OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF

As coaches, we aim to

Encourage and inspire you to boost your potential

Lead by example and maintain a growth mindeset.

Begin with a plan in mind to teach the fundamentals of tennis.

Provide a structured learning environment with high standards of discipline.

Connect with children by listening and learning about their personalities, goals, and other interests. We believe the person drives the player.

Staff: Our Staff

CHRIS MCDONALD

Director of Tennis

Chris is a former Gainesville High standout and All SEC player at UF. The experience of playing for Championship teams at both levels in an individual sport shapes the teaching methods used at JETA for the past 9 years and serve as motivation to help kids achieve their potential on and off court.

HIGH SCHOOL

Gainesville High School (1994-1998)

- Multiple Individual/Team State Championships

- 1997 5A State Champion & 5A State High School Player of the year

COLLEGE TENNIS

Mississippi State (1998-2001) & Univerity of Florida (2001-2003)

- 2003 SEC Team Champions

- 2 time All-SEC Team (Doubles)

- 3 time All-SEC Academic Honor Roll

PROFESSIONAL RACQUETBALL

- 2010 & 2013 World Outdoor Racquetball Mixed Doubles Champion

- 2014, 2016, 2019 World Outdoor Racquetball Championship Finalist

- Multiple State & National Men's Open Doubles Championships