"Coach Robinson and Coach Gordon took my game to the next level with 2 years of training. I went from no ranking at all to top 20 in the state of Georgia. Two of the best coaches and mentors, i've ever worked with!" 
-Daniel Vincent ​

Shadisha Robinson
Co-Director 

At the University of Georgia, Shadisha Robinson, was ranked # 1 in doubles and #6 in singles by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA). From there, she went on to become one of the rising stars on the professional tennis circuit.

Robinson has now turned her focus on helping youth in the community discover their tennis talent. She runs a year-round tennis program in the Stone Mountain area. 

Why did you decide to open a tennis academy?

Shadisha Robinson: I hope to change [kids'] lives for the better by offering tennis at this level. [Tennis] can open doors of opportunity for [young people] and make a huge impact on them educationally, physically and emotionally.

Where is your tennis academy located?

Robinson: I live in the Southland community and the tennis academy is located at the Wynbrooke Country Club in Stone Mountain.

What’s the most challenging part of running the tennis academy?
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Robinson: I’m always trying to make sure that the parents' and kids' needs are met. Sometimes expectations can be unrealistic.

What’s been the most rewarding part about what you do?

 Robinson: I like seeing the improvement in the kids and changing their lives [for the better].

What advice would you give an entrepreneur wanting to get into the business?

Robinson: I would say that they should have a passion and a game plan. Once you have a passion you’ll be willing to do the work and you will ultimately succeed.

Kwame Gordon 
Co-Director

Playing and competing since the age of 10 yrs old. He received a full tennis scholarship to Tyler Junior College in Texas. Kwame was ranked among the top 10 guys in the eastern section as well as competed on the highest levels nationally. Kwame has competed against players such as James Blake and Andy Roddick.  He is a USPTA/R certified coach since 2005 and has coached and trained some of the top players in the eastern section. Former member of American Tennis Association Tournament Team. Now that his playing career is over his focus has been redirected to helping expose the wonderful game of tennis to the youth in the community. We feel that it is imperative to introduce non traditional sports such as tennis, golf, and swimming to the youth, which will ultimately help them expand their horizons.

Contact Us 
​Phone :  (347) 233 0457 |  (706) 254 8929
Email : risingstarstennis0785@gmail.com