Greystone Summer Youth Guide

Kristijan Mitrovski DIRECTOR OF RACQUET SPORTS With 23 years of teaching and 32 years of playing experience, Kristijan Mitrovski specializes in coaching advanced players and adults while developing juniors from intermediate to advanced levels. A USPTA-certified professional, he holds a business degree from UAB and was a national champion in Macedonia (1999). He played for UAB’s tennis team and spent seven years on the Macedonian Davis Cup team. Named Alabama Professional of the Year in 2021, Kristijan is committed to helping players improve while building strong relationships and enjoying the game.

Contact: kmitrovski@greystonecc.com | 205-986-5145 (O) | 205-566-9401 (C)

Pardis Kianoush HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL

With eight years of coaching experience, Pardis Kianoush specializes in tennis fitness, technical efficiency, and stroke development. A USPTA-certified professional with a degree in Kinesiology and an MBA, she focuses on creating a personalized, goal-driven environment where players leave each session feeling improved—whether through technical growth, tactical understanding, or a great workout. A standout player at UAB, Pardis was a four-time MVP, a four-time All Conference Singles Team member, and the second female Blazer to achieve an NCAA D1 Top 100 singles ranking.

Russell Payne TENNIS PROFESSIONAL

With 14 years of teaching experience, Russell Payne specializes in serve instruction, technical development, and high-energy lessons while ensuring a fun, personalized approach. A former undefeated #1 singles player and sectional champion in high school, he continued his success in college with an undefeated season at #2 singles and #1 doubles, winning regional titles in both and reaching the national quarterfinals in singles and semifinals in doubles. He also holds multiple open-level singles and doubles titles.