Leslie Herrion, a native of the Tidewater area in Virginia, has had a passion for sports from an early age, immersing herself both as a player and a professional. Raised in a sports-oriented family, her love for athletics naturally expanded into a fulfilling career.
With years of experience in the wellness and fitness industry, Leslie served as Executive Director and General Manager in various organizations, where she honed her leadership and management skills. Her career path also includes impressive roles in collegiate athletics, including serving as an NCAA Division I Assistant Athletic Director at The Citadel. Most recently, Leslie has spent valuable time in tennis, as the Director of Events for Gigi Fernandez Tennis and the Director of Operations for a tennis academy in the Tampa area, bringing a wealth of experience to USTA Florida.
Leslie holds a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology/Strength Training and Conditioning from The University of Virginia, where she also gained hands-on coaching experience as the Head Manager for the Men’s Basketball Team and a Strength Coach for Women’s Tennis, Volleyball, Football, and Basketball. A long-time nationally certified Strength and Conditioning Coach and Fitness Trainer, she is now a USTA-certified official and referee.
A strong advocate for teaching players not only the skills of tennis but also the importance of good sportsmanship, Leslie takes great pride in building relationships and delivering exceptional customer service. Her commitment is to help players achieve their tennis goals while fostering a collaborative environment with her talented team to grow the sport of tennis.
Outside of tennis, Leslie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, being a Swiftie, and cheering on her favorite sports teams.