Stella is a student at the University of Michigan planning to study Environmental Biology. She enjoys outdoor activities, tennis, and staying active, and brings that energy into her work with participants.

Bodhi is a rising senior at East Lansing High School. He's set on helping young people grow into confident, kind, and capable leaders in their future. As a TMYL coach, he focuses on building strong sets of relationships, encouraging growth mindsets, and creating a safe space for others.

Nathan earned his degree in Social Studies Education from Michigan State University and works as a high school teacher. He combines his classroom experience with coaching to create a structured and supportive learning environment on the court.

EmmaMae is a student at MSU studying Art Education. She has been involved with TMYL for many years as a participant and now stays connected to the program through coaching. Outside of tennis she likes to paint, go on nature walks, and read.

Christopher studies Kinesiology at Lansing Community College and is interested in becoming a personal trainer. He has a strong interest in physical activity and enjoys helping others stay active through sports like tennis.

Paisley is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Social Work at Michigan State University, with plans to earn a master’s degree and become a child therapist. Paisley joined TMYL as an undergraduate social work intern, drawn to the opportunity to work with children and gain firsthand experience in the field. Outside of work and school, Paisley enjoys traveling, camping, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Jamy has been coaching tennis for 6 years, and has been coaching with TMYL for the last year. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics-Secondary Education and she will be student teaching high school math in the metro Detroit area in the 25-26 school year. She played on the Michigan State Club tennis team all four years, where she served as the Travel Vice President.

Alyssa is from the East Lansing.  She is currently a student at Michigan State studying Nutritional Science with a minor in Spanish. Tennis has been a part of her life for a long time (shoutout Haslett tennis!), and is excited to share her love for the sport with others. In her free time, Alyssa loves to go on walks, do yoga, cook and try new foods, and of course spend time with her friends on a MSU game day…Go Green!

Jasmine earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Missouri State University and is pursuing a Master of Social Work at Michigan State, specializing in Organizational and Community Leadership. She plans to support communities and child welfare through nonprofit work. Drawn to TMYL’s dedication to underserved Lansing communities, Jasmine values its collaborative staff, passionate culture, and the families it serves. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, reading, drawing, and watching movies—especially science fiction.

Katie works in education and is pursuing a Master’s in Data Science at Michigan State University. She has a long-standing connection to tennis and is interested in youth development and educational programming.

Michelle is a graduate of Ferris State University with a degree in Business Administration and Human Resources. She joined TMYL after college and has continued to stay involved, contributing to the program’s work serving youth in the Lansing community.

Joshua is a student at Okemos High School who is actively involved in tennis and fitness. He enjoys spending time on the court and helping younger players gain confidence as they learn the game.

Gerrit studies Political Science and Criminal Justice at Michigan State University. He enjoys tennis, basketball, and film, and values opportunities to introduce new players to the sport.

Jonathan studies Engineering at the University of Michigan and enjoys staying active through tennis and other sports. He has been involved in tennis from a young age and continues to stay engaged through coaching.

Destiny grew up in Lansing, where she attended Lansing Everett High School. Her passion in engineering led her to pursue studies at both Michigan State University and Western Michigan University. She currently works in education as a substitute teacher, and is interested in supporting students through both academic and athletic experiences.

Parker is a high school student who is exploring future interests in psychology or aviation. He enjoys working with younger players and gaining experience through coaching.

Miles is currently going into his senior year and attends East Lansing High School. Other than tennis, his favorite hobbies include hanging out with friends and reading.

Jonny is a student at the University of Michigan studying Chemical Engineering. He was first introduced to tennis through TMYL and now enjoys helping others learn and develop their skills. His favorite hobbies are playing tennis, video games, and hanging out with friends.

Eleanna attends East Lansing High School and has participated in TMYL programming for many years. She played doubles on her high school varsity team her sophomore year. She now stays involved by helping coach and support younger participants, and also enjoys playing soccer and hanging out with her friends.

Zachary has a degree in Economics and plans to pursue law school. He enjoys recreational sports like tennis, golf, and pickleball and bring a broad athletic perspective to coaching.

Evie is a student at East Lansing High School and grew up participating in TMYL programs. She remains active in tennis and enjoys staying involved by working with younger players.

John is a Psychology student at Alma College who has been involved with TMYL since he was young. His long connection to the program shapes his approach to coaching and working with participants.

Isaac studies General Business at Lansing Community College and is interested in working in athletics or club operations. He enjoys playing tennis and helping others improve their skills through consistent practice.

Jacob is a Psychology student at Alma College with an interest in social work. He enjoys tennis and sees coaching as a way to connect with and support younger athletes.  His hobbies include playing tennis, watching sports, and hanging with friends.

Jayden is a student at Adrian College studying Exercise Science. He is interested in health and fitness and enjoys being part of a program that connects athletics with community engagement.

Lucas plays tennis at Kalamazoo College, currently pursuing a major in Religion. He’s coached and played tennis for years, and is extremely passionate about helping others grow on and off the court. Outside of tennis, Lucas enjoys the outdoors, staying active , listening to music, healthy eating, and learning new things.

Jabria holds a degree in Social Work from Capella University. Her background in youth support and community work helps her approach to working with participants in the program.

Anabelle is pursuing a degree in Political Theory and Public Policy at MSU. She hopes to eventually work in Washington, D.C., advancing equitable educational policies and programs. Anabelle joined TMYL to give back to her community and support young people’s learning, and she especially enjoys seeing participants light up when they achieve their goals. In her spare time, she enjoys music, reading, walking, and spending time with family and friends.

Haytham is a senior at Holt High School. Some of his favorite hobbies are hanging out with friends and playing tennis. His favorite part of TMYL is the summer program because of all the amazing people you get to meet.

Connor is a student at Waverly High School who enjoys tennis and staying active. As a coach, he focuses on a work hard play hard mindset and is looking to inspire kids to be the person they want to be

Ben has been part of TMYL’s tennis programs for the past three years and is excited to jump into my new role as a Junior Coach this summer. He’s a senior at Eastern High School in Lansing, where he’s been the tennis team captain for the past two years. Ben loves helping younger players get better at the game and wants to share his passion for tennis. His goal is to help everyone improve and have a great time on the court!

Jay is a high school student with an interest in music and creative outlets. He enjoys working with younger players and introducing them to the basics of tennis in a simple and approachable way.

Rafe attends East Lansing High School and enjoys exploring new hobbies and activities. He was drawn to coaching as a way to stay involved in tennis while trying something new.

Pierson is a student at Michigan State University studying game design and interactive media. In high school he played first and second singles for the Lansing Christian Boys tennis team. Other than video games and tennis, Pierson loves the outdoors, scuba diving, and both reading and writing. 

Austin has a degree in Kinesiology and has a background in fitness and athletics. He enjoys staying active and applying his knowledge of movement to help players build strong fundamentals in tennis.

Charisse attends Waverly High School and is interested in graphic design and marketing. She enjoys both creative work and tennis and likes being part of a program where she can share that interest with others.

Steve is a Social Studies Teacher at East Lansing High School.  He has coached high school boys and girls tennis teams at both the JV and Varsity level (and is currently the JV Girls Tennis coach at ELHS). As a kid, Steve went to TMYL and has made many lifelong friendships through the program.  His favorite part of TMYL is coaching with some of the former participants.  He has worked at TMYL since 2008 and looks forward to another great summer!