AN EXPERIENCED STAFF The UCF coaching staff features a unique blend of unparalleled experience and youthful vigor. Head coach Bobby Cashman and assistant Nick Zieziula possess all of the elements to help the Knights succeed both on and off the court: college and professional playing experience, postseason appearances, knowledge of the ins and outs of the game and most importantly, a passion for UCF tennis. One of the most respected coaches in the country, Cashman is in his 11th season at UCF. The Knights have enjoyed great success since he began his tenure in 2000. He has guided three of his squads to conference titles and berths in the postseason. Cashman has also helped his players enjoy great individual success. He has mentored dozens of all-conference honorees and two league player of the year recipients. Cashman has helped the Knights become fixtures in the national rankings. His 2002 squad climbed to No. 47 nationally, the highest spot in school history. On the collegiate level, Cashman played at Miami-Dade Community College before moving to Barry. After college, he played professionally and was ranked as high as fourth in the men’s open division in the Sunshine State. Zieziula is in his second campaign in Orlando. He was a standout player at Buffalo. When he concluded his four-year career in 2005, he was the Bulls’ all-time leader in both singles wins and doubles victories. Before heading to UCF, he served as an assistant at his alma mater.
POSTSEASON PLAY During his time with the Knights, Bobby Cashman has led his team to the NCAA Championship three times. Most recently, his 2005 squad participated in the postseason after winning the conference title. Before Cashman arrived in Orlando, the Knights had never earned an invitation to the NCAA Championship.