Tom Pociecha
Tom has been coaching for 15 years and has been part of the Rosedale family for 22 years.
He has worked in both private and group settings with students of all ages and levels. His interactive style incorporates instruction with a realistic game based approach and many of his students have gone on to attain scholarships in the United States.
Played in the number 1 position on the McMaster Marauder Men’s Varsity Tennis Team, (won silver medal at the OUA team competition). Still active in competition he is currently ranked 5th in Canada in the A division and in the top 20 in the Open division in Ontario
Tom believes that learning to play tennis incorporates many life lessons such as patience, the need to be playful and perseverance.
Favorite Quote: Character consists of what you do on the third and fourth tries
Tennis Certification:
- Tennis Canada Coach Level 2 High Performance
- Tennis Ontario Club Professional Level 2
McMaster University graduate with Bachelor in Mathematical Sciences
Brock University graduate with Bachelor in Education