SALT LAKE CITY – The University of Utah men’s tennis head coach, Roeland Brateanu has been named the Intermountain Coach of the Year by the United States Professional Tennis Association.
Brateanu was named the Pac-12 Coach of the Year in 2023 after leading the Utes to its first Pac-12 Regular Season Title. The Utes 24-6 performance gave them their second consecutive NCAA Tournament Appearance. Utah ended the 2023 season ranked No. 17 in the ITA Rankings. Brateanu was also named the Mountain Region Coach of the Year for 2023.
Brateanu has posted a 158-93 record in his 10 seasons at the helm of the Utes.
This award recognizes a USPTA certified professional who coaches college tennis for their achievements that include, among other things, their coaching impact on student-athletes, community involvement, season records, and team and individual player accomplishments.
ABOUT THE USTPA
Founded in 1927, the USPTA is the global leader in tennis-teacher certification and professional development. With more than 14,000 members worldwide and 17 divisions nationwide, the Association’s mission is to raise the standards of tennis-teaching professionals and coaches and to promote a greater awareness of the sport.
UP NEXT
The Utes return to action March 9 to host Loyola Marymount at the George S. Eccles Tennis Center at high noon. The Utes will next head to the University of San Diego to participate in the San Diego Invite March 15.
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Fans can follow along during the 2024 season on social media (Twitter: @UtahTennis | Instagram: @UtahTennis | Facebook: Facebook.com/Utahmenstennis).
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