MEET THE crew

  • FOUNDER

    A multi-sport athlete who fell in love with tennis when he was 12 and never looked back, Devin Nerenberg has made it his mission to give back to the game that has given him so much. He strives to use his wealth of experience, his positive outlook, and his people skills to share the true value of tennis with anyone who wants to learn. Devin earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and has been training tennis players for over 10 years.

  • CO-COACH

    Abby travels to nearly every practice, and prides herself on her fetching and swimming skills. She inspires players with her infectious attitude and work ethic, and can be found co-coaching or dozing in the sun.

  • CO-FOUNDER

    Liam is 8 months younger than Abby. His favorite activities include driving his toy car, throwing the tennis ball for Abby, and going to the beach. He’s the sweetest human in the world.

Devin’s resume

  • Coaching Highlights

    • Hitting partner for top ATP/WTA pros, including: Tomas Berdych, Fabio Fognini, Danielle Collins, Garbine Muguruza, Sloane Stephens, Cici Bellis,, Heather Watson, Timea Babos

    • Traveled to 2015 US Open with Bethanie Mattek-Sands

    • Traveling coach for Stanford # 2, Angelica Blake

    • Traveled with players to top tier junior events such as Easter Bowl, and Orange Bowl, and other L1s

    • Faculty Coach at The Tennis Congress, Tuscon, Ariz.

    • Tennis Professional at The Phoenician Resort, Scottsdale, Ariz.

    • PTR Certified

  • Playing career highlights

    • Achieved #1 ranking in USTA Norcal Junior and Men’s Open Standings

    • Starter and letterwinner for UC Santa Barbara Men’s Tennis Team

    • UC Santa Cruz Men’s Tennis team; ranked #1 in region, #4 in nation, All-American honors

    • Competed in ITF Futures and Challenger events

    • Recipient of the USTA Norcal Sportsmanship Award

  • Current

    • Founder of Morning Crew Tennis

    • Coach of numerous top-nationally ranked junior and collegiate players

    • Head Coach for Canada College Women’s Tennis Program

    • Currently co-running Cardinal Junior Clinic at Stanford University

    • Partner with Boys and Girls Club of the Coastside running youth tennis programs