Nick Carless

Tennis Pro

Nick Carless joined the Avila Bay Club tennis staff as tennis coach in October of 2016. Nick has directed the Mustang men's tennis program to 123 total victories. This includes a 32-9 mark during Big West Conference Play. Under Carless’ watch, Cal Poly has earned at least two All-Big West Singles First Team selections and one First Team doubles pairing in every one of his seasons. In his playing days at Cal Poly, Nick started as a freshman at No.4 singles. In doubles, his Mustang teams went a combined 14-9 in dual matches. He transferred to Fresno State and graduated in 2005. In high school, Nick was a three-time All-American and a Dean's List student. As a youth player, he was ranked in the top five in northern CA in each age division, and was slotted as high as No. 40 nationally. Nick also instructed at the Malibu Summer Tennis Camp, and was the tennis director at the Visalia Racquet Club from 2004-2005. Carless accolades include two-time Wilson ITA Southwest region coach of the year (2014, 2017), two-time Big West Conference regular-season championships, two-time Big West conference tournament championships, two-time team NCAA tournament appearances and three individual NCAA tournament appearances. "I'm a product of Cal Poly's 'learn by doing' philosophy, and athletics is a prime example," Carless said. "I look forward to coaching tennis to the members and being part of the Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa family. My goal is to bring energy and fun to the Wednesday evening clinics and to provide a memorable experience."