Team Members
Arvind Aravindhan
CEO and Executive Director
As theCEO since 2020 and Executive Director of Tennis at JKST since 1991, I bring a distinguished career spanning both playing, coaching and administrative roles in professional tennis. With a background as a former ATP and ITF circuit player, I achieved notable rankings including #2 in India as a Junior and top 75 in ITF Juniors. My coaching experience extends to all four Grand Slam tournaments and the ATP tour, focusing on high-performance juniors and adults. I have successfully coached and led numerous USTA Adult and Junior Teams to National Championships. Additionally, I played college tennis at Austin Peay State University and Erskine College, and I currently serve as a USPTA Professional and a Board Member for USTA Middle States since 2019.
Manoj Balaji Kannan
Staff Tennis Professional
I am a Tennis Professional at the Julian Krinsky School of Tennis since 2024, bringing a wealth of international coaching experience. Previously, I served as Head Coach at the Match Point Tennis Academy in Chennai, India, and as Senior Tennis Coach at Voyager Tennis Academy in Sydney, Australia. I coach players of all ages and levels, drawing on my background as a nationally ranked tennis player in India. I am certified by the Global Professional Tennis Coach Association and the All India Tennis Association (AITA), reflecting my commitment to professional coaching standards. Additionally, I hold an MBA from Tamil Nadu Open University, enhancing my strategic approach to coaching and player development.
Andrew Waters
General Manager
With over two decades of dedication to tennis, I bring a wealth of experience as a Tennis Professional at JKST since 2004, where I also serve as the Manager of Gulph Mills JKST and oversee the Directorship of Summer Tennis Camps. Originating from a competitive junior career in South Africa, I further honed my skills playing collegiate tennis at Appalachian State University. My coaching philosophy is grounded in working with players of all ages and levels, fostering their growth and passion for the sport
Sandy Meinfelder
Senior Tennis Professional
Since 1986, I have been a Tennis Professional at the Julian Krinsky School of Tennis, bringing decades of experience and expertise to coaching. I played college tennis at Vernon Court College in Newport, RI, and participated in the junior Wightman Cup. With a passion for teaching players of all ages and skill levels, I particularly enjoy introducing tennis to newcomers. My education from Vernon Court College complements my extensive practical experience in the sport.
Mukundan Nandakumar
High Performanc Tennis Coach
I am a dedicated USPTA Professional and Tennis Professional at JKST since 2003, with a robust background in competitive tennis. As a former top 5 ranked Junior player in India, I have competed in ITF and ATP tournaments, bringing extensive playing experience to my coaching career. Specializing in High Performance Juniors and adult players of all levels, I have coached several top-ranked USTA Middle States players. I played college tennis at Kutztown State University and was honored as the first tennis player inducted into Kutztown University's athletic hall of fame.
Carl Richard
Senior Tennis Professional
I am a USPTA Professional and Tennis Professional at JKST since 1999, with a diverse background in the sport. Formerly the Tennis Director at Picket Post Swim and Tennis and currently a Co-Owner of Dromomedia LLC, I bring extensive experience as a competitive tennis player from South Africa. I specialize in coaching juniors and adults of all levels, with expertise in Cardio Tennis. Additionally, I hold certification as a PTR Professional, enhancing my ability to develop players' skills and passion for tennis.