Amy is the CEO of Agape Tennis Academy, which currently manages public tennis centers in Fountain Valley, California, Oxnard, California, and Atlanta, Georgia. The organization provides programming to over 15,000 tennis and pickleball players annually. She currently manages a staff of over 125 tennis and pickleball coaches, administrative professionals, and business managers. Agape’s management style, processes, and systemized to approach allows the organization to continue to scale.

Amy is certified by the USTA in Sports Science and High-Performance Player Development. She is certified in Tennis by the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), Pickleball by the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR), and platform tennis by the Professional Platform Tennis Registry (PPTR).

Amy is a coach, author, change expert and serial entrepreneur. Her personal and professional transformation systems show us how to infuse entrepreneurship with purpose, passion, and perseverance to create businesses that are bigger than the bottom line and positively impact communities.

Agape Tennis Academy at DeKalb Tennis Center was awarded Best of Decatur (2019-2023) for the fourth consecutive year in 2023, earning a spot in the Business Hall of Fame. In 2022, Amy and Agape received the City of Fountain Valley’s Kindness Award, an honor that recognizes Agape’s commitment to H.E.A.R.T.. Also in 2022, Agape Tennis Academy was selected as the Best Public Facility by the Professional Pickleball Registry at the company’s annual conference, where Amy was also a featured speaker.

In 2021, Agape and Amy were recognized by the United States Congress, the California Legislature Assembly, and the County of Orange as one of Fountain Valley’s finest leaders, in recognition of her small business’ contributions to the U.S. economy. Most recently in Georgia in 2020 and 2021, Agape Tennis Academy received the Best of Decatur Award. This award is given to local companies in different categories that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

In 2019, Amy was honored as the PTR Georgia Member of the Year and Tennis Media Group named Agape Tennis Academy Organization of the Year. Agape Tennis Academy was selected as the GPTA’s (Georgia Professional Tennis Association) Program of the Year in 2018. In 2017, Amy was voted Tennis Director of the Year and Agape Tennis Academy was named 10 and Under Program of the Year by the GPTA. In 2016, Agape Tennis Academy was voted Community Outreach Program of the Year by the GPTA.

Amy currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia and in San Clemente, California with her two cats Zuki and Paix. She enjoys traveling, reading, business, living life to the fullest, all things outdoors, tennis, pickleball, golf, hiking, biking, surfing, and being in the ocean.

Annie Freeman brings an interesting decades-old mix of tennis experience and hospitality to her role as Chief Operating Officer for Agape Tennis Academy. She started playing tennis at the age of seven and has continued playing ever since. Annie was the captain of her Marist School team that won the National Championship for Tennis.

After studying engineering at Marquette University, for more than 25 years she combined her work as a popular sports bar employee with managing, merchandising and systems for Serious Tennis and Berkeley Hills Country Club. In addition to her challenging work with the expanding Agape Tennis Academy, Annie and her husband also help homeowners clear their houses of clutter and organize estate sales. They now live in Duluth with their daughter, Maddux, and fur baby, Lilly.

Julie Fusik is originally from Muskegon, Michigan. She played Division II collegiate tennis for Ferris State University where she studied Professional Tennis Management- with a concentration in Marketing. Her degree allowed her to fully study every facet of the tennis industry which includes teaching, managing, marketing, retail, and tournament/event administration. Coach Julie was voted “Athlete of the Week” for her University, she was team captain, and also team “Most Improved Player”. She has been living in Georgia with her dog, Lilly, since December of 2016, but started working with Agape Tennis Academy in September 2020.

During her time at Agape the past three years, she had grown into the role of Head Tennis Professional at Chastain Park Tennis Center. She helps manage and educate the teaching professionals on staff while making sure everyone is constantly displaying the company’s core values of HEART. Coach Julie also serves as the junior events and camps director. Her summer camps sell out quickly and usually have 90+ kids per week!

Coach Julie loves working with all tennis and pickleball players around Atlanta! In addition, she is a certified USPTA Elite Professional and also holds certifications as a certified racquet stringer, USTA referee, USTA sport science, and is USTA safe play approved. She also volunteers time to work with USTA wheelchair tennis.

Coach Julie brings her contagious energy, ferocious work ethic, and ability to empower those around her to the Agape family! Her coaching philosophy centers around the idea of resilience– work hard for what you want because no one is going to give it to you!

Coach Jefferey is a native Georgia resident from Upson County. He has played tennis for over 50 years. He is USTA and PTR certified for the past 8 years. He is a retired IT Engineer. He attended Foothill Junior College in Los Altos Hills, California. Brad Gilbert was a classmate. He has an Undergraduate Degree from Georgia State University. Fitness for life is the ultimate game that we all relish. He works out in the gym, loves swimming and cycling, and has authored five books.

His approach to coaching and playing tennis is strategizing and constructing points like a chess player. He has mastered dexterity with both hands. He thinks it is important to have as many weapons possible to compliment a powerful and crafty serve.

Great footwork is the essence of a winning tennis game. With Coach Jefferey, your ball striking is developed with strict attention to detail by achieving balance with proper footwork that will allow you to beat the ball to the bounce.

He loves music so his classes feature high energy beats. Tennis should be fun and as Arthur Ashe so elegantly stated “Tennis is Poetry in Motion.” Let him inspire and fire your passion for the game.

Originally from Venezuela, where he played high performance tennis. Rogman moved to the United States in 2015 where he has been developing a career in coaching, with over six years of experience, working with all ages and levels. With Juniors being his strength, he believes learning comes through fun and that it should be an exciting process. His goal is for his students to love the game by making the best out of his lessons.

When not on the courts, Rogman is studying a degree in History, likes to read, make music and spend time with his family outdoors.

Maddux Freeman has grown up playing tennis with Agape and began working here a few years ago. Whether in the office, or on the court, she loves to do whatever she can to help out and make Agape as fun as possible. Outside Agape, she plays varsity softball and lacrosse, and is in many leadership programs at her school. Over the summer she loves to coach the Chastain summer camps to make the environment fun for everyone around her.

Coach Rocco brings a wealth of international coaching experience to the team. Born in Argentina, he speaks four languages—Spanish, Italian, French, and English—and has spent almost a decade working across Argentina, Italy, France, and Germany. Currently based in Atlanta, Georgia, he is dedicated to sharing his extensive expertise with players at various levels.

His coaching career spans a broad range of skill levels and age groups. Coach Rocco has trained beginners as well as top ATP players who have achieved rankings of 400, 500, and 900. He has also successfully guided ITF Juniors players to impressive rankings of 30 and 70. Notably, Coach Rocco has served as a sparring and travel coach at all four Grand Slams, showcasing his extensive experience on the global stage.

In addition to his coaching accomplishments, Coach Rocco has a distinguished playing background. Over the course of a decade, he competed in tournaments worldwide, reaching a UTR of 13.7 and an ATP ranking of 1600. His collegiate career includes a standout performance at Indiana Wesleyan University, where he won 46 matches in a single year and achieved the #1 NAIA Men’s Singles ranking in the nation. Coach Rocco’s playing resume also features a stint in European professional tennis leagues, where he competed alongside elite players such as Fabio Fognini, Stefanos Tsitsipas, David Goffin, and Matteo Berrettini, among others.

With his extensive background in both playing and coaching, Coach Rocco offers a deep understanding of the game and a wealth of experience to players at every level.

Gaston’s journey in tennis began in Orange County, California where he fell in love with the game. With his competitive spirit, he grew up excelling in the Georgia Southern Region Tennis circuit. His passion and talent led him to be invited to train at the prestigious USTA Training Center in Boca Raton, where he honed in his skills alongside top athletes. Continuing his tennis career at the collegiate level, Gaston played Division I tennis at Kennesaw State University, where he was recognized as Freshman of the Year. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, with a minor in Leadership, which equips him with a well-rounded perspective to inspire and guide players of all levels. Gaston’s competitive background, and leadership training make him an exceptional tennis coach who is committed to helping his players reach their full potential both on and off the court.

David Hale is a seasoned tennis coach with a wealth of experience, bringing a unique blend of professional achievements to the court. Having honed skills at the ITF and ATP circuit, achieving a notable career high ranking in ITF singles (1404) and ATP doubles (1625). With 15 years of coaching expertise, David successfully designed and implemented training programs that have propelled clients to new heights.

A former collegiate tennis player, David showcased exceptional sportsmanship and consistently ranked within the top 10 during his Freshman and Sophomore years at both Tennessee State University and Holmes Junior College. David’s extensive junior history includes participating in prestigious tournaments such as the Orange Bowl, Eddie Herr, and Prince Cup, with notable victories like winning the ITA Regional tournament and achieving an undefeated record in 2012. With a winning mindset, David is dedicated to fostering a passion for tennis and helping players reach their full potential.

Marina De Diego Quiñones is a Spanish Division I tennis player and coach with experience working at tennis facilities in both Spain and the United States. Combining a strong competitive background with a passion for player development, Marina brings a unique perspective as both an elite athlete and an experienced coach.

Originally from Murcia, Spain, Marina earned a Division I tennis scholarship to Mercer University, where she competed as a four-year NCAA Division I student-athlete. Throughout her collegiate career, Marina established herself as one of Mercer’s top players, competing primarily at No. 1 singles and No. 1 doubles while representing the university against some of the good DI programs in the country.

Marina’s collegiate accomplishments include being named to the Southern Conference All-Freshman Team and earning 2 First-Team All-Southern Conference honors. As a four-year Division I athlete, she developed extensive experience competing in high-pressure environments, demonstrating leadership, discipline, and the commitment required at the highest levels of collegiate tennis.

Beyond competition, Marina has built valuable coaching experience at internationally recognized tennis facilities. She spent two summers coaching at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, where she worked with juniors and adults players from diverse backgrounds, assisted with technical training, and helped players develop their skills in a high-performance tennis environment.

Marina has also spent two summers coaching at Millbrook Golf & Tennis Club in New York, where she has worked with adult players and juniors through private lessons and group clinics. She designs skill-based training sessions, provides technical and tactical feedback, and helps players improve their confidence, consistency, and overall understanding of the game.

With experience as both a Division I athlete and coach, Marina combines competitive knowledge, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping players reach their full potential. Her coaching philosophy focuses on technical improvement, tactical awareness, mental toughness, and creating a positive environment where players can grow.

Marina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in Education from Mercer University. She continues to pursue opportunities in tennis coaching, player development, and leadership within the tennis industry.

NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• NCAA Division I Women’s Tennis Student-Athlete at Mercer University (2022–2026)
• Competed primarily at No. 1 singles and No. 1 doubles
• Southern Conference All-Freshman Team selection
• First-Team All-Southern Conference selection
• UTR Singles Rating: 9.52 | UTR Doubles Rating: 9.25
• Four-year NCAA Division I student-athlete competing in elite collegiate tennis
• Tennis Coach at Rafa Nadal Academy, Spain
• Tennis Coach at Millbrook Golf & Tennis Club, New York
• Experience coaching junior players, adult players, private lessons, and group clinics
• Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in Education from Mercer University
• Fluent in Spanish and English; basic French

Rocky Warner is an Atlanta racquet sports professional whose journey began teaching tennis to his teachers and tots while still in high school. A former collegiate player at Morehouse College, Rocky is RSPA-certified in both tennis and pickleball and has built his career developing players at every level.

Rocky formerly served as Girls Varsity Head Tennis Coach at Greater Atlanta Christian School, leading the program to three consecutive Region Championships and a major win over a top Westminster Varsity Girls squad his last season. His experience also includes several years coaching in GAC’s tennis academy and five years building Atlanta Youth Tennis at Sugar Creek through their Parks & Recreation. During that time, he guided four of his players to collegiate tennis and two junior league teams to city champions. Rocky takes great pride in his work with nationally ranked USTA juniors and PPA juniors as well.

With deep roots in Atlanta’s tennis community, Rocky brings experience, energy, and a passion for continuing to grow the culture of tennis and pickleball throughout Atlanta.

Caroline is originally from Cumming, Georgia and is currently a student at Georgia State University, where she is majoring in Nursing. She grew up playing tennis and has a strong passion for the sport. Caroline is outgoing and energetic and enjoys staying active and meeting new people. She enjoys traveling the world, with favorite destinations including Lake Como and London, and hopes to continue exploring new places and cultures. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and relaxing with her cat, Vincent.

Christine grew up playing tennis in Augusta, Georgia. She moved up to Atlanta four years ago to start her college career at Georgia Institute of Technology.  She is now in her senior year of studying biology and ocean climate and plans to pursue research in these areas. She dedicates lots of her free time to tennis, whether that is watching or playing, and loves being a part of the Georgia Tech club tennis team.

Bella is a motivated 15-year-old student-athlete who balances academics and athletics at a high level. She competes in high-performance tennis and plays Line 1 singles for her high school team. She also made the varsity volleyball team as a freshman, serving as the libero, and competes on the Elite 1 team with Tsunami Volleyball Club. While taking four honors classes, she demonstrates strong discipline, dedication, and time management skills. Outside of school and sports, she enjoys spending time with her friends.

Hi! I’m Xia, and I’m a Front Desk Coordinator at Agape Tennis Academy. I love being one of the first faces people see when they walk through the doors, and I do my best to make everyone feel welcomed with a smile. One of the things I value most is creating a warm, positive environment where every guest feels seen and supported.

Outside of the academy, I’m a student at Georgia State University. In my free time, I enjoy volunteering with families and organizations that support women’s health because giving back to my community is something that’s very important to me. I also love to travel and experience new places, cultures, and food whenever I get the chance.

I’m excited to be part of the Agape community, and I look forward to meeting you on your next visit!

Steffi is from Milton, GA and played 4 years of tennis for Milton High School. She went on to play for Catawba College, a Division II school outside of Charlotte, NC. She currently holds the record for most singles wins in a career for any woman at Catawba.

After college, Steffi went on to earn her master’s in Strategic Communication from High Point University in High Point, NC. She has spent the last 12 and a half years working in digital marketing for various companies throughout Atlanta.

Steffi loves being involved in the local Atlanta tennis community and helping others get started with the sport. She is also an avid pickleball player and is always looking for new folks to play with!

Greetings! My name is Bri and I’m pleased to be your office manager here at Chastain Park Tennis Center. I am an Atlanta native, a Georgia Peach if you will. My skills in the office far exceeds my skills on the tennis and pickleball courts, but I’m Naomi Osaka in spirit and the best cheerleader. I have been with Agape Tennis Academy for about 3 years and have enjoyed watching us flourish throughout the tennis community and cannot wait to see where our care and love for our guests and our team continues to thrive!