Meet Our Tennis Professionals

As our Director of Tennis, Jamey brings an impressive and extensive knowledge of the sport to our leadership.  Playing tennis as a child – yes, with a wooden racket, his love of the sport began! Jamey went on to be the Captain of UMass Boston Men’s Tennis Team before finding his passion in coaching High School tennis in Massachusetts for 10 years.

He was a USTA National Trainer, training clubs and pros around the country in Red, Orange, and Green ball programs, and running USTA tournaments at our club.  The few moments Jamey has away from tennis, he enjoys hiking/camping with his beloved pup Moxie, exploring National Parks (Bucket list is to visit all 63 – over 1/3 of the way there!), and of course amateur radio (Licensed Amateur Extra Class Operator).

Experience:

• Served on several USTA Committees, including Coaches Commission and Junior Tournament Committee
• 1996 started at Longfellow

Certifications:

• USPTA Pro 1
• PTR Professional
• USTA Safe Play Certified

Coaching Accomplishments:

• Coached numerous Regional and Nationally ranked juniors
• National Coach 12s Team Championships (Brewer Cup)
  • Champions 2023, 3rd Place 2022, Finalist 2021
• New England Zonals Coach – 14 & Under
• Battle of the Sections Coach, 12 & Under
  • 3rd Place
• Capitol Clash – Team New England Coach 2018 & 2019
  • Champions 2018

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Meet Peter Paltsios

Club Manager, Head Tennis Professional, Head Pickleball Professional

Email: Peter Paltsios

Philosophy: “Swing big, win big!”

To say Peter resonates with the Longfellow culture of excellence is putting it mildly. As a young player, Peter was coached by our founder, Laury Hammel. From being coached to becoming one of our most valued coaches, today, he can be found extending his experience as he also manages our Nashua Club.

In his free time, he enjoys hiking, bird watching, and spending time with his family. Some of his fondest memories are of coaching his own daughter, who won both New England Sectionals & Level 2 National Tournament.

Peter brings to Longfellow his extensive experience and accreditations in both tennis and pickleball.

• Formerly ranked #2 in men’s Open New England doubles

• 2018 – Present day: Longfellow NH Club Manager, Tennis & Swim Club
• 2022 USPTA Large Facility Manager of the Year

• 2009-2022: Westford Academy, Boys Tennis Coach

• 1995-2018: Nashua Swim & Tennis Club, Director of Tennis

• 1985-1995: The Lexington Club, Director of Tennis
• Four-year starter at Plymouth University – Tennis & Hockey

Certifications;

• USPTA Certified Tennis Professional
• PTR Certified Tennis Coach
• USTA Safe Play Certified
• USRSA Certified Stringer
• Gentlemen’s Stringing Club – Member
• B.A. Marketing, Plymouth State University

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Meet John Frates

Racquet Sports Coordinator and Director of the LNH New England Tennis Academy
USPTR Certified

Email: John Frates

John Frates is a USPTR-certified High Performance Tennis Professional and Pickleball Professional with a deep-rooted passion for racquet sports spanning over 40 years. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served as Director at several of the country’s most prestigious tennis clubs, always bringing his expertise, energy, and love for the game to the forefront.

As a dedicated coach and mentor, John has guided 39 athletes to earn college tennis scholarships — a reflection of both their commitment and his high-level instruction. Recently, John has embraced Pickleball as a new competitive outlet and has already seen great success. He qualified for a 60+ National Pickleball Tournament, placing an impressive fourth out of 21 players in his division.

A proud father of four and grandfather of ten — all active on the court — John continues to share his enthusiasm for the game with his family and community. Off the court, he enjoys skiing, music, and connecting with people, making him not only a seasoned professional but also a well-loved personality at the club.

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Meet Charlie Paltsios

Tennis Professional

Email: Charlie Paltsios

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