White Columns & Atlanta National Newsletter September 2015 September 2015 | Page 14

Tennis News Reminder… We use www.reservemycourt.com for our online court reservations. You must log in and create your own secured password. The WCCC facility number is 270. As always, good luck and have fun in your upcoming matches. Please Welcome Joel to our WC Tennis Staff We are very excited to announce that Joel Alvarez will be coming on staff at White Columns as a full time staff professional. Joel (pronounced Joe-L) is a native from Puerto Rico who has turned his passion for tennis into a successful career. He played competitive junior tennis in the Caribbean island where he was ranked #5 in the boys 18U. Joel was offered scholarships to play in NCAA Division I universities, but chose to stay close to home where he attended the University of Puerto Rico. U of PR is a NCAA Division II University. During Joel’s time, the team won two championships. Joel started coaching while he was finishing his college degree. He was the assistant coach at the University of Puerto Rico. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and has USPTR, Cardio Tennis, and International Tennis Federation certifications. Coach Joel has been working with tennis players of all ages and levels. He is experienced working with high performance and beginning juniors, ladies, and men. He is very passionate about the mental aspect of the game and is a great communicator. Joel has taught in tennis clubs in Puerto Rico, Alpharetta, Florida, and Connecticut. We are very fortunate to have Coach Joel join our team at White Columns. He is offering a private and semi-private lesson special starting Monday, August 10th – Monday, August 24th. There is a maximum of four lessons per person and all lessons must be completed in the given time frame to receive the discounted rate. Lessons after the 24th will be charged at the regular rate. Private lessons are $40/hour and Semi-Private lessons are $45/hour during the special. Please contact Joel directly at [email protected] or call [phone].