Head Coach

About Liam

Liam Cassidy is one of Ireland's foremost tennis Coaches/mentors, boasting an impressive career spanning three decades as a Tennis Ireland Level 4 performance coach. Liam brings a wealth of expertise to the court, shaping the game of countless individuals. Throughout his journey, he has assumed pivotal roles as Head Coach and Director of Coaching at prestigious clubs across Ireland and the UK.

Liam has travelled the country, collaborating with countless clubs, coaches, and players sharing his knowledge and insights. Since 2006, he has presided over Tennis Coach Ireland (formerly Tennis Ireland Coaches Association) as Chairman, steering the organisation towards greater heights of excellence.

Liam is a Tennis Ireland Coach Developer, and is a member of the Tennis Ireland Coaching Advisory Group contributing his expertise to shape the next generation of coaches playing an important role in the development of Coach Education in Ireland.

A sought-after speaker, Liam regularly contributes to the TCI National Coaches Conference and regional coach workshops, sharing his insights and experiences with his fellow coaches.

Liam has competed at a high level nationally. He has been a stalwart presence for Ireland at the ITF Masters World Team Championships, showcasing his enduring passion and dedication to the sport.

Liam's Qualifications

  • Tennis Ireland Level 4 Performance Coach
  • Tennis Ireland Coach Developer/ Tutor
  • Coaching Ireland Tutor
  • Tennis Ireland Coach Mentor
  • Cardio Tennis Instructor Level 1 & 2
  • Padel Tennis Federation of Ireland Level 1 Coach

Coaching Experience

  • 2017: Tennis Consultant Westwood Tennis Leopardstown
  • 2016 - 2017: Interim Head Coach Rathgar Tennis Club
  • 2014 - 2017: Coach Mentoring & Individualised level 1 course delivery (Tennis Ireland) Resource Development
  • 2011-2014: Portmarnock Tennis Club (Director of Coaching)
  • 2007-2015: Lansdowne Tennis Club (Club Coach)
  • 2005-2007: Clontarf Tennis Club (Director of Coaching)
  • 1997-2002: Westwood Club Leopardstown (Director of Tennis Development
  • 1994-1996: Maidstone Tennis & Fitness Centre, UK (Head Coach)
  • 1990-2010: Leinster Squad Coach (U/10, U/12, U/14, U/16) 1990-1994, 1999-2001, 2009-2010
  • 1995: Irish U/14 Team Coach (Youth Olympics)
  • 1990-1994: Tennis Ireland (Schools Mini Tennis Coordinator)
  • 1990-1994: Dublin Parks Tennis League (Activity Director)
  • 1992: Founder Member Tennis Ireland Coaches Association. TCI Chairman 2006 to Present
  • 1990-1994: Rathgar Tennis Club (Head Coach)
  • 1990-1994: Fás Tennis Coaches Course (Course Supervisor)
  • 1987-1994: Clontarf Lawn Tennis Club (Head Coach)
  • 1987-1994: Irish U/16 Team Coach ETA & ITF events France, Spain, Germany

Coaching For:

Junior / Senior - Group or Private.

Available:

Leixlip Tennis Club Coaching Programmes

Standards:

All Standards

Leixlip Tennis Club

Collinstown

Leixlip

Co.Kildare

info@leixliptennisclub.com