked top 5 in the state and top 100 nationally. Later, Johnathon continued his tennis career at Atkinson Stern Tennis Center in New Orleans, and served as head tennis professional and center director from 2016 - 2022. As a coach he specializes in stroke development and enjoys coaching all levels and ages. Johnathon is excited to be back and teaching tennis in his hometown of Mobile!
H. Hans H. Laub, Tennis Professional
PTR Certified
Phone: 251-605-3528
Hans has been a full-time teaching pro since 1993 and has taught all over the world, including the North Pole! Hans is PTR and USA Tennis High Performance certified and says that his favorite thing to teach is singles and doubles strategies and tactics. Hans was previously the head women's and men's coach at Spring Hill College and has been the private coach of top nationally ranked players and WTA/ITF top 600-ranked players. In 2003, Hans represented Alabama at the Senior Cup.
Raul Malaver, Tennis Professional
USPTA Certified
Phone: (228) 547 - 9623
Email: raulmalaver@yahoo.com
Elite Program Description:
Elite Program. Instructor permission is required for admission to this clinic. This is a highly advanced tennis clinic for players striving to be top junior players. Most players in this group have proficient skills to maintain aggressive player sustained rallies with hitting partners. Most players are encouraged or are already partaking in USTA junior tournaments.
Elaine Campbell, Tennis Professional
PTR Certified
Phone: 251-604-4941
Email: elainekcampbell@gmail.com
To schedule lessons at Cottage Hill Tennis Center (Medal of Honor Park), please contact Elaine Campbell.
To schedule lessons at Lyon's Park Tennis Center, please contact Lance DeLeston directly at 251-648-2965 or by email at coachlance31@gmail.com