Our Staff

 

Craig Miller – Director

Craig Miller is the director of IQ Tennis and has proven to be among the leading tennis coaches in the world over the past 15 years. He has years of experience in all fields of the tennis industry and is a respected authority in the teaching of tennis technique from all levels including beginner to elite.

Craig is also the Head Coach for Wesley College Tennis which has 55 Tennis Teams and over 3000 students total.

His experiences have lead to the development of his IQ Tennis™ coaching system which rapidly accelerates the learning process.

Professional Achievements Include:

  • Australian Junior Champion.
  • Number Four World Junior.
  • 10 years as a Full-Time International Touring Professional Player.
  • Top 100 in Singles and 35 in Doubles on ATP Men’s Professional Tour.
  • Played Main Draw of all four Grand Slam Titles - Wimbledon, French, Australian and U.S. Opens.
  • Tennis Australia National Coach (7 yrs)
  • Chairman of National Selectors (15 yrs)
  • NSW State Coach (8 yrs)
  • Certified High Performance Coach (Highest Qualification)
  • Head Coach Wesley College Tennis

NB: There are only 22 High Performance Coaches in Victoria out a total registration of approx 1320 Coaches. (TCAV 2006 Member list).This statistic underpins the credibility of Craig Miller as a High Performance Coach and his IQ Tennis™ brand.

Tricia Keltie – Business Marketing Manager

Tricia KeltieTricia’s formal qualifications in Marketing, Business law, Communications and Workplace Training are an asset in her role which includes general operations. Her previous work experience includes Event Management and Business Development. Tricia works closely with clients and venue operators and is the liaison for all services and enquiries for IQ Tennis™. Tricia is a dedicated professional who applies “best practice” in customer service operations.

Qualifications Certified Practicing Marketer(candidate), Post Grad Cert Marketing, Cert IV in Workplace Training and Assessment, Registered Nurse, Advanced Diploma of Business-Legal Practice, Contract Law and Business law, Cert 3 Communication Skills and Techniques, Cert lV Counseling

CURRENT ROLE – Business Marketing Manager 

  • Business development and Marketing
  • Business Operations and logistics
  • Networking and Relationship Development 
  • Coordination of IQ Tennis™ Tacker programs
  • Event Management

 

 Andrew Florent - Specialist Elite Coach

                          -  Wesley Boys Firsts Coach                 

 

Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to IQ Tennis.  He is best known for his iconic ATP Doubles results with partner Josh Eagle This saw him reach the ATP Doubles Masters (Top 8 pairs in the world) on three occassions. Andrew has travelled with and coached many notable Tour level players.   He specialises in working with our elite players and is known as a real task-master in terms of excepting no less than achieving the player's best "IQ" (Intensity and Quality)

His achievements include:

  • Reached the ATP Doubles Masters 3 times (Top 8 pairs in the world)
  • Highest ATP Doubles Ranking of 13.
  • Former Touring Coach for Maghann Shaughnessy who reached a career high WTA Ranking of 11.
  • Former Touring Coach of Mark Philipoussis.
  • Currently Coaching in the National High Performance Academy at Melbourne Park.

Evie Diminikovic - Specialist Elite Coach

                          -  Wesley Girls Firsts Coach

Evie is the Wesley College Girls Firsts Team Coach/Manager and brings a wealth of experience to benefit the team in its quest to be premiers. She also is available for specialist IQ Tennis Coaching and hitting sessions when not involved in coaching players in the Tennis Australia National High Performance Academy. Evie has a charismatic personality and her extensive experience and knowledge ensures rapid improvement in her students.

Her achievements include:

  • Represented Australia in Fed Cup 2001-2002 and in 2005
    with a win/loss record of 5-4
  • Winner of 12 Senior ITF Doubles Events
  • Winner of the WTA Bali Open in 2002 with Tanasugarn
  • Reached the 3rd round of the Australian Open Singles in 2001 and 2003
  • Reached the 3rd round of the French Open Singles in 2002
  • Coach of the Wesley College Girls Firsts Team
  • Coach for Tennis Australia NHPA Program

Ron Woodbridge - Coach

Ron Woodbridge is an extremely well known and respected identity in the tennis industry.  He has a wealth of experience in all facets of the game and is an absolute asset to IQ Tennis.  He has a likeable and enthusiastic personality and approachable nature.

His achievements include:

  • Former Australian Junior Champion
  • Qualified Advanced Coach (Level 2)
  • Played Clud Tennis for Bern in Switzerland
  • Full Time Touring Professional Player for 5 years
  • Over 15 years coaching experience
  • Has won Victorian Pennant in State Grade and Grades 1, 2 and 4.

Dan Norris - Coach

Dan Norris come to us from England where he achieved great success and respect at Premier Clubs throughout London.  He has a enormous amount of knowledge and experience and charms with his "Hugh Grant - like"  personality and sense of humour. 

His achievements include:

  • Over 10 years of coaching experience
  • Experience coaching players from all levels, beginner to elite.
  • Has conducted British LTA Junior Performance Squads
  • Former Senior Assistant Coach at the Bourne Tennis Club in Farnham, England

 

 

Daniel Wendler - Coach

Daniel has spent much of the last 5 years coaching and playing tennis throughout Australia, Europe and the United States.   He is experienced in coaching players of all levels from beginner to elite.  Daniel is friendly, approachable and has an infectious personality.

His achievements include:

  • Recently returned from the ATP Tour where hr reached the top 600 in singles and 300 in doubles.
  • Played German Club Tennis in 2007 with a 5-1 winning record.
  • Former Number 1 Ranked  Australian Junior in the 16's and 18's Age Group.
  • Full time tennis coaching 1999-2001.
  • Hiitting partner for top 10 WTA Ranked women players during the Australian Open.

 

 

Sebastian Bell - Assistant Coach

 

Sebastian combines his burgeoning career as a professional tennis player with his excellent tennis coaching abilities as a solid member of the IQ Tennis staff. He presents as an outstanding role model for all aspiring juniors and seniors alike. He trains as a member of the National High Performance Academy at Tennis Australia. Sebastian is proficient at all levels of coaching from IQ Tennis Tackers to our elite squad program.

 

  • Certified Tennis Australia Level 1 Development Coach
  • National High Performance Academy scholarhip recipient
  • IQ Tennis Squad Coach
  • Physical training assistant