Dipesh Rao | Director of Racquet Sports

Dipesh’s journey with tennis began at the tender age of 6, igniting a lifelong passion for the sport. At 12, he earned a coveted spot at the prestigious Britannia Amritraj Tennis Academy (B.A.T) in India, standing out among just eight select players from across the nation. Throughout his junior tennis career, Dipesh consistently ranked within the top 10 in India and clinched the under 16 Nationals title. Venturing into the international arena at 16, Dipesh embarked on a whirlwind journey across Asia, competing in numerous International Tennis Federation (ITF) tournaments. His talents even took him to The Japan Open (Grade 1) in 1999, marking a significant milestone in his career.

 

At 17, Dipesh made the decision to pursue college tennis in the United States, drawing the attention of top Division 1 schools. He ultimately accepted a scholarship to the University of Toledo in Ohio, where he showcased his prowess as a formidable No. 1 singles and doubles player. His exceptional performance earned him the title of two-time MVP and three-time All Mid American Conference player.

 

Following his collegiate tenure, Dipesh continued to make waves in the tennis world, traversing Asia and Africa to compete in the Men’s ITF circuit. In 2004, he relocated to Florida to join the esteemed Chris Evert Tennis Academy, where he honed his coaching skills while working with elite junior players and serving as a hitting partner for visiting professionals.

 

Despite his coaching commitments, Dipesh’s love for the game remains unwavering, as evidenced by his continued participation in competitive play. He proudly holds the title of two-time USTA National Champion at both the 5.0 and 5.5 levels, a testament to his enduring dedication and skill on the court.
Marcus Simon | Racquet Sports Pro
Marcus Simon, is a former collegiate tennis player (junior college and NCCAA D1) and current USTA 5.0/5.5 player who has been in the coaching practice for a decade. He comes from the Coachella Valley in Southern California which is home to the Indian Wells masters tennis tournament as well as several music festivals and other sport and party life related attractions. He  is also a graduate of College of the Desert in Palm Desert California with a Associate’s of Science in Sports Medicine, and a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a Bachelor’s of Science in Strength and Conditioning, as well as a Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology. As a disciplined student of the Academia Marcus’ coaching style is based on the theory of utilizing clinical practice approaches in coaching and using his extensive knowledge of his Exercise Physiology background in developing students of all ages in different domains of athletics such as strength and conditioning, motor skills, cognitive function, and sport based psychology.




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