WASHINGTON, Pa. – The Washington & Jefferson College Department of Athletics recently selected Matt Lynch as its new head coach for its men's and women's tennis programs. 

"We are excited to welcome Matt to Washington & Jefferson College as our head men's and women's tennis coach," said Director of Athletics Scott McGuinness. "Matt has a strong reputation as a skilled tennis instructor and we believe he will help build championship contenders for both teams. During the interview process, it was apparent that Matt has a strong desire to build a welcoming culture where our tennis student-athletes can thrive on the court and in the classroom."    
 
Lynch brings well-rounded coaching experiences at the college and instructional levels. Since the summer of 2015, Lynch has worked as a tennis instructor at Glen Creek Tennis Club in South Park. At Glen Creek, he was responsible for managing junior and adult clinics and conducting private lessons and one-on-one individualized instruction for all ages. 
 
Lynch competed at both Grove City and West Liberty University during his time as a student-athlete. During his time as a freshman at Grove City, the Wolverines earned the 2015 PAC Men's Tennis Championship. Lynch was the individual champion at fifth singles where he defeated Joshua St. Clair of W&J in the championship match. Lynch was a consistent starter in the middle of the lineup for West Liberty during the 2018 season. 
 
Lynch is a 2020 graduate of California University of PA. He served as a student assistant coach with the women's tennis program from August 2015 through May 2017. 

"I am excited and grateful for the opportunity to step into the Head Coach position for Men and Women's Tennis at W&J College," Lynch said. "There is an incredible amount of potential for both teams and I am looking forward to assisting in the growth of each individual athletically and academically. I want to thank Scott McGuinness and the rest of his staff for the warm welcome and support that I have received. Go Presidents" 

He will begin his duties as head coach on February 1. The men's team is scheduled to begin the spring portion of its schedule in late February.