Hofstra University Welcomes Fred Lemongo as Head Women’s Tennis Coach
Hofstra University is pleased to announce the appointment of Fred Lemongo as the new head coach for the women’s tennis program. This decision was confirmed by Rick Cole Jr., the Vice President and Director of Athletics at Hofstra.
“We are thrilled to have Fred Lemongo lead our women’s tennis program,” stated Cole Jr. “He brings to Hofstra a coaching philosophy centered on discipline, technical precision, and a passion for helping student-athletes reach their fullest potential on and off the court.”
Coaching Experience and Achievements
Lemongo joins Hofstra with an extensive background in coaching, spanning over 15 years at various levels of the sport. Most recently, he was in charge of the juniors program at the Country Club of Virginia, overseeing over 250 young tennis players during the 2024-25 season. In this role, Lemongo developed a comprehensive curriculum, directed a team of tennis professionals, coordinated league play, and managed special events and program logistics.
Prior to his tenure at the Country Club of Virginia, Lemongo served as the assistant men’s tennis coach at Campbell University from 2019 to 2021. His contributions were vital in recruiting high-caliber athletes, crafting personalized training programs, and managing team operations for the Fighting Camels.
Before Campbell, Lemongo was an assistant coach for the women’s tennis team at the University of Louisiana Monroe for five seasons. During this time, the Warhawks clinched the 2017 Sunbelt Conference Championship and achieved a national ranking of #50 in the ITA Division I standings. His coaching efforts helped ULM regularly advance to the conference tournament semifinals and produced numerous all-conference performers.
Playing Career and Education
A former competitive player, Lemongo was the number one ranked junior tennis player in Cameroon and won the ITF West and Central African doubles championship. He also attained a top 25 ranking among African junior players. While attending North Carolina Wesleyan University, Lemongo distinguished himself by winning multiple championships, contributing to his team’s three NCAA Division III Sweet 16 appearances, and reaching the Elite 8. Notably, he held individual rankings of ninth in doubles and 15th in singles within the Atlantic South region.
Lemongo earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from North Carolina Wesleyan University, graduating in 2013.
A Vision for the Future
Expressing his enthusiasm for this new role, Lemongo stated, “I’m honored to join Hofstra University as the head women’s tennis coach. I want to thank Rick Cole Jr. and the entire Athletics department for believing in my ability to lead this long-standing program. Hofstra has the potential to excel at every discipline, and I look forward to working with the women’s tennis student-athletes to help them grow and succeed at the highest level.”
