Meet the TennisGear Team

Richard is the Head Coach and Centre Manager of North Shore Tennis Centre. He brings 15 years of coaching experience working with juniors, schools, adults, and full-time players. He believes in developing a strong technical base while maintaining a positive learning environment for all players.

Jedi is a two-time Tennis Gear Coach of the Year (2022, 2023) with 15 years of coaching experience, including 10 years coaching school children in Beijing, China. He has extensive experience in tennis education and athlete development. He follows a holistic coaching approach, focusing on both on-court performance and off-court factors such as rest and nutrition, believing success is built through daily habits and discipline beyond the court. He has also worked with professional athletes in sports nutrition, with proteges achieving success in Guinness World Records, Natural Bodybuilding Australia championships, and international adventure racing and triathlon events. He has been invited as a sports nutrition resource person for events in Brisbane and the Gold Coast in 2024.

A coaching approach built on professionalism and passion, creating a fun yet disciplined environment where players can develop strong attention to detail, consistency, and personal growth both on and off the court.

Salutations! I am the Head Coach for Roy Emerson Tennis Centre. With 10 years of experience in the tennis coaching industry (and counting), I aim to communicate and express authenticity in my passion, creating a mutual and harmonious understanding. My focus is to foster a successful long-term tennis culture at Roy Emerson Tennis Centre. With a youthful disposition and a keen ear, every conversation is as important to me as to those I communicate with.

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling, film editing and anything in the name of gaining knowledge. 

A leadership approach driven by passion, professionalism, and purpose. Focused on creating an inspiring and supportive environment where individuals feel motivated to reach their full potential on and off the court, with strong emphasis on teamwork, respect, and continuous growth.