Jeremy is a former NCAA Division 1 tennis player (Baltimore, 2014) and an accomplished coach with a holistic approach to high-performance tennis development. Drawing from his unique background, which includes playing the violin under the Suzuki Music Method and years of research, Jeremy tailors his coaching to address the mental, physiological, technical, and tactical needs of each student. He believes that fostering a love for tennis starts with mastering fundamental skills, as enjoyment grows with proficiency. 

Playing Career

• Former NCAA Division 1 Tennis Player (Baltimore, 2014)

• Career-high U18 Junior Ranking: 17th in Canada

• Career-high UTR: 13.7

• Seven-time Ottawa City Champion

Coaching Achievements

• Guided nine students to Team Ontario in five years

• Former head coach of Junior World #271 Darrshan Suresh Kumar

• Head coach of the U14 Provincial Champion (2022)

• Coach of the U16 National Selections Champion (2021)

• Coach of Cole Thurgur, NCAA Division 1 scholarship recipient (2024)

Professional Features & Contributions

• ESPN: https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/35414286/the-stunning-financial-reality-high-cost-pro-tennis#

• Ottawa Sports Page https://ottawasportspages.ca/2018/10/20/october-snapshots-a-roundup-of-local-athletes-action/

• ATP World Tour https://www.atptour.com/en/players/jeremy-gibbens-schneider/gj10/overview

Volunteer Work

1. Served on the NCTA Committee (2021), contributing to the development of tennis in the Ottawa area.

2. Developed an online platform during the COVID-19 pandemic to help coaches and students stay active. Proceeds were donated to the Ottawa Food Bank.