About Us
Welcome to our world! We are ACES & ACADEMICS OF NEW HAVEN a NON-PROFIT 501 (c)(3) dedicated to helping student-athletes achieve excellence on and off the court. Our focus is on empowering individuals to succeed in both tennis and academics
Our Beliefs
ACES & ACADEMICS OF NEW HAVEN 501 (c)(3) believes in the power of sports and education to transform lives, and we are committed to supporting student-athletes in reaching their full potential.
Our Team
Our Executive Team at ACES & ACADEMICS OF NEW HAVEN 501 (c)(3) is led by our CEO/Co-Founder Sonje Williams, Executive Director/Co-Founder Jay John, Director of Athletics Rob Vidal, Director of Philanthropy Meredith Robinson, and our Director of Academics Denise Hickmon, who all bring a wealth of experience and expertise.
Sonje Williams
CEO/CO-FOUNDER
Jay John
CFO/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/CO-FOUNDER
Robert Videl
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS/ GREEN & YELLOW BALL HEAD COACH
Meredith Robinson
DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY
Denise Hickmon
DIRECTOR OF ACADEMICS
Empower Student-Athletes with TENNIS FOR ALL & ACES & ACADEMICS.
“ ACES & ACADEMICS OF NEW HAVEN 501 (c)(3) is a fantastic organization that truly cares about the success of student-athletes. I highly recommend their programs.” - Naomi Walker