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Our Team
Jason Lee
Jason is a native of Southern California and a former AVP pro beach volleyball player. Jason has owned and operated beach volleyball clubs, indoor volleyball clubs and tennis academies. He currently serves as the Director of Spiritual Life and active member of the board at Inspiration Academy school. Jason has four students at Inspiration Academy, including two sons who are part of the full time tennis academy.
Percy Melzi
Percy is an accomplished tennis professional and academy director with extensive international experience in player development, coaching, and program management. Originally from Peru and currently based in Florida, Percy has built a career spanning over 20 years, working with elite junior players, ATP/WTA professionals, and national teams across South America, Europe, and the United States.
Known for his technical acumen and holistic training methodology, Percy has held leadership roles in several high-performance academies and federations, including work with top-tier development programs in Spain and competitive training environments in the U.S. His expertise covers all aspects of athlete development—ranging from foundational technique to tactical and mental training. Percy’s passion lies in guiding athletes to reach their full potential while fostering discipline, resilience, and a love for the game.
Mauricio Hadad
Mauricio is a former professional tennis player from Colombia and the only Colombian in history to win an ATP Tour singles title, claiming victory at the Bermuda Open in 1995. He reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of World No. 78 in September 1995 and made third-round appearances at both the Australian Open and U.S. Open.
Hadad was a key figure in Colombian tennis, representing his country in 20 Davis Cup ties between 1989 and 2001 and holding the national record with 35 match wins. He later served as captain of the Colombia Davis Cup Team from 2013 to 2016, playing a pivotal role in mentoring a new generation of Colombian talent, including Alejandro Falla, Santiago Giraldo, and Juan Sebastián Cabal. Beyond his national contributions, Hadad achieved international recognition as a coach. He guided Maria Sharapova to her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in 2004 and has also coached British players Heather Watson and Laura Robson.
Donny Saab-Alvarez
Donny is a seasoned tennis coach and fitness professional based in Bradenton, Florida, with over 25 years of playing experience and more than 17 years as a USPTA Certified Tennis Professional. Originally from the New York City area, Donny began his career as a professional personal trainer and tennis coach, working with the New York Sport Times and National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens. He holds a B.A. in American Studies and Government from SUNY Old Westbury and has been serving the Florida tennis community since relocating in 2009.
Abrie Du Plooy
With over three decades of experience in the world of competitive tennis and player development, Abrie du Plooy brings a unique blend of professional playing insight and elite-level coaching expertise to every athlete he mentors. A former ATP Tour competitor and standout Division I player for the University of Tennessee, Abrie has spent his career translating high-performance playing experience into world-class instruction.
As the founder and director of the Abrie du Plooy Tennis Academy in New Orleans, Louisiana, Abrie has built one of the region’s premier training programs. His academy serves players of all levels — from beginners to nationally ranked juniors — offering year-round clinics, high-performance programs, private coaching, summer and holiday camps, UTR events, and team development.
Abrie is certified by both the United States Professional Tennis Registry (USPTR) and the United States Tennis Professional Association (USTPA), ensuring that his coaching is grounded in the latest methodologies and best practices. Known for his sharp eye for technique, focus on fundamentals, and dedication to mental toughness, Abrie instills confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love for the game in every athlete he coaches.
Whether developing rising junior talent or helping adult players refine their skills, Abrie remains committed to one core mission: creating champions on and off the court.
Kalin Davidov
Kalin started playing tennis as a second sport when he was 5 years old. At 16 he was the youngest professional volleyball player in Bulgaria. He studied at the Sports Universities of Sofia and Cologne(Germany). He has a bachelor’s degree in physical education and tennis coaching and participated in a Master’s degree program in high sports performance in tennis. Kalin's son, Teo Davidov, is currently a blue chip Freshman, an 11.72 UTR and is ranked Top 10 in the USA for his age group.
Gabriel Muniz
Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Coach Gabe moved to Orlando, Florida at a young age, where his passion for tennis took root. As a junior player, he achieved a top-30 ranking in Florida and a national ranking of 295 in the U.S.
Coach Gabe earned a full athletic scholarship to Lees-McRae College, where he competed at the No. 1 position in both singles and doubles. He earned national recognition in doubles and played a key role in leading his team to the regional tournament for the first time in over a decade.
His coaching career began at Beech Mountain Country Club in North Carolina and continued as an assistant coach at Lees-McRae, where he was instrumental in recruiting international talent. He has also coached at High 5 Tennis Academy in Brandon, FL, and Hunters Green Tennis Academy in Tampa, FL, developing junior players across all levels.
Coach [Your Name] brings competitive experience, a strong international background, and a passion for player development to every court he steps on.
Brian Commerford
Brian is our on site strength and conditioning coach with a passion for developing young athletes and a proven track record. Brian follows a holistic approach that utilizes evidence based and innovative sports science while integrating cutting edge technology. Brian has led Inspiration to receive numerous awards including the NHSSCA Program of Excellence for the 2022-2025 period.
