Staff - Chris Samuel
Taught by: Chris Samuel
Level: jt

Chris has been involved in tennis administration, coaching and instruction for over ten years. She started the Cardio Tennis program at Forest Crest in 2005 and teaches on the weekends. She started and coordinated the USTA Junior Team Tennis League for Forest Crest leading a team to 3rd Place in the National Championships. In her spare time, she manages Ralleyball tournaments, instructor workshops, player clinics, and special events. She started a college workshop program for aspiring teen players. At a national level, she directed and assisted the National Junior Tennis League (NJTL) annual youth camps.

With over five years of work experience at the United States Tennis Association (USTA), she brings a wealth of knowledge to our programs and activities. Well-known for her positive attitude and enthusiasm, Chris is an innovative leader in youth and inclusion programs. She is available for outside private/group lessons, consulting work, and tennis event management.

- USPTA & PTR Certified Instructor
- PTR WA State Representative
- USPTA PNW Division Convention USTA/USPTA Partnership Award 2007
- PTR WA State Member of the Year 2004
- USTA PNW Section President's Recognition Award 1999
- Inglemoor High School Varsity Boy's Tennis Coach & Varsity Girl's Coach