Mitch has worked at Tennis Australia for over 10 years and is currently the National Youth Programs Manager. He coached tennis in the family business for over 35 years, worked as the Head Tennis Professional at the American Club in Singapore, and also spent time as a Primary and Secondary School Physical Education teacher. Mitch has a PhD in Sport Pedagogy and Teaching Styles and has published various journal articles, book chapters and edited books in the area of coaching, teaching, sport and physical activity. He has also presented at various national and international sport coaching and physical activity conferences.