Two Powerhouse Coaches Join Platform Sports to Strengthen U.S. College Tennis Recruitment
At Platform Sports, we believe that every athlete deserves clarity, structure, and expert support when navigating their U.S. college journey. That commitment grows even stronger with the addition of two outstanding coaches to our team: Mike Mucci and Ali Borhani.
Together, they bring decades of experience across NCAA Division I, JUCO, and NAIA programs. Their knowledge, networks, and personal insight will give Platform tennis athletes and their families a powerful edge in the recruitment process.
Mike Mucci most recently served as Assistant Coach for Penn State Women’s Tennis, where he helped deliver one of the team’s most successful seasons in over a decade. The Nittany Lions finished 14–10 overall and 10–2 at home, including a signature victory over nationally ranked USC.
In recognition of his impact, Mike was named ITA Northeast Regional Assistant Coach of the Year in 2024. But his coaching story spans much further. He has held key roles at Jacksonville State, Southern Utah, Belmont, Delaware, and Niagara University, building top recruiting classes and guiding doubles teams to the NCAA Championship stage.
As a former collegiate athlete himself, Mike understands the pressures and expectations that come with balancing elite sport and academics. At Platform Sports, he brings that experience directly to the families he supports, helping athletes navigate college tennis with confidence and purpose.
Ali Borhani joins Platform with over a decade of coaching and recruiting experience across all levels of U.S. college tennis. From JUCO and NAIA to NCAA Division I, he has a long-standing reputation for helping athletes succeed.
He has coached eight different players to No. 1 national rankings, earned national coaching awards at both the junior college and Division I levels, and helped guide teams to multiple national championship finals. His tenure at Boise State University as Associate Head Coach is one of many examples of his success in high-performance environments.
Ali is known for his customised approach to recruitment. He builds strategies based on each athlete’s goals and strengths, while drawing from his deep understanding of NCAA systems and his global coaching network.
The U.S. college tennis system is complex. From scholarships and eligibility to divisions and timelines, it can be overwhelming without the right support.
With Mike and Ali joining our recruitment team, families working with Platform gain:
This is more than just adding to our team. It is a step forward in the level of care, knowledge, and mentorship we can offer to families around the world.
“At Platform, we build our team the same way we help athletes build their futures, with intention and integrity,” says Amrit Rai, Founder of Platform Sports. “Mike and Ali are not only successful coaches, they are thoughtful mentors who bring a deep commitment to the families we work with. We are proud to have them on board.”
Whether you are already competing at a national level or just starting to explore U.S. college options, our team is here to help you map out the next step.
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