Ryan is alumni of Redlands College and competed at the regional, state, national and international levels throughout his tennis career. He competed on the Professional Tennis Tour for over 13 years where he trained and competed with players like Nick Kyrgios (World Number #13 Singles), Su-Wei Hsieh (World Number #1 Doubles), Jo Salisbury (World Number #1 Doubles) and competed throughout Asia, Europe, Africa, United States and Canada.

Ryan has coached in tennis clubs and academies working with social players to top national and international players in Germany, Austria, USA, Maldives and Australia.

Since retiring in early 2016, Ryan has returned to the Redlands where he grew up and offers his coaching services. Ryan’s goal is not only to help every player reach their full potential but also introduce students to a sport they can play for life.

Ryan’s playing achievements

• Selected for U/12 AIS Camp – top 8 players in Australia 

• Selected for district, Met East & QLD teams in Bruce Cup (Primary Schools Cup)

• Selected for U/14 QLD team at nationals carnival

• 2 x U/14 National doubles titles 

• Selected for district, Met East and QLD team in Pizzey Cup as a year 9 student (Secondary Schools Cup)

• Australian Ranking; Top 30 combined singles and doubles & top 10 doubles

• ATP World Rankings;  205 doubles, 647 singles

• Numerous AMT singles and doubles titles, ITF Men’s doubles titles and 2 x ATP Challenger doubles titles

Andrew has been playing tennis since he could walk and has a big love for the game. Andrew represented St. Joseph’s College in the Firsts team in GPS competition in high school for 3 consecutive years.

Andrew trained with Coach Ryan full time as a student for many years and has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience as a player. Andrew has an amazing work ethic and professionalism and is a great mentor and role model for all of our students. 

Andrew is currently a full-time qualified physiotherapist and continues to coach as he loves being out on court helping our students with their tennis and enjoyment. Andrew plays a big role in our amazing tennis community.

Lu has been playing tennis at our club since she was in primary school and has been an amazing student over the years. She has progressed well with her tennis and is the current Redland College Opens girls champion.

Lu is a very positive and compassionate person and is a wonderful mentor to our younger students, especially our girls. She always provides a welcoming environment to every student and makes sure they feel comfortable and enjoy their time on court. She plays an important role within our team and we are so proud to have her represent our little tennis club.