The Coaching TeamTennis

Stuart Kay – Tennis Manager

Stuart has been working in the leisure industry for 10 years. Stuart has worked at the Arena for 4 yrs managing and developing the tennis programme. Stuart has overall responsibility for the coaching team.

Suzi Riley – Tennis Performance Manager 

Suzi became Head Coach in November 2008. She is a professional tennis coach from Melbourne, Australia. She has been coaching on the women’s professional tour for the last three years. Suzi has worked with top 200 ranked players including Aleksandra Wozniak, Canada’s number one player ranked 83 in the world. She will be implementing a professional and holistic approach to support the development of players.

Steven Fathers – Performance Coach

Steven manages Bolton Arena’s Tennis Academy programme, ensuring all national and international players are meeting the LTA’s guildlines. Steven has been involved in performance tennis for 10 years and has worked with a range of National and International players from 6 – 16 years of age.

John Lister – Performance / Development Coach

John was National and County Champion at junior level. John has progressed through the coaching system and is now working with players who have been identified with potential. 

Chris Llewellyn – Coach

Chris played tennis at a high level as a junior and now wants to pursue a career in coaching to help the next generation of players.

Simon Roberts – Coach

Simon plays tennis at a very high standard. He made the top 500 as a senior player, hits with all the national players and has an extensive knowledge of international men’s tennis.

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