Alan Stopford, a seasoned Tennis Australia coach with over 35 years of experience, is a familiar face at Mills Park Tennis Centre in Asquith . This venue is also where Australian tennis star Jordan Thompson honed his skills under the guidance of his father, Stephen Thompson, a respected coach who managed the facility and was honored with a Talent Development Coaching Excellence award in 2016 . Alan and Stephen share a longstanding friendship, often collaborating on coaching initiatives and junior development programs. Their partnership not only nurtured Jordan’s early tennis journey but continues to inspire aspiring players in Sydney’s North Shore.