Our Coaches

Contact Information Role Biography

Thomas Hawkins
Emailthomas@thehawkinsfamily.ca
Certifications
Tennis: Club Pro 1
Pickleball: Instructor 1

MPTC Program  Organizer Thomas has been playing tennis since 1997 and became certified as a Tennis Instructor from Tennis Canada in July 2015.  Thomas led the adult group lessons at the Mount Pearl Tennis Club in 2021 and 2022 and the pickleball program in 2025.  Thomas is available for private or small group lessons from individuals looking to improve their game, or for beginners new to tennis.

Damon Pitts
Emaildamonpitts68@gmail.com
Certifications
Tennis: Club Pro 1

Head Coach Damon has been playing tennis since 2015, and has coached the junior program at the Mount Pearl Tennis Club since 2021.  Damon officially became certified as a Tennis Canada Instructor in 2023 and Club Pro 1 certified in 2025.  Damon is available for private or small group lessons for beginners and/or children looking to gain skill and enjoyment out of tennis.

Colin Martin
Email 
Certifications
Tennis: Club Pro 1

Coach  

Nathan Murphy
Email 
Certifications
Tennis: Instructor

Assistant Coach  

Kristina Hawkins
Training
Pickleball: Instructor 1  

Assistant Coach Kristina has been playing tennis since 2016 and pickleball since 2025. Kristina completed the Instructor 1 Pickleball course in 2026 and will receive her certification in 2027. 

Lina Bouzaine

Assistant Coach  

Jummah Vigas

Adult Coach