Ken Olivier, MS
Director, Spring Woodlands Tennis Academy
High-Performance Tennis Coaching for Players Who Want Real Improvement.
Led by Ken Olivier a former #1 in the nation, collegiate national champion, and Hall of Fame inductee. He has 25+ years of coaching experience developing players at all level.
Ken helps players develop skill, confidence and discipline both on and off the court.
Players don’t just train here. They grow, compete, and learn how to handle pressure on the court and in life.
My Background as a Player
- Former #1 collegiate player in the nation
- Triple Crown National Champion
- Earned a world ranking on the ATP Tour in both singles and doubles
- Competed and won matches against players ranked inside the top 200 in the world
- 25+ years coaching experience
- Masters Degree in Kinesiology
During his development, Ken trained with Rick Macci, one of the most respected coaches in the game, known for developing multiple world #1 players. Your child is learning from someone who has competed—and succeeded—at the highest levels of the game.
Ken Olivier Speaking at Hall of Fame Awards Banquet at UT Tyler
My Coaching Philosophy
We help players grow in skill, confidence, and discipline both on and off the court. Through structured training, clear standards, and consistent feedback, every player has a defined path to improve.
Player Results
Titles & Competitive Results
- USTA #1 in TX / #1 in Nation
- 6-A State Champions
- 6-A State Finalists (Runner-Up)
- 6-A Regional Champions
- 6-A District Champions
- 6-A State Tournament Qualifiers
Development & Progress
- UTR improvements from 3 → 8+
- Beginner to Varsity
- Structured, measurable improvement across all competitive levels
Long-Term Outcomes
- Collegiate Tennis Players (D1, D2, D3)
- Varsity starters at top high schools
- Players competing at elite tournament levels
Emily Olivier preparing for SMU match
What Makes Our Program Different
We offer a clear path for your child to improve, compete, and reach their potential.
- Players receive ongoing evaluation and feedback
- Progress is consistently monitored and adjusted
- Parents stay informed and involved in the process
We don’t guess.
We coach with clear direction and high standards so improvement is consistent.
Ready to see if this is the right fit for your child?
Why Families Choose Us
- We operate as a unified team
- Coaches communicate regularly with players and parents
- Player development is written, posted and discussed
- Training decisions are made together
- Players receive consistent instruction, not conflicting advice
- Every coach is on the same page with our CoachNow App
- Each player’s goals, notes, and videos are stored in one place
- Coaches can review progress at any time
- Feedback is shared and discussed as a team
- Coaches contribute insights before decisions are made
Our Team Offers:
A clear path for your child to improve, compete, and reach their potential.
- We are passionate about development
- We Invest time in each player’s progress
- We are supportive but firm with standards
- We are committed to long-term growth
We don’t just run drills.
We coach with purpose and accountability.
Consistency in coaching creates consistency in results.
A Proven Track Record of Development
Ken has coached high-level players from an early age, including Alex Kiefer, who developed into the #1-ranked player in Texas under his guidance.
Alex went on to compete at the collegiate level, including time at the University of Tennessee and the University of Virginia, where he was part of a national championship program.
Tennis has also been central to Ken’s family.
Both of his daughters, Sheri and Emily, earned full scholarships to nationally ranked NCAA Division I programs, competing across the country at the highest level.
Many of Ken’s students have gone on to play collegiate tennis on scholarship.
This is not theory—this is a proven path.
A Family Legacy in Tennis
Tennis is not just a profession for Ken—it’s part of his family’s legacy.
He married into a deeply rooted tennis family with generations of high-level experience in the game.
His mother-in-law grew up competing against Maureen Connolly (“Little Mo”), one of the most iconic champions in tennis history.
Both of his brothers-in-law have coached national championship junior college teams, developing players at a high level.
His wife’s uncle, Alex Gordon, is one of the most respected figures in the tennis industry—the RSPA Alex Gordon Professional of the Year Award is named in his honor.
Ken’s father-in-law was also ahead of his time, becoming one of the early coaches to recruit international players to the United States, while competing with and against top players around the world.
High-level tennis is not something we visit—it’s something we’ve lived for generations.
Carmack Berryman Ken‘s father-in-law pictured with Maureen Connolly at Hotel Hotel in California
Ken’s family at the Hall of Fame banquet
Ken’s wife, Cheryl Olivier, played collegiate tennis on a full scholarship at East Texas State University. Her brother, Carmack Berryman, was a national champion junior college coach at McLennan.
Verified Results
- Former #1 National Ranking (Collegiate Tennis)
- 3 Time National Champion
- UT Tyler Hall of Fame Inductee
- Rolex Collegiate All-Star Team
- All-American Honors
- Trained and competed at the professional level
- Trained with Rick Macci (coach of 5 World No. 1 players)
- 25+ years developing junior and high-performance players
- Proven track record of player development and progression
Ken Olivier taking a lesson with Rick Macci