Francois “Franco” has more than 25 years of coaching experience. He has
developed all levels of players from beginners to athletes that have reached the pro
circuits. During his employment at various clubs, he had the opportunity to direct
racquets programs and run clinics, lessons, events, tournaments and exhibitions at
clubs around the world, including Venezuela, Ecuador, Spain and the USA. Most
recently he directed the Del Mar Country Club and Morgan Run racquets programs.
He’s passionate and committed to teaching and applies sports sciences tools to
continuously improve his student’s game and develop all-around athletes. He is
very excited to meet you all soon and is committed to your success and fun on the
court.
CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION
• CRSE (Certified Racquet Sport Executive) program
• USPTA Elite Certification
• Masters of Tennis Management, Teaching and Training from the
Valencian International University in Spain (2012)
• ITF level 2 International Certification
• IPTPA Pickleball Certification
• Attendance of multiple world and regional USPTA, USTA and ITF
tennis conferences
• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering
RANKING & AWARDS
• ATP ranking in singles and doubles.
• Gold ball in singles in the USTA 35+ National division
• Achieved the year-end top position in the National Singles
Ranking in 2016.
• Selected to represent the U.S. and competed at the 2017 ITF Young
Seniors World Team Championship in Cape Town, South Africa.
• Awarded “Player of the year” by the USPTA San Diego division, 2017