Steve Mauro, who served as the head men’s tennis coach at Ursinus College the last two years, has been named the head coach of the Temple University men’s tennis team.

“Steve brings a tremendous amount of expertise to the Temple University men’s tennis program,” said Director of Athletics Bill Bradshaw.  “His energy and knowledge will revitalize our program.”

Mauro brings an extensive tennis background in both playing and teaching tennis to North Broad Street.  He is certified by the United States Professional Tennis registry and has been involved with many of the United States Tennis Association’s tennis programs.   He also serves as a full-time professional tennis instructor at Fossler Cheltenham Tennis Center in Elkins Park, Pa.  There, he teaches a diverse group of students including sectionally and nationally ranked juniors.

An active member of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association, Mauro sits on the advisory staff for Head-Penn Racquet Sports.   He has also served as the Director of Tennis at Talamore Country Club as well as the Head Tennis Professional at the Horsham Tennis Club in Horsham, Pa.

Mauro and his wife, Polly, reside in Collegeville with their two children, Kurt and Derek.