Westwood Tennis Academy

The coaches in the Academy really encourage the players to excel and reach their full potential. They emphasize teamwork and respect among all of the Academy players. I am impressed with each of the coaches and thrilled that my son can benefit from their expertise - each one seems to know him and is eager to help him grow and succeed on the court. I couldn’t ask for more positive role models for my young teenager! - Academy Parent

	David Minihan, USPTA Director of Player Development Hometown: Midland, Texas Experience: David Minihan brings 15 years of coaching experience to the game. After being a top ranked junior, Minihan went on to play collegiately at the University of Incarnate Word. Minihan has spent the last 13 years at Westwood where he has built a strong junior development program. His personal accomplishments include publishing his first book titled, “Coaching Your Tennis Champion,” while also publishing many tennis articles for various publications. He is also a Master Professional with the United States Professional Tennis Association where only 1% of professionals worldwide holds this distinction. “Tennis is in my blood. I have loved this game since the first time I hit a ball. It has been a privilege to pass on my knowledge of the game to thousands of juniors through the years.”

	Marc Claude’, USPTA Director of Coaching Hometown: Upland, California Experience: Marc has worked at Westwood Tennis Center for 12 years. Marc is a graduate of Norman High School where he won the class 5A State Championship at #1 Doubles. Marc has served on the Board of Directors for the USTA Oklahoma District and is on the Prince Advisory Staff. He is also a certified USTA official. In 2007, the USPTA Missouri Valley Division awarded Marc with the Assistant Professional of the Year award. Marc works directly with the Excellence and Excellence 2 level academy players. Marc attributes his success as a coach to his ability to coach tactical and technical aspects of the players game.

	Felipe Lopez Academy Coach/Traveling Coach Hometown: Foz do Lguassu, Brazil Experience: Felipe came to the States from Brazil to play his collegiate tennis at East Central University. He is entering his second year as a Westwood Instructor. He previously taught at Lake Owego in Greely, PA. One of his major accomplishments was representing his home country, Brazil while playing tournaments throughout South America. Felipe’s main focus is working with the Future level academy players and focusing in on their mechanical development. Felipe also serves as the academy traveling coach.

	John Hopper Director of Fitness Hometown: Experience: John Hopper's Bio to come!