DAN DONNELLY - Biography (so far)
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| 1978 |
Completed HSC (VCE) |
| 1979-80 |
Entered Melbourne University – Commerce / Arts Deferred studies. |
| 1981-85 |
Travelled to United States.
After tournaments, started a tennis scholarship at Middle Tennessee State University. |
| 1986-87 |
Returned to Australia. Continued degree at Melbourne University. Completed coaching qualifications. |
| 1987 |
Commenced coaching at Royal Park Tennis Club. |
Playing C.V.
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| 1974 |
Started tennis at Lilydale Tennis Club, aged 13. |
| 1974-76 |
Coaching competition, Lilydale Tennis Club. Coach: Allan Close. |
| 1976-78 |
Recruited to play pennant at Grace Park Tennis Club, Hawthorn. Coach: Keith Rogers. |
| 1980 |
Melbourne University Singles Champion.
Coach: Will Coghlan. |
| 1981 |
Played tournaments throughout U.S. / Europe. |
| 1982-83 |
U.S. Tennis scholarship – Middle Tennessee State University. |
| 1984-85 |
Played tournaments in U.S. / Europe / Australia. |
| 1986 |
Grade 1 Pennant, Donvale T.C. |
| 1987 |
Captained winning Melbourne University Intervarsity Team at national championships.
Won Australian University National Singles Championship. Awarded Full Blue from Melbourne University for sporting excellence. |
| 1988 |
Grade 1 Pennant, Donvale. |
| 1989 |
Coached by Peter McNamara.
Continued tournaments. |
| 1990-95 |
Played club tournaments, France, Australia, U.S.Currently playing Grade 1 Vets Penant, Royal Park T.C |
Coaching C.V.
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| 1981 |
Commenced coaching career.
Harry Hopman Tennis Academy – Bardmoor, Florida.
Role: Match player / Coach. |
| 1982 |
John Newcombe’s Tennis Ranch
New Braunfels, Texas.
Role: Match player / Coach |
| 1986 |
Completed Tennis Coaches Association of Victoria coaching course. |
| 1987 |
Appointed at Royal Park T.C. Commenced wider education as a Tennis Coach through attendance – U.S.T.A. Tennis Teacher’s Conference, the years of 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1995. |
| 1991-2002 |
Attended U.S.T.A. Tennis teachers conferences New York. |
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Promotions Manager Wilson Sporting Goods Australia
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| 1990-2005 |
Contracted to write a tennis coaching program for 5-7 year olds by Wilson Sporting Goods Aust. Also, offered position as Promotions Manager to recruit coaches and manage professional players in Australia, using Wilson racquets. Implemented re-usage of a 32 week coaching manual nationally, and conducted coaching seminars for national network. The Pee Wee Tennis program is used by over 200 coaches nationally. |
| 2005 |
Continued to coach at Royal Park T.C. |
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Philosophy
The Dan Donnelly Tennis Coaching Program is dedicated to offering the best quality tennis coaching programs for all ages and playing levels. Many years of commitment to teaching the great game of tennis have resulted in a range of coaching programs for yourself and your family, ready to be booked today.
Royal Park Tennis Club has a superb parkland setting, on-site parking, and public transport nearby. All programs are available year-round.
Looking forward to seeing you on the court.
Yours in tennis, Dan Donnelly
Testimonials
‘Dan’s coaching programs have been fantastic for the whole family – once my children started, my husband and I restarted playing as well – thanks, Dan!‘
– Andrea M.
‘Enjoyed seeing our teenage children start a new sport. Dan’s coaching made it easy for them to start with kids their own age.‘
– Chris B.
‘School holidays Clinics work well for us. It’s a good program for our children in the school holidays.‘
– Julie H.
‘All types of programs are available. I had groups and private lessons, and I’m glad I restarted tennis. Thank you, Dan.‘
– John W.
