April 2026, Abuja, Nigeria
2026: Shaping Tennis Teaching Methodology
Coaches from across the region came together for workshops, certification and a lot of time on court.
50+
Attendees
50
Coaches certified
6
Workshops
8
Speakers
Highlights
- Record attendance for a regional PTR event
- First 10 & Under certification track
Meet the Organizers
Abel Ubiebi: Convener
Professional Tennis Coach & Consultant
Founder of Aces Tennis Academy with over 26 years in the tennis teaching profession. Recognized all over the world for his innovative teaching method. Has produced multiple champions dispersed across globes.
C.Spencer: Host
Certified PTR & ITF Tennis Coach
Founder & Head Pro of C.Spencer Tennis Pro Concepts with over 5 years of teaching experience. Passionate about inspiring the next generation to build confidence, purpose, and excellence through tennis.
Speakers
Pfungwa Mahefu
Founder & President, CATE
Former Zimbabwe Davis Cup player and coach, founder of The Children's Academy of Tennis Excellence (CATE).
Brian de Villiers
Co-Director, Van Der Meer Tennis Academy
Renowned high-performance tennis coach and Academy Co-Director at the Van Der Meer Tennis Academy with over 30 years of coaching experience.
Mark Tennant
Director and Owner, Coach Central
UK-based LTA Level 5 coach, educator, and mentor with extensive experience in global tennis coach development.
Abdul Idi
USPTA Elite Professional Tennis Coach
Former Nigerian junior tennis champion and US-based tennis coach dedicated to player development and mentorship.
Benson Ishicheli
Non-Playing Captain, Nigeria Davis Cup Team
Nigerian tennis coach and national team leader focused on developing grassroots and elite junior talent.
Coach Rotimi Akinloye
Former Nigerian Tennis Director
Ex-national and Davis Cup player with over 40 years of coaching experience and leadership in Nigerian tennis development.
Shina Atilola
Director, Premium Trust Bank
Senior banking executive with 24+ years' experience in business development and strategy across leading financial institutions.
Frank Termena
Head Coach, Nigeria Wheelchair Tennis Team
ITF-certified tennis coach and Head Coach of the Nigeria Wheelchair Tennis Team with extensive international experience.