Advisory Board

Jay Gooding

Jay turned pro in 1996 and retired in January 2004. He finished the 2003
year race standing at #263 (but was as high as #163). His highest doubles
ranking was #400. Jay qualified for the ATP Scottsdale Tour event in 2003
losing to James Blake in the first round. He also won numerous singles and
doubles titles throughout the world playing in ATP Future and Challenger
events, and competed in the 2000 Australian Open Qualifying. A certified
USPTA coach and aslo level Two Coach (ATPCA.
Since finishing his playing career, Jay founded and co- owned pro form tennis academy.

Jay now works with the USTA as a part of the junior developmental team, traveling with players to tournaments.

Thomas Caravati

Thomas Caravati is an honor roll student from st Christopher’s school in Virginia. Thomas is an avoid tennis player and enjoys other sports including baseball, football, basketball and track and field.
Thomas has had numerous experiences in the work force including a consulting firm specializing in bankruptcy, a local organization helping feed the most vulnerable residents in Richmond and a local farm where Thomas helped maintain the property, lakes and helped care for the livestock.
Thomas is a great asset to our foundation and brings a young and exciting view to our organization and a passion for helping others.
Thomas is eager to help move our foundation