I began playing tennis at the age of five and received training from the Dutch Lawn Tennis Association (KNLTB) in my early years. As a junior, I competed at the highest level in Europe within my age group and, after relocating to Minnesota in 2008, continued my competitive journey with the USTA. I ascended the ranks in my division, traveling nationally to compete in prestigious events such as Kalamazoo, before moving to Southern California to further my tennis career.

After a successful year as a starting freshman on the Men's Tennis Team at the University of California, Santa Cruz, I transitioned to coaching. I spent five years teaching at La Jolla Country Day School in San Diego, mentoring students aged 3 to Grade 12. I then advanced my career with a coaching role at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in Rancho Santa Fe, California.

With over 20 years of on-court experience, I have coached players ranging from beginners to nationally ranked athletes. I am committed to building strong relationships with each student and providing high-quality instruction focused on the fundamentals, including stroke production, footwork, strategy, and mental development.