Tennis By The Lake
Lakeside offers six lighted courts; four har-tru and two all weather versa-courts. The courts are open to members for the extended season (April – November), weather permitting.
We have Tennis & Pickleball Programs available for both Adults & Juniors including group and individual lessons for all levels. Adults are also welcome to participate on various competitive teams including Dogwood League & USTA
GOALS
To provide a loving, supportive, and a nurturing atmosphere in which each student can learn and develop a passion for tennis — a sport for a lifetime.
STAFF
Martin Miedzowicz - Director & Founder Evolution Tennis Academy
- Born and raised in Montevideo, Uruguay.
- Elite USTA, PPTA, and ITF and PadelMBA certified.
- Began his coaching career as a tennis instructor in Westchester while he began his undergraduate at Concordia College.
- Throughout his 13+ years of experience as a Tennis Professional in the United States, he became a remarkable tennis coach changing significantly the Racquet Program experiences of multiple facilities in Westchester, NY
- Business Entrepreneur—Innovative Tennis & Fitness Programs:Founder/ Director of Evolution Tennis Academy growing, developing, and managing programs at Tarry Crest Swim & Tennis, Pleasantville Tennis Club, Tarrytown Parks & Recreations.
- People Leader—Build & Motivate Teams: Manage professional tennis staff, assistants, maintenance, and administrative resources totaling 10+ employees.
- Trusted Coach—Customer & Board Partner: Collaborate with board of directors to define season goals, influence program improvements, and communicate updates/issues in a concise and effective manner. Foster engagement and love of tennis to members through superior instruction.
Drissa Ardjouman - Head Coach Professional
- Born and raised in Ivory Coast (RCI)
- ITF Certified and USTA.
- Ranked top #2 in the national junior’s team.
- Played professional ( ITF Futures)
- Started his coaching career in 2016 as Assistant Coach at the Ivorian National Federation (FIT) and also as Head Coach of a tennis club in Abidjan.
- Moved to the US 2019 and started working at Atlanta Athletic Club, in charge of the 14 & under development.
- In 2020 he moved to New York. Started inspiring teenagers and young kids about the game in New York Tennis Club (Bronx) and Kings County Tennis League (Brooklyn).
- September 2020 he started working at Tennis Innovators Academy. He was running adult and 18&u, 14&u and 10&u clinics.
- He made a huge impact on helping several young athletes make it to college with a full scholarship and also helped adult players technically and strategically.
- 2023 Moved to Tennis Club Riverdale as the High Performance head coach and Pickleball, helped to create the pickleball team and build the adult program.
- In March 2024 he joined Evolution Tennis Academy as Head Coach.
PRO SHOP
Junior and adult raquets for sale. Racquet stringing service is provided in the pro shop.
For questions & schedules please email the Pro Staff at: tennis.lakesidefieldclub@gmail.com
IMPORTANT
Keep in mind that booking courts, signing up for clinics and events is through CourtReserve. If you are a member and don’t have a CourtReserve account yet, please email us at tennis.lakesidefieldclub@gmail.com
and we will create one for you.