Michael is in his 15th year at Fairfield and brings over 20 years of teaching experience to players from red ball to the professional level. Michael has 15 years of Director experience including being the Tennis Director of Fairfield Tennis from 2014-2017 as well as the Director of Tennis at Brae Burn Country Club from 2006-2009. In 2010 Michael became the Director of Racquets at Birchwood Country Club in Westport, where he currently teaches tennis, pickleball, and platform tennis.
A tournament tested player, Michael played professional tournaments for 6 years, as well as earning All American honors at Washington College in Maryland, including two NCAA National Championships and induction in to the Washington College Hall of Fame. He also achieved top 3 Sectional and State rankings in Florida and the Mid-Atlantic as well as top 10 junior ranking in his native New Zealand. His teaching background includes working with touring pros, NCAA national champions, nationally ranked juniors, and state high school champions. He also enjoys working with beginners through the most experienced tournament player and every level in-between.