April 28, 2015

Getting to Know: Chris Doerr, Co-Director of Nike Tennis Camps at University of Memphis

Chris Doerr joined the University of Memphis men's tennis staff as a volunteer assistant coach in August of 2012 and was hired as the program's assistant coach in July of 2013.  The former Mississippi State netter was a four-year letterwinner for the Bulldogs and was named the SEC Player of the Week one time in his junior season. He also served as a volunteer assistant coach at Mississippi State for the 2010-11 season. 

GETTING TO KNOW.....
Chris Doerr - Co-Director of Nike Tennis Camps at University of Memphis

How long have you been coaching college tennis and Nike Tennis Camps?
This will be my 4th year directing summer camps, second doing Nike camps. 

Favorite Camp Drill?
My favorite drill is definitely a doubles drill called King, where you play approach play out the point, volley play out the point and then get fed an overhead. If you win all three then you become the King of the court. Its so much fun and really shows off all the shots you need in tennis.

Why did you start coaching tennis?
I got into coaching because tennis has so much to offer every level of player. It is so much fun to run around and a hit a ball in so many interesting ways. Helping teach people something they can play until they are 75 is another huge motive.

Favorite off-court activity?
My favorite off court activity is to watch or play any sport or grill out with my family.

Go-To Nike Gear?
I absolutely love the Nike Air Vapours, especially in Memphis blue. They are so comfortable and make me feel faster.

If you could borrow one stroke from any pro tennis player….
I would definitely take Juan Martin del Potro's forehand. It is an incredible shot.

For more information on the camps this summer at Memphis, check out https://www.ussportscamps.com/tennis/nike/nike-tennis-camp-at-university-of-memphis/