Honoka was born in Osaka, Japan, and began playing tennis at just five years old, developing a passion for the game that would eventually take her from Japan to a highly successful collegiate career in the United States.
In 2019, Honoka moved to the U.S. to pursue her education and collegiate tennis career at Tennessee Wesleyan University, where she established herself as one of the top players in the NAIA. She played an instrumental role in helping lead Tennessee Wesleyan to an impressive #3 national ranking, while also earning All-American honors for her individual accomplishments. During her collegiate career, Honoka reached national rankings as high as No. 9 in doubles and No. 25 in singles, competing at an elite level against some of the strongest players in the country.
In addition to her accomplishments on the court, Honoka has built an impressive academic background, earning both a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Business Analytics, bringing the same discipline, intelligence, and work ethic to her professional career that helped drive her success as a player.
Her coaching experience is equally diverse, spanning Japan, Texas, Ohio, and the Washington, D.C. area, and giving her exposure to a wide variety of players, coaching environments, and developmental philosophies. This experience has helped shape Honoka into a versatile and dynamic coach who understands how to connect with players across different ages, personalities, and competitive levels.
Honoka brings tremendous energy, positivity, and attention to detail to the court, along with the experience of someone who has competed successfully at the national collegiate level. Her ability to combine high-level playing experience with a genuine passion for player development allows her to challenge, motivate, and inspire players while creating an environment where they can continue pushing toward their full potential.
HONOKA TSUJI