The Tennis Preacher

Welcome! If you love tennis and Jesus, you've come to the right place. I help tennis players of all ages and abilities improve their games and learn a little bit about Jesus.Faith-based* tennis lessons include the following:

  • Opening and closing prayer

  • Focused instruction on tennis technique, proper grips, and more

  • Encouraging devotional on a faith-based topic

Credentials:

I am available to teach tennis to players of all ages and abilities on weekends, and limited weekday evenings, generally from March through November. Email [email protected], or text 252-423-4766, for current rates and to book a private tennis lesson.*Secular lessons are also available upon request.

Core Values (G.R.I.P.)

  • Growth: Growth refers to the belief that one's abilities, intelligence, and talents can be developed and improved through dedication, effort, learning, and perseverance. Growing involves embracing life's challenges and continually learning from our wins and losses. "Rather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All glory to him, both now and forever! Amen."2 Peter 3:18

  • Respect: Respect means treating people with consideration, fairness, and politeness. "Don't be selfish; don't try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don't look out only for your own interests, but taken an interest in others, too." —Philippians 2:3-4

  • Integrity: Integrity often requires courage to do what is right, even when it's difficult, unpopular, or risky. This can mean standing up for one's beliefs or defending others when it's not easy. Do what is right, even when nobody is looking. "He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity." —Proverbs 2:7; "People with integrity walk safely, but those who follow crooked paths will be exposed." —Proverbs 10:9

  • Poise: Poise refers to self-assuredness, calmness, and dignity under pressure. It's about maintaining one's composure and confidence, regardless of the circumstances. Having control over one's emotions and responses is a key aspect of poise. "A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered." —Proverbs 17:27