Oscar Roy (pronounced 'WAH') has been hired as head coach of the St. Lawrence University men's and women's tennis programs, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Franco Bari announced Wednesday.
Roy begins his work immediately, as the Saints men's and women's tennis programs continue preparation for the dual match season this spring.
"Oscar is an exciting addition to our tennis program and a rising star in the tennis coaching profession," said Bari. "His accomplishments as a student-athlete speak for themselves. Equally impressive is the professional experience he has gained working in the club tennis industry. He brings a tremendous combination of competitive experience, technical knowledge, and enthusiasm for developing student-athletes. We are excited about his potential and look forward to watching him make an impact on our program and the St. Lawrence community."
Roy, a native of Toronto, Ontario, arrives in Canton after a standout playing career at Southwestern University in Texas. He is a two-time All-American in 2024 and 2025, and was also named Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Year in those 2024 and 2025 seasons. Roy took each of those seasons to the national stage as a two-time individual qualifier at the NCAA Tournament.
"I am honored to join St. Lawrence University and lead both the men's and women's tennis programs," said Roy. "Drawing on my own experience as a player, I look forward to mentoring our student-athletes and fostering a culture of academic and athletic excellence. I'm excited to get started and build on the proud tradition of this institution."
Over the course of his collegiate playing career and since his graduation at Southwestern in 2025, Roy has built a background as a club tennis pro. He served as assistant tennis professional at the Beaumaris Yacht Club in Muskoka, Ontario from 2022 to 2025 and was head tennis professional at the Muskadasa Tennis Club, also in Muskoka, in 2021.
Roy takes over a Liberty League program with two former All-League players on the roster. At the end of last season, the Saints saw Josh David and Jake David named to the All-Liberty League Second Team in doubles, and Josh David earned All-Liberty League Honorable Mention in singles.
Earlier this fall, Josh David reached the round of 16 at the ITA Northeast Regionals for the men's team, and the women's team sent three players to the round of 16 in Elisa Iuri, Yvette Karera and Ariane Karera.
