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Academics
Grounded in a general liberal arts education, Hope College offers specialized study in more than 90 majors, minors and pre-professional programs.
Admissions
Flourishing programs in 90+ disciplines. A vibrant Christian mission. $50 million in new campus construction. Championship athletics. 94% placement within 6 months of graduation. There’s never been a better time to consider Hope College.
Research
Research abounds at Hope. Our students and faculty carry out high-quality research projects that are challenging, meaningful and contribute to exciting new knowledge in a broad range of disciplines.
Arts
At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.
Campus Life
The Hope College campus is a place to come alive. We have hundreds of student organizations, groups and events you can plug into, serve with, play in, root for and grow with.
Athletics
As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women. The college is home to the 2022 NCAA Division III National Championship women’s basketball team.

Adam Ford

Co Director of Professional Tennis Management

616.395.6060ford@hope.edu

Adam was formerly the head men's and women's tennis coach before becoming the director of professional tennis management. He has worked at Hope College since 2006.

EDUCATION

B.S., communication studies, Northern Illinois University, 2008

HONORS and AWARDS

30 under 30, Racquet Sport Industry magazine
Michigan Tennis Pro of the Year, Professional Tennis Registry, 2011
USPTA P1 Tennis Professional
PTR Professional
Etcheberry Certified Trainer
USTA High Performance Tennis Coach
HPI Mental Toughness Specialist
Cardio Tennis Speakers Team member

Adam Ford

Phone Number616.395.6060

ford@hope.edu

DeWitt Tennis Center

Kinesiology Department

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