Abdul Jordan | Racquet Sports Leader
I am a racquet sports leader, coach, and program operator with more than 25 years of professional coaching experience across private, public, parks and recreation, and commercial facilities. I have led athlete-centered tennis and pickleball programs, developed coaches, and built welcoming facility experiences that connect performance, participation, and community.
My leadership approach begins with connection, pairing clear standards, thoughtful people management, and measurable results. I am pursuing racquet sports and recreation leadership opportunities where I can guide inclusive, sustainable operations; expand access; and develop the next generation of players, coaches, and community partners. Above all, I remain committed to giving back to Parks & Recreation and the communities that have given so much to me.
Professional Experience
25+ years of professional coaching • 15+ years of recreation-program implementation • 2,500+ clients served through Jordan Athletics • USTA Racquet Sports Management Apprentice (RSMA)
Credentials & Education
Certifications: USTA Coaching Tennis Teaching Pro / PTR / PPR / USRSA Professional Racquet Stringer / First Aid / CPR / AED
Degrees: B.S., North Carolina A&T State University
Memberships: RSPA, USTA, UTR, & PTR
Player Experience
J.H. Rose High School Sports Hall of Fame Inductee / North Carolina A&T State University Team Captain / Letterman / MVP / Multiple Mahogany Tennis Classic Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles Championships
About the USTA Racquet Sports Management Apprenticeship (RSMA)
This public-facing portfolio culminates my proposed racquet sports facility plan created through the USTA Racquet Sports Management Apprentice (RSMA) Program. It brings together the industry foundation, business plan, leadership, people management work, and elective case studies that shape a sustainable, athlete-centered facility. Use the navigation to explore the facility vision, programming pathway, financial and marketing strategy, and systems for developing people and serving the community.
Portfolio Gallery
USTA Racquet Sports Management Apprenticeship cohort at the National Campus.
Illustrative junior tennis coaching scene.
Illustrative tennis coaching and program planning scene.