Matt Hanlin
(Impact Activities President)
Matt is a lifelong tennis player and enthusiast. His passion for tennis has remained strong since spending 7 years as a junior player at the prestigious Bollettieri Tennis Academy. He was a regular practice partner to Venus and Serena Williams, Monica Seles, Michael Chang, Tommy Haas and other professionals. Matt achieved All American status at the University of Washington; along with a degree in Marketing and Advertising. As a touring professional, he travelled to more than 40 countries and became a top 400 ATP singles player. As a USPTA Elite credentialed professional, he has coached, supervised and managed programs (youth and adult) in some of the country’s finest private and public venues. Matt is excited to help build a thriving tennis center that the community will be proud of.
Matt is a lifelong tennis player and enthusiast. His passion for tennis has remained strong since spending 7 years as a junior player at the prestigious Bollettieri Tennis Academy. He was a regular practice partner to Venus and Serena Williams, Monica Seles, Michael Chang, Tommy Haas and other professionals. Matt achieved All American status at the University of Washington; along with a degree in Marketing and Advertising. As a touring professional, he travelled to more than 40 countries and became a top 400 ATP singles player. As a USPTA Elite credentialed professional, he has coached, supervised and managed programs (youth and adult) in some of the country’s finest private and public venues. Matt is excited to help build a thriving tennis center that the community will be proud of.
Joel Myers
(Tennis Director)
An Australian from Melbourne, I honed my skills at various tennis facilities and international tennis academies around the world. I spent considerable time training at Melbourne Park, Cash-Hopper tennis academy, IMG Academy and Harry Hopman tennis academy as well as learning the game personally from many of the great players and coaches of our sport.
I competed both nationally and internationally as a junior but had some major injury setbacks throughout my development. In 2007 after 12 months out of the game with a major shoulder injury I accepted scholarship to San Diego’s PLNU collegiate tennis team. I had a successful college career, consistently ranked in the top 10 NAIA and completed my degree in psychology in 2012.
I started full time coaching the same year and became the tennis director of both the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and the Sheraton Hotel & Marina San Diego. I was awarded “Elite professional” status by the United States Professional Tennis Association in 2012 and began coaching at the Coronado Tennis Centre where I spend the majority of my time working with players of all levels today.
An Australian from Melbourne, I honed my skills at various tennis facilities and international tennis academies around the world. I spent considerable time training at Melbourne Park, Cash-Hopper tennis academy, IMG Academy and Harry Hopman tennis academy as well as learning the game personally from many of the great players and coaches of our sport.
I competed both nationally and internationally as a junior but had some major injury setbacks throughout my development. In 2007 after 12 months out of the game with a major shoulder injury I accepted scholarship to San Diego’s PLNU collegiate tennis team. I had a successful college career, consistently ranked in the top 10 NAIA and completed my degree in psychology in 2012.
I started full time coaching the same year and became the tennis director of both the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and the Sheraton Hotel & Marina San Diego. I was awarded “Elite professional” status by the United States Professional Tennis Association in 2012 and began coaching at the Coronado Tennis Centre where I spend the majority of my time working with players of all levels today.
Samantha Nelson
(Administrator)
Moises Orozco
(Director of Retail Services)
Moises Orozco has been the primary onsite operator for the Coronado Tennis Center Pro Shop for over the past 7 years. During this time, Moises has developed an unmatched relationship with the Coronado tennis community. This is a result of his commitment to personal attention to his customers, their preferences and needs, purchasing of equipment, supplies, apparel, maintenance, and stringing services. His recommendations are sought after by local and countywide tennis communities.
Stringing is a paramount function of the pro-shop business. Moises received his training from members of the Yonex International Stringing Team - the official stringers of the Australian Open. His abilities have made him the preferred provider for Coronado Tennis Association members, Coronado High School Boys and Girls tennis teams, tournament players and the community at large.
Moises has developed vendor and professional relationships with many important merchandising groups in the tennis industry. He often attends new product release events to gain knowledge of the latest trends in tennis equipment. This allows Moises to offer the best recommendation possible to his customers. As a member of the Coronado Tennis Association, United States Tennis Association, and involvement in groups like the San Diego District Tennis Association, he is poised to continue dedicating his professional efforts to ensuring that the Coronado tennis community remains vibrant, fun, and rewarding for both Coronado residents and tourists alike.
Moises Orozco has been the primary onsite operator for the Coronado Tennis Center Pro Shop for over the past 7 years. During this time, Moises has developed an unmatched relationship with the Coronado tennis community. This is a result of his commitment to personal attention to his customers, their preferences and needs, purchasing of equipment, supplies, apparel, maintenance, and stringing services. His recommendations are sought after by local and countywide tennis communities.
Stringing is a paramount function of the pro-shop business. Moises received his training from members of the Yonex International Stringing Team - the official stringers of the Australian Open. His abilities have made him the preferred provider for Coronado Tennis Association members, Coronado High School Boys and Girls tennis teams, tournament players and the community at large.
Moises has developed vendor and professional relationships with many important merchandising groups in the tennis industry. He often attends new product release events to gain knowledge of the latest trends in tennis equipment. This allows Moises to offer the best recommendation possible to his customers. As a member of the Coronado Tennis Association, United States Tennis Association, and involvement in groups like the San Diego District Tennis Association, he is poised to continue dedicating his professional efforts to ensuring that the Coronado tennis community remains vibrant, fun, and rewarding for both Coronado residents and tourists alike.
Bryan Conway
(Tennis Professional)
Bryan is a USPTA elite professional with years of experience training all levels of tennis players. He has coached on the Women's professional tennis circuit (WTA). Worked with college all- Americans, along with nationally ranked juniors.
Bryan played on the USTA and European Professional circuit.
He is on the Advisory Staff with Head Sports Inc.
He loves seeing people enjoy the game of Tennis!
Bryan is a USPTA elite professional with years of experience training all levels of tennis players. He has coached on the Women's professional tennis circuit (WTA). Worked with college all- Americans, along with nationally ranked juniors.
Bryan played on the USTA and European Professional circuit.
He is on the Advisory Staff with Head Sports Inc.
He loves seeing people enjoy the game of Tennis!
Angelica Gavaldon
(Tennis Professional)
First started playing at the age of 6. Three years later she played in her first international tournament in Caracas, Venezuela winning the doubles title with Monica Seles and finishing second in singles in the 10 and under.
By Age fourteen she was ranked No. 1 in Southern California and no. 3 nationally in the 16 and under, as well as no. 1 in Mexico where she lived for twelve years before moving to California to further her career growth, She played her first professional tournament at 14 defeating a top 80 player in the world. At 16 she reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open defeating Hana Mandlikova and Gigi Fernandez.
Angelica was nominated most impressive newcomer along with Jennifer Capriati and Magdalena Maleeva. At 16 she was ranked top 40 in the world. She reached a career high of 30 reaching once again the quarterfinals of the Australian Open.
Won WTA tournament Tashkent Ubekistan
Semifinalist WTA tournament Oklahoma
Quarterfinalist WTa tournament Brisbane
3rd round US Open
3rd Round Wimbledon, 1990 and 1994
Career wins over, Jana NOVOTNA #3 in the world
Steffi Graf #1 in the world
Amanda Coetzer #4 in the world
Iva Majoli, Hana Mandlikova, Helena Sukova, Anke Huber.
Played numerous exhibitions against Pete Sampras, Gabriela Sabatini, Arantxa Sanchez Vicario Conchita Martinez. Reached the third round at Wimbledon twice and US OPEN. She also played Roland Garros. Angelica became the best female tennis player of Mexican history and represented Mexico in the Barcelona and Atlanta Olympics. She is currently coaching in Coronado. WON coach of the year 2014 in San Diego California.
Coaches top players in California
Two time federation Cup captain for Mexico .2016 named Mexican women's director to lead female tennis players
First started playing at the age of 6. Three years later she played in her first international tournament in Caracas, Venezuela winning the doubles title with Monica Seles and finishing second in singles in the 10 and under.
By Age fourteen she was ranked No. 1 in Southern California and no. 3 nationally in the 16 and under, as well as no. 1 in Mexico where she lived for twelve years before moving to California to further her career growth, She played her first professional tournament at 14 defeating a top 80 player in the world. At 16 she reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open defeating Hana Mandlikova and Gigi Fernandez.
Angelica was nominated most impressive newcomer along with Jennifer Capriati and Magdalena Maleeva. At 16 she was ranked top 40 in the world. She reached a career high of 30 reaching once again the quarterfinals of the Australian Open.
Won WTA tournament Tashkent Ubekistan
Semifinalist WTA tournament Oklahoma
Quarterfinalist WTa tournament Brisbane
3rd round US Open
3rd Round Wimbledon, 1990 and 1994
Career wins over, Jana NOVOTNA #3 in the world
Steffi Graf #1 in the world
Amanda Coetzer #4 in the world
Iva Majoli, Hana Mandlikova, Helena Sukova, Anke Huber.
Played numerous exhibitions against Pete Sampras, Gabriela Sabatini, Arantxa Sanchez Vicario Conchita Martinez. Reached the third round at Wimbledon twice and US OPEN. She also played Roland Garros. Angelica became the best female tennis player of Mexican history and represented Mexico in the Barcelona and Atlanta Olympics. She is currently coaching in Coronado. WON coach of the year 2014 in San Diego California.
Coaches top players in California
Two time federation Cup captain for Mexico .2016 named Mexican women's director to lead female tennis players
Emmanuel Mensah
(Tennis Professional)
Phil Hopkins
(Tennis Professional)
Tennis pro since 1976. I have a Bachelor’s degree in physical education
and a Master’s degree in biomechanics with my thesis on the tennis
serve. I didn’t just end up teaching tennis. I have coached and taught
teams and classes at the elementary, secondary and college levels. I
have also coached top high school, college and a couple tour players. I
have taught many new players the proper technique of tennis strokes.
I have taught individuals 2 to 98 how to play tennis and hit the ball with
proper mechanics so they can play injury free for a lifetime. If this is
what you would like, give me a call, if you just want to hit balls give one
of the other pros a call. Enjoy your game.
Tennis pro since 1976. I have a Bachelor’s degree in physical education
and a Master’s degree in biomechanics with my thesis on the tennis
serve. I didn’t just end up teaching tennis. I have coached and taught
teams and classes at the elementary, secondary and college levels. I
have also coached top high school, college and a couple tour players. I
have taught many new players the proper technique of tennis strokes.
I have taught individuals 2 to 98 how to play tennis and hit the ball with
proper mechanics so they can play injury free for a lifetime. If this is
what you would like, give me a call, if you just want to hit balls give one
of the other pros a call. Enjoy your game.
Laila Romero
(Tennis Professional)
Laila has been an Elite USPTA Certified Tennis Coach for 10 years, a certified Cardio Tennis instructor, and a USTA
10 and Under Recreational Coach. Laila is also a certified Mental Toughness Specialist by the Human Performance
Institute. She has coached numerous Coronado ladies leagues and junior into USTA sectionals and nationals.
As a tennis player, Laila was ranked as high as 11th in the nation in 2008 (NCAA doubles ranking). She was on
the PAC-10 All Academic Team and was a PAC-10 doubles finalist in 2009. Laila was granted the Arthur Ash Award
for Academic and Athletic Excellence. She also played Federation Cup for Mexico in 2011. Laila earned a bachelor’s
degree in Political Science from Arizona State University.
Laila has been an Elite USPTA Certified Tennis Coach for 10 years, a certified Cardio Tennis instructor, and a USTA
10 and Under Recreational Coach. Laila is also a certified Mental Toughness Specialist by the Human Performance
Institute. She has coached numerous Coronado ladies leagues and junior into USTA sectionals and nationals.
As a tennis player, Laila was ranked as high as 11th in the nation in 2008 (NCAA doubles ranking). She was on
the PAC-10 All Academic Team and was a PAC-10 doubles finalist in 2009. Laila was granted the Arthur Ash Award
for Academic and Athletic Excellence. She also played Federation Cup for Mexico in 2011. Laila earned a bachelor’s
degree in Political Science from Arizona State University.
Anna Moore
(Tennis Professional)
Top -300 player in ITF Junior World Rankings. Top- 100 player in US under 18 and No. 2 tennis prospect in Pennsylvania. Played at Liberty University from 2015-2019. Holds the 4th most wins in doubles and singles in program history at Liberty University. Named Big South Second Team All-Conference singles team for three straight seasons.
Top -300 player in ITF Junior World Rankings. Top- 100 player in US under 18 and No. 2 tennis prospect in Pennsylvania. Played at Liberty University from 2015-2019. Holds the 4th most wins in doubles and singles in program history at Liberty University. Named Big South Second Team All-Conference singles team for three straight seasons.
Sasha Kovacevic
(Tennis Professional)
-Highly ranked Southern California junior. Played for La Jolla High school leading Vikings to 4 western league championships and 2 CIF titles.
-D1 Collegiate team member of Grand Canyon University. At GCU the team won two regular season championships as well as the WAC conference tournament in 2019.
-Currently still competing on the ITF tour targeting ATP points.
-Formerly on the coaching staff at La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club.
-Uspta Professional Certification
-Highly ranked Southern California junior. Played for La Jolla High school leading Vikings to 4 western league championships and 2 CIF titles.
-D1 Collegiate team member of Grand Canyon University. At GCU the team won two regular season championships as well as the WAC conference tournament in 2019.
-Currently still competing on the ITF tour targeting ATP points.
-Formerly on the coaching staff at La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club.
-Uspta Professional Certification
Tammy Carney
(Pickleball Professional)
Tammy is a lifelong tennis player and a former middle school coach. She introduced Pickleball to the
Coronado community in 2012. Tammy coordinated the City of Coronado’s very popular and successful
Pickleball program for 7 years prior to joining Impact Activities. She has coordinated several pickleball
events and has been the recipient of gold, silver and bronze medals.
Tammy’s new Pickleball program will include open play, beginner and intermediate clinics, round robins,
shoots outs and social events. In addition, Tammy will be available for Pickleball lessons.
Tammy is a lifelong tennis player and a former middle school coach. She introduced Pickleball to the
Coronado community in 2012. Tammy coordinated the City of Coronado’s very popular and successful
Pickleball program for 7 years prior to joining Impact Activities. She has coordinated several pickleball
events and has been the recipient of gold, silver and bronze medals.
Tammy’s new Pickleball program will include open play, beginner and intermediate clinics, round robins,
shoots outs and social events. In addition, Tammy will be available for Pickleball lessons.
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Riley Conn
(Pickleball Professional)
For the last 15 years, Riley has taught tennis and pickleball in the Palm Springs area. Returning to the Island (CHS Islander class of 1988), Riley is excited to bring his experience and excitement in pickleball to Coronado. Riley introduced pickleball to Andalusia Country Club, La Quinta CA, and grew it into one of the top private country club programs in the Palm Springs area. After graduating from CHS, Riley went to UC Davis where he played football and earned his degree in Economics. Coming from a very active tennis family Riley earned his stripes playing Southern California junior tennis under the tutelage of Ben Press, Don Hensen and Robin Adair. He took his love of tennis and easily transitioned into a high-level pickleball player. Competing with the top pros today, Marcin Rozpenski, Tyson Mcguffin, Morgan Evans etc, he brings his knowledge of the game to players of all levels.
Some of Riley's tournament results include:
Couer d'Alene Classic 2015 19+ 5.0/4.5 singles Bronze
USA Pickleball Nationals 2015, 2016
Margaritaville USA Pickleball Nationals 2018, 2019
Coachella Valley Grand Prix 2019 Mixed 5.0 Gold
California State Senior Games 2019 Singles 50+ 5.0/4.5 Gold
Palm Desert Senior Games 2019 Doubles 50+ 5.0 Bronze
Book a lesson with Riley and learn the game or take it to a new level. Phone 760-914-2708, Email: pickleballrc@gmail.com
For the last 15 years, Riley has taught tennis and pickleball in the Palm Springs area. Returning to the Island (CHS Islander class of 1988), Riley is excited to bring his experience and excitement in pickleball to Coronado. Riley introduced pickleball to Andalusia Country Club, La Quinta CA, and grew it into one of the top private country club programs in the Palm Springs area. After graduating from CHS, Riley went to UC Davis where he played football and earned his degree in Economics. Coming from a very active tennis family Riley earned his stripes playing Southern California junior tennis under the tutelage of Ben Press, Don Hensen and Robin Adair. He took his love of tennis and easily transitioned into a high-level pickleball player. Competing with the top pros today, Marcin Rozpenski, Tyson Mcguffin, Morgan Evans etc, he brings his knowledge of the game to players of all levels.
Some of Riley's tournament results include:
Couer d'Alene Classic 2015 19+ 5.0/4.5 singles Bronze
USA Pickleball Nationals 2015, 2016
Margaritaville USA Pickleball Nationals 2018, 2019
Coachella Valley Grand Prix 2019 Mixed 5.0 Gold
California State Senior Games 2019 Singles 50+ 5.0/4.5 Gold
Palm Desert Senior Games 2019 Doubles 50+ 5.0 Bronze
Book a lesson with Riley and learn the game or take it to a new level. Phone 760-914-2708, Email: pickleballrc@gmail.com
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“Joel has a wealth of information , anyone who has the opportunity to spend time and work with him will have a terrific experience and will receive invaluable instruction in all the areas
that makes us up as tennis players, soak it up!"
- Paul Annacone
Former Coach to Pete Sampras, Roger Federer. Commentator and Analyst for the Tennis Channel.
The place is clean easy to see and has at least seven tennis courts. There is a clubhouse and a pro shop as well as the scheduling center. Great for games with friends or instructors and pickle ball is also available. Highly recommend for anybody who’s in to tennis and likes clean and reliable courts. Parking is free and the surrounding area is beautiful. Just a short hop from the hotel Del Coronado and it is surrounded by the bay and beautiful homes.
Friendly, professional atmosphere that is very welcoming to kids and adults. Beautiful courts, beautiful views, easy parking, and a wide range of specialized programs to improve your game. This is also an excellent place to be a spectator, which is rare in tennis land! This truly is the nicest tennis center in San Diego.
1501 Glorietta Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-2650
Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 8 PM
Sat- Sun: 8 AM - 6 PM
Customer Service Center
(Pro-Shop and Front Desk)
