Our Team

We are extremely proud of our coaches and staff at Eagle Fustar Tennis Academy! Our coaches bring playing and coaching experience from all over the world such as Serbia, Germany, Poland, Russia, Venezuela and Iran. Our coaches create an electrifying atmosphere that inspires players on the court and beyond to reach their full potential. We try not only to create better tennis players but better student athletes by insisting good values and habits such as team work, visualizing success, leadership, preparation, consistent improvement, extreme effort, and the ability to stretch yourself both mentally and physically. When working on an individual basis, students will get the one on one attention that is extremely important with regard to stroke production. Students will receive expert advice on technical aspects of every stroke and tactical knowledge from former collegiate players and world ranked tennis professionals. Lessons are available to any age or level of player.

Meet the Founders

Brian Eagle

Owner/Co-Founder

Brian Eagle is the Operations Manager and co-founder of the Eagle Fustar Tennis Academy. Eagle was a highly ranked National and Northern California junior, who then had a very successful collegiate career at UC Berkeley. In his junior and senior collegiate seasons at Cal, Eagle played #1 and #2 singles and #1 doubles, achieving high rankings of #34 in singles and #19 in doubles. He then played professionally on the ATP Tour for 4 years. In that time, he won 7 professional doubles titles in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. He also traveled in Asia and spent considerable time in Europe where he had the honor of playing professional club tennis in Germany. Brian is the force behind Eagle Fustar’s High Performance Program. One of his primary passions is working closely with highly motivated / skilled players and helping them with the college pathway; Brian has worked individually with dozens of players that went on to top athletic and academic universities including Stanford’s #1 Michaela Gordon, as well as players who have gone on to attend MIT, UCSD, UCD, Penn, Boston College, UW, Carnegie Mellon and Amherst.

Nick Fustar

Owner/Co-Founder

Nick Fustar is the General Manager and co-founder of the Eagle Fustar Tennis Academy. Prior to starting the Academy, after a stellar junior career in Norcal and Nationally, Fustar had a successful college career at Fresno State, playing #1 singles and doubles his senior year, while achieving a National ranking of #70 singles and #23 doubles. Fustar was also an ATP world ranked player who traveled extensively through Europe and South America. Nick has coached several professional players while also serving as their world-wide traveling coach. He has developed many of Eagle Fustar’s top National and ITF juniors that went on to attend top ranked universities, win National Championships, then played on the ATP or WTA tour. Nick architects and oversees Eagle Fustar’s Full Time Program and the development plans of its players. As General Manager, Fustar oversees the business direction and strategic partnerships of the Academy, which includes a strong alliance and working relationship with the USTA, their leadership, and National Coaches.

Meet the Coaches

Austin Andres

Director of Operations, EF San Francisco

Austin's Bio

Austin Andres just completed his successful D1 collegiate career at UC Riverside where he was playing #2 singles and #1 doubles while leading the team as captain for three years. Prior to college, Austin was a top ranked Norcal and national player, and one of the original students of the Eagle Fustar program, making him an expert of our teaching structure and philosophy. As a player, Austin has always been a role model for his on court attitude and work ethic. As both a player and a coach, Austin brings great passion and enthusiasm for tennis to the court everyday. Austin has been coaching part time with Eagle Fustar during his four years of college and now that he has graduated with a B. A. in Sociology from UC Riverside, has joined Eagle Fustar full time. He is also working towards his MBA at USF as well as PTR certification. Austin will be highly involved in all of Eagle Fustar’s daily programs including High Performance, Advanced, Champs, and private lessons. He is excited to be developing players and help them navigate the junior system en route to college play. Private Lesson Rate: Please contact Austin at austinaandres@gmail.com for rate and availability.

Ryan Hudelson

Director: Summer Camps Lead Coach: Full Time, Combo, HP, CPC

Ryan's Bio

Ryan Hudelson is from Little Rock, Arkansas and grew up playing junior tennis throughout the southern U.S. Ryan began playing tennis when he was 9 years old and moved to Florida at age 15 to begin intensive training in Florida with Todd Widom. Ryan’s perseverance both on and off the court have led to a successful career as a tennis player. As a junior, Ryan was ranked #1 in the state of Arkansas in the 14’s, 16’s, and 18’s. Hudelson earned a top ten ranking in the South and a top 75 in the nation for 18’s. He was awarded the Herschel Friday Outstanding Junior Award in the state of Arkansas.

In 2013 while playing for Tyler JC in Tyler, Texas, his team won the NJCAA National Championship, and he was named a JUCO All-American for both singles and doubles play. He went on to earn All-American status in singles the following year. In his second year, Ryan accumulated over 50 wins, while reaching his highest singles ranking of #25 and highest doubles ranking of #12, before transferring to Keiser University, earning a degree in Sports Management.
Ryan has a hard working attitude and gives all he has to meet his goals. He is a favorite with Eagle Fustar players because of his positive and enthusiastic on court attitude. Ryan is the head of our Pre-Core Program and enjoys working with our youngest players, developing both their fundamental skills and a passion for the game. He is also heavily involved across all EF programs including High Performance and Core Performance clinics. Outside of tennis, Ryan enjoys playing golf, traveling, and spending time with family. Please contact Ryan directly for his private lesson availability and rate.

Petar Racic

Tennis Professional

Petar's Bio

Petar Racic is a highly experienced tennis coach with over 30 years of coaching experience. Originally from Serbia, Petar began his coaching career after being certified by the Serbian Tennis Federation in 1993. He has since developed numerous top juniors and NCAA Division I players in his home country. In 2004, Petar moved to the United States to continue his coaching career at Weil Tennis Academy, where he worked as a Head Coach and Summer Camp Director. During his time there, he had the opportunity to work with nationally and internationally ranked juniors from all over the world.

Petar was one of the pioneers of tennis analytics, having founded Game Smart Tennis. Through this venture, he developed new methods of analyzing and interpreting data from tennis matches and used this information to improve his coaching techniques. Game Smart Tennis offered video on demand services at some of the biggest junior tournaments in the country. This service allowed players, coaches, and parents to access high-quality video footage of matches, providing an invaluable tool for analyzing and improving their game. Petar’s commitment to advancing the sport of tennis through technology and innovation is a testament to his dedication to his craft.

Today, Petar brings his wealth of knowledge and energy to Eagle Fustar, where he is involved in all of their programs as a Lead Coach. He runs their CPC, Pre-HP, HP, Combo, Elite, and Full Time levels. Petar’s coaching philosophy is centered around developing individual game styles and sets of skills for each player, providing a strong foundation for their game. His approach is tailored to each player’s unique abilities and needs, and his dedication to his students has earned him a reputation as a highly effective and motivational coach.

Mohammad Jafari

Tennis Professional

Mohammad's Bio

Mohammad Jafari is from Iran and has been working with Eagle Fustar since 2008. He directs our Core Performance Program (CPC) and offers private lessons. At CPC, Coach Mohammad focuses on proper technique while combining his philosophy of discipline & hard work to create an environment that encourages players to reach their highest potential. Please contact Mohammad at tommad76@yahoo.com for rate and availability.

Tony Yang

Tennis Professional

Tony's Bio

Tony Yang is a USTA Certified High Performance Coach at Eagle Fustar Tennis Academy. Since the Academy’s inception in 2003, Tony has been involved in developing players at all levels (beginner, sectional, national, college, and professional). He also was responsible for running the Video Production & Analysis (College Recruiting Video and Dartfish Certified Technologist) and the USTA RTC (Regional Training Center) camps for the academy. Many of Tony’s students have gone on to play college at some of the best programs in the country. Some have gone on to play on the pro tour.

Tony played collegiate tennis at UC Berkeley (teammates with Brian Eagle). Do you love the game so much that you HAVE to play tennis? If yes and you are interested, Tony has a soft spot in his heart for players who absolutely love tennis, and will do his best to find private lesson space for you. Contact Katy for rate and availability.

Vivian Ovrootsky

Tennis Professional

Vivian's Bio

A standout NCAA Division I student-athlete, Vivian Ovrootsky completed an exceptional five-year collegiate career competing at the University of Texas and Arizona State University. She joined the Longhorns in 2022, the same year Texas captured the NCAA National Championship, and established herself as a consistent contributor in both singles and doubles for one of the nation’s premier programs.

During her time at Texas, Vivian earned the 2024 Big 12 Individual Championship at No. 5 singles and recorded multiple victories over nationally ranked opponents while helping the Longhorns to key wins, including in NCAA Tournament competition. She also excelled academically, earning Academic All-Big 12 First Team and CSC Academic All-District honors in 2024 and being recognized as a three-time ITA Scholar-Athlete.

At Arizona State University, Vivian capped her collegiate career with an outstanding final season, going undefeated at 18-0 in regular-season singles play and winning 39 of 45 sets. She finished the season with 31 singles victories, tied for the third-most in program history, becoming just the seventh Sun Devil to record 30 or more singles wins in a single season.

Over five seasons of collegiate tennis, Vivian amassed 170 combined singles and doubles victories, finishing with an impressive 170-76 career record and a .691 winning percentage.

Before college, Vivian spent her junior years training at Eagle Fustar, where she developed into one of the nation’s top junior players and earned the No. 1 national ranking from TennisRecruiting.net. Her junior accomplishments included ITF singles titles in San Diego in 2020 and Irvine in 2019, as well as championships at the Girls’ 16s Easter Bowl in singles and Eddie Herr in doubles.

Now returning to Eagle Fustar as a coach, Vivian brings her experience as an elite junior and accomplished Division I collegiate player back to the program where she trained. She will work with players across Eagle Fustar’s Elite, Full-Time, Combo, and High Performance programs, helping the next generation of players develop their games and reach their competitive potential

Josiah Brejda

Tennis Professional

Josiah's Bio

Josiah is a tennis coach that also brings strong educational background and expertise in strength and conditioning. He developed a deep passion for athletics during his upbringing, engaging in many sports, until discovering his love for tennis. Hailing from the Midwest, he pursued his education at Midland University in Fremont, Nebraska, graduating with a degree in Exercise Science complemented by minors in Coaching and Nutrition. During his time at Midland, Josiah excelled academically while playing for the Men’s Tennis team, aiding them in winning their conference championship for four consecutive years, His time at Midland was incredibly rewarding and helped shape his approach to coaching.

With his strong sports oriented education, Josiah is committed to unlocking the physical potential of each player, blending personalized training regimens with tennis-specific coaching methodologies to facilitate their journey towards success. His adaptable approach caters to individuals of all ages and skill levels, ensuring tailored guidance for optimal development.

Beyond his dedication to tennis, Josiah’s interests extend to exploring National Parks and hiking, with a strong admiration for California’s iconic grizzly bear. Josiah is also quite an avid bowler and has a keen interest in all things computers.

Josh Smith

Tennis Professional

Josh's Bio

Coach Josh began playing tennis in his home country of Australia at the age of 6, quickly advancing as a junior to compete at both state and national levels in Australia. He excelled in the Under-14, Under-16, and Under-18 divisions, earning a spot on the prestigious All-Australian Merit Team during his senior year of high school.

At 16, Josh expanded his tennis career internationally, competing across Europe, winning several open men’s tournaments and participating in ATP Futures and Challenger events. Additionally, he played club tennis in France from 2002 to 2003.

Since 2004, Coach Josh has dedicated himself to coaching, with experience spanning Australia, the Middle East, and numerous locations across the United States. He has played a vital role in the development and success of high-level juniors and tour-level players, including serving as a designated hitting partner for several top-100 WTA players. His guidance has also helped many athletes earn tennis scholarships at universities across the U.S.

In his free time, Josh enjoys golfing, traveling, and cooking at home.

Saar Rogovski

Tennis Professional

Saar's Bio

Coach Saar is a former college player and experienced junior coach with a strong background in high-level competition and player development. He has worked as a hitting partner and coach with elite players in Southern California and has led clinics and private lessons for top juniors in Northern California.

Saar has attained an ATP doubles ranking and an ITF singles ranking, underscoring his commitment to high-level competition. Collegiately, he competed for College of the Desert, helping lead the team to the GSAC Tournament Finals and capturing the California State Collegiate Championship. Individually, he won the GSAC Conference title in September 2022 and concluded the season ranked 43rd in the NAIA national singles rankings. His performance earned him GSAC All-Conference honors, along with recognition as a GSAC Scholar-Athlete, NAIA Daktronics Scholar-Athlete, and a place on the 2022-23 Dean’s List.

Saar continues to build his coaching expertise, working with High-Performance and Elite players at Eagle Fustar Academy, contributing to the HP+, Combo, Elite, and Full-Time (FT) programs.

Jonathan Degtyaryov

Tennis Professional

Jonathan's Bio

Coach Jonathan is a recent Hillsdale College graduate and tennis player, earning his B.S. in Psychology. With a strong foundation in mental performance, he helps athletes build resilience, stay motivated, and manage the life challenges that inevitably impact their game. He will soon begin his M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with plans to complement this with Sports Psychology certifications to offer comprehensive Mental Performance services for athletes working to break through mental barriers and reach their full potential.

Jonathan was a highly ranked NorCal player, reaching the top 20 in each age division, with some of his favorite tournaments including Zonals and the Gar Glenny Cup

Over the past four summers with Eagle Fustar, he has coached players at every level from Pre-Core to Elite and brings experience across the full spectrum of player development. He has led Power Weeks and coached Core, HP, Combo, and Pre-Core clinics, as well as assisted with the Full-Time program. Beyond Eagle Fustar, he has coached in a competitive team environment, guiding the Hillsdale High School boys’ team to the Regional Finals of the Michigan Division.

Jonathan’s coaching philosophy centers on individualized development, recognizing that every athlete brings unique motivations, strengths, and challenges. He prioritizes cultivating intrinsic motivation to help players reconnect with their love for the game while developing the mental toughness, focus, and confidence that extend far beyond competition. To him, tennis is not only a sport but a vehicle for personal growth, where a player’s journey reflects their evolution as both an athlete and a person.

A proud Hillsdale graduate, Jonathan carries forward the College’s motto, Virtus tentamine gaudet,“strength rejoices in the challenge.” He believes that real growth, both in sport and in character, comes from leaning into difficulty rather than avoiding it….every match, practice, and setback is a chance to build not just skill, but the kind of resilience and integrity that help players become the best version of themselves.

Elvena Gevergiz

Tennis Professional

Elvena's Bio

A former NCAA Division I standout at Santa Clara University, Elvena Gevargiz brings a lifetime of dedicated tennis training and high-level competitive experience to Eagle Fustar. Of Assyrian descent, Elvena began pursuing tennis seriously at age six, when her family moved to Las Vegas to support her development. Coached throughout her career by her father, she developed her game with the unwavering support and sacrifice of both her parents.

During 14 years in Las Vegas, Elvena trained alongside respected figures in the sport, including Mike Agassi, Stefanie Graf, and Gil Reyes. She went on to compete for Santa Clara University, playing throughout the singles and doubles lineup with extensive experience at No. 1 doubles and No. 2 singles. She earned All-West Coast Conference Doubles Honorable Mention honors and entered her junior season nationally ranked No. 58 in doubles.

As a sophomore, Elvena led the Broncos with 20 doubles victories, including a nine-match winning streak, and later advanced to the Round of 32 at the ITA Northwest Regional Championships. She also earned West Coast Conference All-Academic honors and was named an ITA Scholar-Athlete.

Elvena joined Eagle Fustar in 2020 and has since played an important role in developing players of all levels. She combines her elite training and Division I experience with compassion and a natural ability to connect with players as individuals. Her supportive approach builds confidence while challenging athletes to grow both on and off the court.

Elvena earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Santa Clara University and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from USC. Beyond tennis, she is passionate about helping others, advocating for equality, and making a positive impact in her community.

Don't Be Shy. Get In Touch.

If you are interested in private lessons from one of our coaches, call or email Katy at (408) 242-5559 or katy@eaglefustar.com and we will get back to you as soon as we can!

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