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Ricardo Demeritte
Ricardo Demeritte is one of the Bahamas’ premier tennis coaches, bringing over 15 years of international coaching and player development experience. A former No. 1 ranked Bahamian junior (U14–U18), Ricardo has since become a trusted leader in both high-performance training and luxury club settings.
He has coached on the world stage with national teams at events including the Davis Cup, Fed Cup, Youth Olympics, Pan American Games, and Jr. Davis Cup. His diverse background spans elite academies in the U.S., national delegations across the globe, and top-tier resorts such as Albany, Atlantis, and Lyford Cay Club—where he also excelled in program management, member services, and event organization. Ricardo is certified across multiple international platforms. With his blend of high-performance expertise, international certifications, and luxury club experience, Ricardo is equipped to deliver excellence in any tennis environment—whether developing competitive players or enhancing member experiences at exclusive clubs.
Qualifications
Certified Racket Sports Executive
International Tennis Federation – Level 1 & 2
Coaching times & fees
- Please contact Ricardo direct via email or Whatsapp.
- He can be contacted via Whatsapp on +12424376117
- Or you can contact him using email on rdemeritte@hotmail.com
Further information
Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association
International Tennis Federation
About Me
I discovered tennis later than most, but my passion and drive quickly elevated me to compete at the top junior level in the Bahamas, where I was ranked No. 1 from U14 through U18. Alongside tennis, I also trained and competed nationally in volleyball, which gave me a strong foundation in athletic discipline and teamwork. My coaching career has since taken me across the globe, where I’ve had the privilege of working with players and teams at the highest levels of competition. Outside of sport, I enjoy experiencing new cultures, traveling, and connecting with people through shared passions. These experiences not only enrich my coaching philosophy but also allow me to bring a global perspective to every environment I work in.
Upon returning to Nassau, he began working at the major resorts and gated communities here in the Bahamas, which includes Albany, Atlantis and Lyford Cay. Rest assured that whatever your tennis goals are, Ricardo has the ability to take you to the next level.
Experience
Impact Tennis Academy: 2017 – Present
- Co-Founder
- Head Coach
The Lyford Cay Club: 2015 – 2017
- Tennis Professional
- Assistant to the Junior Tennis Coordinator
- Assistant to the Director of Tennis
International Private High Performance Coach: 2013 – Present
- Cuba Dominican Republic
- El Salvador Mexico
- Guatemala U.S.A
- Antigua Panama
- Trinidad & Tobago Barbados
Albany: 2013 – 2014
- Tennis Professional
Atlantis Resort & Casino 2013 – 2014
- Tennis Professional (On Call / Eventual)
Guizar Tennis Academy (Clearwater, Florida): 2011 – 2014
- Academy Coach
- Travel Coach
- Recruiter
iTUSA Tennis Academy (Arizona, USA): 2014
- Academy Coach
- Traveling Coach
Brajaxba Tennis Service: 2008 – 2014
- Assistant Head Tennis Coach
- Pro Shop Assistant
The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association: 2011-2018
- Secretary General
- Youth Commonwealth Games – Tennis Tournament Director
- International Tennis Federation (ITF) – Tennis Tournament Director
- 20x Bahamas Junior National Team Coach
- Youth Olympic Tennis Coach (Nanjing, China)
- Pan American Games (Toronto, Canada)
- Bahamas Fed Cup Coach & Captain (Puerto Rico)
- Co-Chair of Junior Development
Testimonial
Coach Ricardo is considered an expert in high performance development. He has played a significant role in structuring our national teams training and development program. He has traveled over 15x as a national team coach both on the senior and junior level
Derron Donaldson, Past President - Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association & Secretary General - Bahamas Olympic Committee
Testimonial
Ricardo has helped tremulously throughout my tennis career especially during my junior and collegiate tennis years. During my time at the University of South Florida (USF), Ricardo trained me during my Christmas and summer breaks. He developed detailed training schedules and fitness plans to maintain and sharpen my skills for the next season. Ricardo has a very direct coaching style and conducts each session to the highest level of professionalism.
Justin Roberts, #1 Bahamas Davis Cup Player ITF - #162 ATP - #753