Anna Mayes

Normal Community High School 2024

• 3x IHSA Sectional Champion and IHSA state qualifier (2021-2023)

• 2023 IHSA Fourth-Place finisher

I trained with Aaron for six years, beginning in junior high, and every program he created for me was intentional, personalized, and effective. Even athletes competing in the same sport received individualized plans tailored to their specific needs. Aaron was always accommodating—whether it came to exercise preferences or scheduling—and he consistently created a fun, supportive, and hardworking environment.

Aaron is also one of the most genuinely supportive coaches I’ve had throughout my athletic career. Despite his busy schedule, he found time to come to my tennis matches, and I’ll always be grateful that he was in me and my teammate’s corner at our state tournament—a tournament we likely wouldn’t have reached without his off-court guidance. He truly wants to see his athletes improve and succeed, and I’m incredibly thankful for the opportunity to train with him. I firmly believe he helped me reach my goals on the court.