James Temple

The Devon LTA’s Young Coach of the Year, James oversees the tennis, squash and racketball sections. He manages the tennis coaching programme and organises club and county tournaments at the club.

James played as a junior in Wiltshire, competing and coaching at tennis clubs and centres across the South West before joining Exeter Golf and Country Club in 2010. In 2014 he received a nomination for Devon LTA Young Coach of the Year.

Top tips:

1. Aim to hit the ball at waist height and in front of you.
2. Play one point at a time.
3. Be patient, both during points and as you look to improve.