Our Team

THE COACHES

Michelle Okhremchuk — Head Coach

MICHELLE OKHREMCHUK

Founder & Head Coach

RSPA CertifiedSan Dieguito · EncinitasSouthwestern · Chula Vista

Michelle Okhremchuk is a former National Champion of Ukraine, accomplished Division I NCAA athlete, and internationally trained tennis professional. She trained at the world-renowned Mouratoglou Academy in France — home to legends like Serena Williams — before bringing her talents to the United States collegiate and professional tennis world.

BACKGROUND

  • Former National Champion of Ukraine
  • Trained at Mouratoglou Academy, France
  • University of Nevada — set all-time record for most wins
  • #1 ranking in Southern California, Women's Open Division
  • RSPA Certified
LanguagesEnglishUkrainianRussian
Chris Warner

CHRIS WARNER

Coach

PTR-CertifiedSan Dieguito · Encinitas

Chris Warner brings a dynamic combination of competitive playing experience and a genuine passion for teaching to the court. He excels at helping players improve their skills, refine match strategies, and develop a lifelong love for tennis.

  • Former top varsity player
  • Encinitas native, playing since age 8
  • 13 years of playing experience
  • Played at Bobby Riggs and San Dieguito Tennis Club

When he's not coaching tennis, Chris is also a personal trainer specializing in natural hypertrophy and strength training.

English
Elijah Gabriel

ELIJAH GABRIEL

Coach

PTR-Certified (since age 16)San Dieguito · Encinitas

Tennis has been a central part of Elijah's life since age six. He won his first tournament at age ten and continued competitive play through his junior career. He earned his PTR certification at sixteen.

  • Allegheny College (undefeated fall season)
  • Berry College (#2 singles)
  • Coached at Cliff Drysdale Tennis at Rome Tennis Center, GA (18 months)
  • Coached at Omni La Costa Resort (2 years)
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Hugo Salmeron Catalan

HUGO SALMERON CATALAN

Coach

NCAA Division 1 AthleteSan Dieguito · Encinitas

Hugo is a high-level collegiate athlete and skilled coach who brings a powerful blend of discipline, leadership, and international training to MO Tennis. He trained under a traditional Spanish method and developed into a nationally ranked player.

  • From Spain, traditional Spanish method trained by his father
  • NCAA Division 1, Kennesaw State University — Team Captain
  • Sports Management degree
SpanishEnglish
Antonia Pareja

ANTONIA PAREJA

Coach

12+ years competitive playSan Dieguito · Encinitas

As a passionate and experienced tennis player with over 12 years of competitive play, Antonia brings a deep commitment to the sport both as an athlete and as a coach. She thrives on mentoring and finds genuine joy in fostering growth — on and off the court.

  • Top 10 Southern California
  • Top 40 nationally (class of 2022), 5-star recruit
  • Full athletic scholarship to Purdue University
  • Played varsity 1.5 years
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