Pickleball, Tennis & Fitness
30 Years
A highly accomplished leader, athlete, and coach with repeated success guiding sizable teams and projects. Result-driven with a dedicated commitment to upholding integrity, accountability, and responsibility. Talent for creating successful work culture, upgrading skill sets, and launching team spirit.
My Journey
I’m Jhonnatan Medina Álvarez — former ATP & Davis Cup tennis player, D1 college coach, published author, and now a top-ranked professional pickleball player. Since making the switch to pickleball in 2022, my mission has been to grow and inspire the Spanish-speaking pickleball community across the world.
Balancing a full-time job, family life, and my professional athletic career hasn’t been easy — but thanks to the unwavering support of my wife, Piper, and the joy of raising our son Leonardo Vicente, I’ve found purpose and passion in this new chapter.
Highlights & Achievements
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Former ATP Pro Tennis Player – Ranked Top 400 in the world
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8-Year Venezuelan Davis Cup Team Member
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Director of Tennis, Longwood University (D1 College)
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Pro Pickleball Player since 2022
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Fomer top 15 Worldwide in DUPR Singles Rankings
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APP Tour Success
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5 Singles Medals in 2023, including Gold at APP Atlanta
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Former Top 3 APP Tour Singles Player
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PPA Challenger Columbus (2025) – Gold & Bronze Medalist
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Indian Open (2025) – Singles Gold Medalist
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European Championships (2024) – Gold & Silver Medalist
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DUPR National Gold Medalist – Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Spain
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Ranked #1 in Virginia and Venezuela
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Wins Over Notable Players:
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Jack Sock, Yates Johnson, Hunter Johnson
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Pablo Téllez, Chris Haworth , Collin Shick, Jaume Martínez Vich & more
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Undefeated in all Richmond, VA singles events since 2022
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Author of “Results Generate Results”
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Co-host of “Línea de Fondo”, the first Spanish-language pickleball podcast
Stay tuned as I begin an exciting new chapter as a signed PPA player starting this May — ready to compete at the highest level and represent the Spanish-speaking pickleball community on the world stage
"Maybe it's just about being willing to open up to yourself, hold an intimate conversation and become vulnerable in order to grow".
Jhonnatan Medina Alvarez
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PASSION, DISCIPLINE & DETERMINATION
DigiMAX Virtual Services
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Training based on data management and the agile process to create a measurable process for your tennis or pickleball growth
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Based on my book, "Results Generate Results"using the Sports Data & Agility Pathway
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Applicable to all areas to advance your game
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Examples of services offered:
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Video analysis
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Match review
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Personalized planning
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College tennis etiquette
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Ryan Millman
"Within a year of training with the MAX I when from a 4.0 player to winning my first 5.0 gold APP tournament to winning pro qualifiers and even getting my first pro main draw victory. I could not have achieved these results without Jhonnatan. There is no better coach or trainer."
Maria Lopez
"I have known Jhonnatan for over 30 years, as a friend, mentor, and colleague. The value and experience he brings not only as an athlete, coach, and business leader is unmatched. His work ethic, professionalism, and intrinsic mindset separates his work from others. He has experience at the highest level of sports, and will add tremendous worth to your game, on and off the court."
Bernly Bressler
"JMA has dramatically improved my tennis game as well as my mental fortitude. I value our relationship both on and off the court and would follow him anywhere. I am thankful to know him as a coach,mentor and friend."
" Only you have the power to shape yourself "''
Jhonnatan Medina Alvarez
