Marialuisa Zirilli
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Dynamic Adult Program Director and Tennis Pro with a proven track record in program development and strategic leadership. Expert in coaching and team training, I enhance member engagement through innovative policies and effective communication. Committed to fostering a positive environment, I drive program success and optimize player performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Program Director
RCW Athletic Club
Lancaster, PA
02.2026 - Current
- Managed program operations and provided strategic leadership for tennis pros.
- Developed and implemented program strategies that increased member engagement and satisfaction.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through member feedback, adjusting offerings to align with member needs.
- Created and implemented policies and procedures that streamlined program operations.
- Led regular meetings with staff to discuss program updates and address operational challenges.
Tennis Professional
RCW Athletic Club
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - Current
- Instructed students in tennis techniques and strategies during group and private lessons.
- Assessed players' skills to develop personalized training programs and improvement plans.
- Coordinated junior and adult development programs to enhance player skills and foster growth in the sport.
- Organized and facilitated tennis clinics and tournaments to enhance member engagement and community participation.
- Managed scheduling of court time for lessons, practices, and events at the facility.
- Monitored students during practice sessions to ensure safety standards were met.
- Motivated younger team members, leading to improved competition results and team cohesion.
Junior Program Director
RCW Athletic Club
Lancaster, U.S.A.
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Oversee a team of coaches, ensuring training sessions are structured to optimize player development, recovery, and performance metrics.
- Develop and implement sport-specific conditioning protocols to improve agility, endurance, and on-court movement patterns.
- Enhanced player experiences by collaborating with leadership and coaching staff, fostering a positive learning environment, and maintaining high engagement levels.
- Assessed player needs through family communication, explained program offerings, and recommended long-term progression pathways.
- Tracked player participation, registration trends, and retention data to manage program logistics and enhance program performance.
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism, fostering a supportive culture among players, families, and staff to ensure an exceptional club experience.
Division I Assistant Coach
MTSU Women's Tennis Team
Murfreesboro, U.S.A.
09.2019 - 08.2024
- Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting families, and presenting scholarship offers, enhancing program talent pool.
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Motivated athletes to improve strength, agility, and effectiveness through focused training habits and nutrition guidance.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels.
- Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
- Successfully led team through rough periods, including losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and using progress.
- Forged cooperative relationships and recruited new players to strengthen the college tennis program.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families, and community members.
Tennis Coach
Nike Tennis Summer Camp
Murfreesboro, U.S.A.
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Coached players in tennis techniques and strategies.
- Facilitated tennis drills to enhance skills and performance.
- Managed training sessions to develop athletes' abilities and teamwork.
Tennis Coach
USTA Rally Cats Tennis Clinics
Murfreesboro, U.S.A.
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Coached weekly tennis clinics, fostering skill development and engagement among participants.
- Developed age-appropriate tennis drills to improve fundamental skills and maintain participant interest.
- Facilitated group activities for children, promoting teamwork and social skills through tennis-related exercises.
- Monitored and supervised kids and staff.
Trainer
9Round
Murfreesboro, U.S.A.
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Trained and instructed people of all ages through kickboxing and resistance training exercises.
- Inspired clients to achieve fitness goals through personalized workout guidance.
- Supported daily operations during 4-month internship, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Managed incoming phone calls and conducted computer tasks to enhance operational efficiency.
Education
Ph.D. in Human and Health Performance - Leisure and Sports Management
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN, U.S.A.08-2024
M.S. in Leisure and Sports Management - Concentration in Sports Industry
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN, U.S.A.01-2021
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN, U.S.A.01-2019
High School Diploma -
Stelio Vitale Modica
Messina, Italy01-2015
Skills
- Program design
- Program facilitation
- Event coordination
- Policy execution
- Strategic direction
- Team leadership
- Supervision
- Team Training
- Organization
- Time management
- Communication strategies
- Relationship development
References
Available upon request.
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/25/1997
Additional Information
200, Greenhouse Minister - Mobile Food Pantry - 2016, Local Youth Coaching Clinic - Adam's Tennis Complex - 2018, Coaching Clinic - MTSU Child Development Center - 2018, Elementary Youth Pro Day, Good friend Tennis Center - 2018, The Grove Living - Tennis clinic - 2019, Stone River Country Club - Tennis clinic - 2019, Adams Tennis Complex - Tennis Clinic - 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, Adams Tennis Complex City Tournament - 2019, Murfreesboro Marathon (The Middle Half) - 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, Feed America First - 2019, 2021, Suicide Prevention - 2022, Blood Drive - 2022, 2023, Relay for Life - 2019, 2022, 2023, Boys and Girls Club - Tennis Clinic 2022, 2023, Mission Food Pantry - 2024
Languages
English
Professional
Italian
Professional
Timeline
Adult Program Director
RCW Athletic Club
02.2026 - Current
Tennis Professional
RCW Athletic Club
08.2024 - Current
Junior Program Director
RCW Athletic Club
08.2024 - 12.2025
Tennis Coach
USTA Rally Cats Tennis Clinics
03.2021 - 05.2021
Division I Assistant Coach
MTSU Women's Tennis Team
09.2019 - 08.2024
Tennis Coach
Nike Tennis Summer Camp
07.2019 - 07.2022
Trainer
9Round
05.2019 - 08.2019
Ph.D. in Human and Health Performance - Leisure and Sports Management
Middle Tennessee State University
M.S. in Leisure and Sports Management - Concentration in Sports Industry
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Middle Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Stelio Vitale Modica