Meet Sophie, our upbeat young coach who brings energy, fun, and a great playlist—yes, her walk-on song would be the Flume remix of Tennis Court. She loves helping players grow through the Hot Shots pathway and is especially proud of Jayden’s progress. Off court, she’s studying to be a vet nurse and working with animals. Her dream tennis inspo? Coco Gauff—because big improvement and big ambition are totally her vibe.

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Peter’s coaching style is all about connection. He believes strong relationships with players lay the foundation for everything else. A highlight of his journey was completing his ITF Level 2, embracing lifelong learning through shared experiences. Off-court, he enjoys running to stay fit. His dream doubles team? Serena Williams and Roger Federer. And if he had a theme song walking onto court—it’s Eye of the Tiger. Being part of Tennis Life means working with great coaches and happy players.