Synchronized hitting with Novak Djokovic · Indian Wells
Elite Tennis Coaching — Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles

JoeyRotheram

Whatever your level, there's a version of your game that's significantly better. Joey Rotheram — former Division I player, trained by the world's top coaches — gives you the coaching, strategy, and mindset to get there.

823+
USTA Matches Played
Big West Champion
#1
UCSB Doubles
Top 50
National Recruit
6.0
USTA NTRP

Elite Experience

Joey Rotheram at Indian Wells with pro player
At Indian Wells — where Joey plays alongside ATP & WTA professionals
Joey Rotheram hitting forehand
UCSB Men's Tennis Team
UC Santa Barbara Men's Tennis — 2021 Big West Conference Champions
Synchronized hitting with Djokovic
Hitting with Giovanni Perricard
Hitting with Alexander Bublik
Serving with Sam Querrey
Slice battle with Alexander Bublik
Hitting with Lorenzo Musetti
Credentials

A Playing Career Built at the Highest Level

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Collegiate & Junior Excellence

  • 5-star recruit — Top 50 in the United States
  • Top 15 in California, Top 10 in Southern California (all junior age groups)
  • Played #1 Doubles at UC Santa Barbara
  • 4× Big West Conference Champion
  • Helped defeat Texas Tech in NCAA Division I Tournament (2018–2019), advancing UCSB to the 2nd round for the first time in 20 years
  • All Big West First Team Doubles (2018–2019)
  • Nationally ranked #52 in collegiate doubles
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Tournament Titles & Highlights

  • Manhattan Open Doubles: Finalist (2017), Champion (2018, 2019)
  • Won UCSB Classic (Singles, 2018–19) — defeated UCLA, Oregon, Fresno State
  • Won UCSB Classic (Doubles, 2019–20)
  • ITA Southwest Regional Semifinalist (Doubles, 2019–20)
  • Designated Southern California qualifier for US Open Doubles (2016)
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Coaching & Development

  • Assistant Varsity Coach — Mira Costa High School (Boys & Girls)
  • 20+ years of playing experience
  • RSPA (Racquet Sports Professionals Association) Certified Coach
  • "Fearless Tennis" Mental Game Course — Jeff Greenwald
  • Tennis Strategy Courses — Fuzzy Yellow Balls
  • The Power of Mindset Masterclass
Mira Costa High School 2026 Boys Tennis Team
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Areas of Expertise

  • Mental performance training — focus, confidence, match composure
  • Strategy development and in-match adjustments
  • Pattern recognition and point construction
  • Technical analysis of all players
  • Translating elite concepts into practical, learnable steps
  • Deep experiential knowledge across all skill levels
Training Pedigree

Trained Under the World's Best

Joey has trained under coaches who have shaped the careers of Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Maria Sharapova, Andy Roddick, and Andy Murray — absorbing their methodologies and bringing that elite knowledge directly to his students.

Rick Macci
Coached Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Andy Roddick & Maria Sharapova
Michael Joyce
Coach of Maria Sharapova — former ATP professional
Sergio Casal
Sánchez-Casal Academy — coached Andy Murray & Grigor Dimitrov
Emilio Sánchez
Sánchez-Casal Academy — coached Andy Murray & Daniela Hantuchová
Frank Giampaolo
Worked with Maria Sharapova, Sloane Stephens & high-performance juniors
Pato Alvarez
Coached Marcelo Ríos — former world #1 — and multiple ATP players
Jeff Greenwald
Author of Fearless Tennis — mental performance specialist
World-Class Training Environments

Academy Experience

Joey has trained at the most prestigious tennis academies in the world — where the next generation of Grand Slam champions are developed.

Sánchez-Casal Academy, Florida Sánchez-Casal Academy, Barcelona Bollettieri Academy, Florida Saddlebrook Academy Weil Advantage
Elite Network

On Court with the World's Best

Joey regularly plays with and against ATP & WTA professionals at the Indian Wells BNP Paribas Open — one of the sport's biggest events. His network spans the highest levels of the professional game.

Marin ČilićATP #45 | Career High: #3
Karolina MuchováWTA #13 | Career High: #8
Alexander BublikATP #10 | Career High: #10
Jelena OstapenkoWTA Doubles #12 | CH Singles: #5
Kristina MladenovicWTA Career High: #10
Giovanni M. PerricardATP #54 | Career High: #29
Jacob FearnleyATP #87 | Career High: #49
Valentin RoyerATP #60 | Career High: #54
Elsa JacquemotWTA #60 | Career High: #143
Rebeka MasarovaWTA #110 | Career High: #64
Roman Andres BurruchagaATP #98
Francesco MaestrelliATP #114
Tommy PaulATP #11 | Career High: #9
Danielle CollinsWTA #14 | Career High: #7
Nikola MektićATP Doubles #12 | Career High: #1
Caroline GarciaWTA #70 | Career High: #4
Pablo Carreño BustaATP #112 | Career High: #10
Lorenzo MusettiATP #16 | Career High: #15
Ekaterina AlexandrovaWTA #19 | Career High: #16
Anna KalinskayaWTA #33 | Career High: #24
Magdalena FręchWTA #30
Lulu SunWTA #49 | Career High: #49
Peyton StearnsWTA #43
Ashlyn KruegerWTA #41
Giuliana OlmosWTA Doubles #38 | Career High: #6
Christopher O'ConnellATP #75 | Career High: #53
Corentin MoutetATP #79 | Career High: #51
Maria SharapovaFormer World #1
Andre AgassiGrand Slam Champion
Mike BryanGreatest Doubles Player of All Time
Sam QuerreyFormer US Open Semifinalist
Steve JohnsonATP Professional
John IsnerFormer US Open Finalist
Taylor FritzUS Open Finalist
Max CressyATP Professional
Sloane StephensUS Open Champion
Michael ChangFrench Open Champion
Ernests GulbisATP Professional
Bradley KlahnATP Professional
Marcos GironATP Professional
Rajeev RamDoubles Specialist
Nathaniel LammonsWorld Doubles Ranking: #22
Landon DonovanUS Soccer Legend
Jordan BelfortThe Wolf of Wall Street
Josh RosenNFL Quarterback
Track Record

A Lifetime of Winning

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5-Star National Recruit

Ranked Top 50 in the United States and Top 15 in California before college

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NCAA Division I Tournament Victory

Helped UCSB advance to the 2nd round — the program's first in 20 years

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Manhattan Open Champion

Doubles Champion (2018, 2019) and Finalist (2017)

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US Open Qualifier

Designated Southern California qualifier for US Open Doubles (2016)

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Top 10 Southern California Rankings — Every Age Group

Top 10 Southern California ranking in 10s, 12s, 14s, 16s, and 18s

"He beat me 6–0, 6–0 the first time I ever played him — and that motivated me to get better. When he graduated I was lucky enough to hit with him, and we've been playing two or three times a week ever since. He's taught me a lot of technique, but the most important thing is something he always says: accelerate through the ball. If everything else goes wrong but you're swinging fast, the ball will go in. That's one of the best pieces of advice I've ever had."

— Student, Live Oak Park — hitting with Joey for 4+ years
Methodology

How Joey Coaches

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Technical Precision

Trained at the world's top academies under coaches who have developed Grand Slam champions. Every technical cue is grounded in elite-level methodology.

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Tactical Intelligence

Pattern recognition, point construction, and in-match adjustments — Joey coaches the game within the game, helping players think and compete like professionals.

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Mental Performance

Certified in mental game coaching and trained under Jeff Greenwald (Fearless Tennis), Joey helps players develop the composure, focus, and confidence to compete under pressure.

What I Offer

Coaching for Every Level of Player

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Private Lessons

One-on-one instruction fully tailored to your goals, technique, and schedule. Whether you're picking up a racquet for the first time or preparing for tournament play, every session is built around you.

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Group Clinics

Small-group sessions (2–4 players) combining individualized feedback with the energy and friendly competition that accelerates improvement faster than solo drilling.

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Match Prep & Strategy

Pattern recognition, game-plan development, and mental performance coaching for competitive players preparing for tournaments, league matches, or college recruiting.

Who this is for

  • Adult beginners & recreational players
  • Competitive club & USTA players
  • Junior development (all ages)
  • High school & college-bound athletes
  • Players who have plateaued and want a breakthrough
  • Anyone who wants to understand the game at a deeper level

What Students Say

"If everything else goes wrong, but you're swinging fast with the racket, the ball will go in. That's one of the best pieces of advice I've ever had."
— Brent, 4-year student
"Joey's an amazing coach. He was always there for me. He taught me how to step through my volleys and have great consistency throughout the point."
— Mick, 4-year student
"He's very personal, very likable — and he doesn't yell at you. If you're lucky to work with Joey, you're very lucky."
— Rachel, 9-month student
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you coach?

Sessions are based in Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles.

What level players do you work with?

All levels — from complete beginners to seasoned competitors. Joey tailors every session to where you are now and where you want to go. No experience necessary to start.

How long are sessions?

Standard sessions are 60 minutes. Extended 90-minute sessions are available for players who want to cover more ground or work on match-play scenarios in depth.

How often should I train?

Most players see the strongest results with 2–3 sessions per week. Even once a week produces consistent improvement when combined with quality practice time on your own.

What does a typical lesson look like?

Each session is structured around your specific goals — technical analysis, stroke mechanics, footwork, strategy, or match-play situations. No two sessions are identical. Joey builds each one around what you need that day.

Do you offer group lessons?

Yes — small group sessions (2–4 players) are available and can be a great way to work on competitive drills and match scenarios with others at a similar level.

How do I get started?

Book a free 30-minute intro call. It's a no-pressure conversation about your game and goals. If it feels like a good fit, we'll schedule your first session from there.

Do you work with juniors?

Yes. Joey has coached juniors at the high school and club level, including players at Mira Costa High School. Junior development is a focus — building the right habits early makes a lasting difference.

Your First Step Is a Free Conversation

Book a free 30-minute intro call. No commitment, no pressure — just a conversation about your game, your goals, and how to get you to the next level. If it feels like a good fit, we'll schedule your first session.

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