Samuel Lhotak
St Louis,MO
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Tennis Teaching Professional
Vetta Sports - Concord
St. Louis, MO
04.2015 - Current
- Lead and organized large youth and adult tennis clinics of all ages and skill levels.
- Developed player's skills and fundamentals through both individual and group lessons.
- Coordinated and Directed USTA Junior Team Tennis from ages 10-18. (Includes building rosters, staffing coaches for teams, and communication with parents)
- Men's Interclub Coordinator
- Directed and organized Gateway and USTA Junior Tennis Tournaments.
Head Tennis Coach
Kirkwood High School
Kirkwood , MO
08.2018 - Current
- Head Tennis Coach for both the Boys and Girls Teams
- Manage team practices and matches during season
- Communicate with parents on a daily basis
- Organize team banquet and other team events
- Supervise assistant coaches and team managers
Tennis Instructor
Net Rushers
Ferguson , MO
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Organized on and off court actives, drills, and games.
- Provided a safe and fun learning environment for children ages 6-18.
- Developed basic tennis skills and understanding of the game for beginning players.
Fitness Attendant
University City Centennial Commons
St. Louis, MO
05.2014 - 11.2015
- Explained the use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Greeted all members in a professional and friendly manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of the group fitness room, mirrors, floor and fitness equipment.
University City Centennial Commons
Tennis Camp Instructor
SAINT LOUIS, MO
06.2009 - 08.2009
- Planned and coordinated various tennis drills to help beginners learn the basic fundamentals of tennis
- Taught children of all ages the basics of tennis
- Problem solved and led by example
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Harding University
Searcy, AR12-2013
Accomplishments
- USPTA Certified Tennis Professional
- Certified USTA Safe Play Tennis Coach
- USTA High School Coach of the Year in St. Louis
- USTA Sportsmanship Award for Outstanding Junior Team Tennis Coach
- Former Collegiate Tennis Player
- Scholar Athlete Award
- Art Stout Award for best team GPA at Kirkwood High School (Boys Tennis)
Timeline
Head Tennis Coach
Kirkwood High School
08.2018 - Current
Tennis Instructor
Net Rushers
06.2015 - 08.2016
Tennis Teaching Professional
Vetta Sports - Concord
04.2015 - Current
Fitness Attendant
University City Centennial Commons
05.2014 - 11.2015
University City Centennial Commons
Tennis Camp Instructor
06.2009 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Harding University