Dear Mark,
In case you do not know who this is, it's Jenny Sperry. During the past three years, I have been doing well in my tennis and school work. I am currently applying for numerous colleges, among them includes Brown, Dartmouth, Purdue, and Columbia. Each coach has asked me about my past tennis career, and what has been the most influential aspect of it. For each coach, I respond with a confident affirmation that Weil has not only been the most beneficial experience, but the most rewarding experience. I have spoken highly about the Academy and the experience that comes along with it. I would just like to personally thank you for creating and making possible that experience. Each and every day, I am reminded about the events that had taken place when I attended. Each coach from college believes that going to Weil was the best decision of my life. Weil taught me things I had never learned, nor even dreamed to have learned. I was able to perfect my tennis career, academic achievements, and social awareness. I learned more in that one short year than, seemingly, the rest of my life. I owe my success and accomplishments to you and to the team that provided that perfect atmosphere. I will feel confident going into college because I was fortunate enough to have attended a college-like atmosphere at Weil. When people ask me, "How are you going to be able to manage tennis, an academic, and a social life?" I simply respond, "I went to Weil. I know what to expect." I owe you much gratitude for the best experience of my life.
Jenny Sperry
2000 – '01
Dear Mark Weil and Staff,
I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed my week scholarship to Weil. The week taught me so much. In fact, the weekend after my week at Weil, I got into the semi-finals with the training and skills I learned from Weil. I'm a whole different player. I can't believe that a week could be so fun yet so useful and educational. The staff was very nice and I really enjoyed it. So, thank you for everything.
Blair Johnson
Ojai freshman & winner of
the Wilson Sportsmanship
Award of the year 2002
"I must admit that my husband (Michael) and I sent Daniel to you a few weeks ago just to get him away from all the expectations that a young and gifted athlete like Daniel must face. We have always been amazed at Daniel's skill level and his love of the game, but most importantly we want to ensure a training environment that is supportive and intelligent, so that he is working with fine people who understand junior development. Weil Academy truly fits that profile."
Abbe McCall
Daniel's Mother – 6/19/03
"Mark, I just recently signed with LSU, and I owe a big part of getting that scholarship to you! Your academy has helped me in a way I have never been helped before. My game reached levels I never though it would and you guys are like a family to me over there. Thank you for all the help you gave me, as far as the scholarship and a chance to play some big tournaments and allowing me to be in such a great academy. I wish you and the Academy the best of luck! Thanks again."
Colt Gaston, LSU
Weil Student, Spring 2002
"This is the best camp ever and don't change anything!!!"
Summer Camper, 2003
"I hadn't won a big national tournament until I came here and since I did, I have been winning!"
Zach Taylor
"The training is challenging, it's fun, it's hard and everyday it's different!"
Sesil Karantacheva
2002 Orange Bowl Champion
"The Weil Academy coaches helped me to improve
my game!"
Anna Tashtivilli
now with IMG
"The coaches really show interest in you – they are watching you, telling you what to do – really paying attention."
"I could see a quantum leap in their level of tennis (on both Grant and Reed Nibley). If I were talking to another parent – I would highly encourage them to send their child to Weil. I think it has been a totally positive experience for my boys and myself as well."
Stuart Nibley
Father of Reed and Grant
"At Weil I had both tennis and school and when I came to USC – I was able to balance out my days a lot better."
Anita Loyola, USC
"I am very independent now and I credit most that because I went to Weil – I had to learn to be independent, responsible, not only does it make you a better tennis player but it makes you a better person all round."
Summer Camper 2003
