Our coaching team
Mike Pervolarakis
Michail “Mike” Pervolarakis offers a unique perspective forged at the highest levels of collegiate and professional tennis. As a former ATP professional with a career-high world ranking of #366 in singles and #157 in doubles, Mike understands the dedication and strategy required to compete on the international circuit. He has proudly represented Greece in the Davis Cup, bringing a wealth of team competition experience to his coaching. His professional success was built on a standout collegiate career at the University of Portland, where he was a dominant force. Honored as the West Coast Conference Player of the Year in both 2017 and 2018, he led the Pilots from the top of the lineup. It was during this time he also completed his Bachelor of Science in Psychology, graduating in 2018. This combination of elite athletic experience and a formal understanding of the mental side of performance allows Mike to bring a strong technical and tactical approach to every session. He excels at helping players develop not only their strokes but also their strategic thinking and on-court resilience.
Sam Iftikhar
Samir "Sam" Iftikhar draws from a deep well of experience that spans the international junior circuit, a decorated collegiate career, and the professional circuit, where he maintains a current ATP world ranking. Sam has competed in the Davis Cup, won two Gold Balls at the U.S. Over 30s National Clay and Hard Court Championships, and is a two-time Pacific Northwest Men's Open Singles Champion and the 2018 Washington State Open Champion. While a team captain at the University of New Mexico, Sam’s discipline extended into his academics, earning him the title of Mountain West Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Year in 2015 while he completed both a degree in Philosophy and an MBA. For over 10 years, he has worked with junior and adult players of all levels, developing a coaching style that is both high-performance and personally attentive, and his extensive background as a competitor directly informs his coaching. This unique combination of athletic and academic dedication shapes his entire coaching philosophy. Drawing from his experiences as a Division I coach, director of a high-performance junior program, and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Sam offers well-rounded mentorship and guidance to his players. He takes pride in his ability to communicate clearly and connect with each player, providing comprehensive guidance that goes beyond technique to help them achieve their goals.
Maurice Willacy
Maurice Willacy is a former professional tour player turned elite tennis coach based in Bellevue. With firsthand experience competing at the highest levels, he understands the demands of modern tennis and translates that into high-impact training for his players.
He has played a key role in developing multiple NCAA #1 athletes and has worked alongside current top 10 ATP players. Known for his energy and attention to detail, he focuses on building aggressive, confident players with strong fundamentals and a fearless mindset.
Katya Skachova
Katsiaryna “Katya” Skachkova is a tennis coach and active professional player from Belarus. She has career-high WTA rankings of No. 965 in singles and No. 867 in doubles, and she continues to compete in professional tournaments. This keeps her sharp as both a coach and a hitting partner.
In 2020, she graduated from the Belarusian State University of Physical Education with a degree in Tennis Coaching. Katya has strong communication skills and enjoys teaching players of all levels. She focuses on solid technique, fundamentals, and helping players improve their game in a positive and engaging way
Jamie Fisher
Jamie Fisher has a depth of experience spanning the junior and collegiate levels. Raised in Oregon playing junior tennis in the PNW section, Jamie has a wide range of success playing at high levels: winning the 18 and under junior sectionals doubles tournament and consistently being a highly ranked junior in the PNW. He went on to play college tennis at the University of Portland while earning a degree in computer science. Drawing from his technical background, Jamie enjoys bringing an analytical approach to training and matchplay and especially appreciates the strategy of doubles play.
Hasan Ertekin
Hasan Ertekin has been active as a high-level player and high-performance tennis coach for the past 30 years. With roots in Australia and Canada, Hasan is a self-taught player who reached an NTRP level of 5.0. He spent five years (2007–2011) with Tennis Canada's Coach Mentor Program under the guidance of the late Bob Brett. During that time, he worked with players Felix Auger-Aliassime, Denis Shapovalov, and Alejandro Tabilo. Hasan offers a foundational approach to coaching with strong technical and tactical experience for player development and an emphasis on holistic athletic development.