Meet Our Coaches
At Tennis World, we believe that every player has untapped potential. Our coaching philosophy blends technical precision with a deep passion for the sport, creating an environment where elite skills and a vibrant community thrive together.
Nigel Garton
LTA British performance coach
Nigel has been at Tennis World from the outset in 1985 and he has coached, managed and developed the centre to the present day. He has coached 12 players that went on to represent GB.
He once beat Bjorn Borg in Tennis, and he also played for GB in the first ever Padel Championships in Madrid in 1992, where GB came 3rd.
What is the most memorable match you've ever played?
"An exhibition match with Björn Borg in 1980 in Spain. There were 800 people there & he had just won his 5th Wimbledon - and I beat him!
Matt Jackman
Tennis Manager
Matt grew up playing in the club from a very young age. He holds some incredible qualifications in both tennis, padel and refereeing.
He even tutors’ coaches to coach. It is with Matt’s hard work that the club has seen such growth in the youth squads and bringing schools into the club.
What's a fun hobby you have
away from the court?
"I am a strong chess player - my online rating is over 2450!"
Jen Barron
L4 TENNIS COACH
Jen loves sharing her passion for tennis with every player she has the pleasure of teaching.
Her tennis journey began at Tennis World when she was just 4 years old, and since then, tennis has taken her on an amazing journey.
Tell me one fun fact about yourself!
"I met Matt Damon when I was 19!"
Tori Caswell
Tennis & Padel Coach
Tori is passionate about empowering women in Padel. She offers women-only sessions, as well as private coaching. She is also currently building a junior Padel programme.
Tori is a busy lady, as she is admin manager here at Tennis World too, plus an LTA referree!
What is the best piece of advice you have received from a coach?
"The amount of advice I've had from the senior coaches at Tennis World is immeasurable. However, what springs to mind is: practice doesn’t make perfect it makes permanent”
Libby Fletcher
LTA British performance coach
Can you tell us a fun fact about
your tennis career?
"One time, I accidentally hit a pigeon during a match at Wimbledon!"
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Gary Malone
TenNis & Padel coach
Gary is an LTA-qualified Tennis & Padel Coach with over 30 years’ experience. He specialises in developing players technically while helping players and parents build the mindset and strategies to thrive.
What's a fun hobby you have away from the court?
"Away from the court, I really enjoy playing golf."
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Lynsey Davison
Tennis Coach
Lynsey has been playing Tennis since the age of 8, and began her competitive career in 1988, where she achieved a WTA Senior World Ranking & reaching No. 20 in the British women’s rankings.
She began coaching at Tennis World in 2004. Lynsey also competes in Padel, representing Tennis World and playing in the Cleveland League.
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Jake Thomas-Cattermole
TenNis coach
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Olivia Greaves
Tennis coach
Liv is a Level 2 tennis coach who is passionate about helping players develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment of the game.
Having played tennis since the age of three, she has represented her country and competed in numerous tournaments. Liv is now eager to build on her experience and further her coaching career by achieving her Level 3 tennis qualification.
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Francesca Simpson
Tennis coach
Francesca has been part of Tennis World since the age of eight, growing up with a love for tennis and competing in tournaments around the world.
Currently working towards her Level 3 tennis coaching and Level 2 padel qualifications, she is excited to share her experience with others.
Give me a fun fact about you!
"I can juggle!"
Jo Cunnliffe
TenNis coach
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Gabbi Burnett
TenNis coach
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Jacob Spence
TenNis coach
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