About Us

Net Ninjas was created by Carley Furlow because of her own personal struggle. Growing up, Furlow, always had an interest in playing tennis but there were not any local tennis programs that were affordable. A lot of times students are not introduced to tennis until high school age. In high school, Carley played tennis and then moved on to play at the collegiate level.  Shortly after college, she went on to coach high school tennis. She realized that tennis was still not accessible for younger children and students. This is where the idea for Net Ninjas was born.  The need led to an affordable program to introduce young kids to the sport of Tennis while teaching fundamental and an active lifestyle. Located at your local tennis courts, you can learn so much.

She hopes these programs provide children with opportunities to pursue Tennis and reach their true potential.

✨Coach Spotlight✨

Coach Scott has been playing tennis for over 20 years. He started in high school playing on Susquenita’s Varsity team.  He currently is the Assistant Coach for Susquehanna Township High School.  In addition, he enjoys playing singles or doubles with friends at the park. Scott has a blast coaching kids on the fundamentals of tennis and what it looks like to be part of a team.

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Coach Vik played tennis at Central Dauphin East High School for all 4 years and then went on to play at Penn State Harrisburg! In college Vik was all conference second teams for doubles. Vik enjoys coaching tennis as much as he does playing!

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Coach Meagan started coaching tennis in 2020. She is a classroom teacher and the mother of a 3-year-old who enjoys tennis. In addition to coaching tennis, she teaches dance and swimming lessons, she is passionate about mentoring young people and hopes to share her love of tennis with youth in the community.

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Coach Kelly is a dedicated mom of 4! Kelly played tennis, softball, and lacrosse in high school. She enjoys sharing her love of sports and encouraging children to have fun while getting active!

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Lori Sabatose is a certified Tennis Professional with more than 25 years of coaching, leadership, and player-development experience. A USTA Lifetime Member and PTR-certified Pro trained under Dennis Van der Meer, Lori has dedicated her career to growing tennis at every level—from college programs to community organizations to national events.

Lori began her coaching career as a tennis professional at the Miller Tennis Club before serving as Tennis Director at Treasure Lake. She later became Recreation Facilities Director and Head Tennis Coach at PennWest Clarion, where she also led the Clarion women’s program to state-level competition. As a collegiate player, she helped Clarion reach the NCAA Division II National Team Tournament, captured PSAC Team Championships, and achieved a national singles ranking as high as No. 135. Locally, she has won numerous women’s and mixed doubles titles.

Lori expanded her influence in the sport as Executive Director of the DuBois Regional Tennis Association and through extensive volunteer service, including the Allegheny Mountain Leadership Council and USTA’s National Tennis on Campus program. She has also coached several varsity boys’ and girls’ high-school teams and served as Co-Head Coach for Maccabi USA at the European (Italy) and Pan American Games.(Argentina)

Her contributions have earned multiple honors, including the Middle States Tennis Family of the Year Award, the USTA/NIRSA National Tennis Ace Award, the Allegheny Mountain College Coach of the Year (2004), and the USTA/ITA Sectional Community Service Award (2005). She has led countless clinics at YMCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs, and community outreach programs, consistently promoting tennis as a lifelong, accessible sport.

Known for her energetic, upbeat coaching style, Lori believes tennis should be both fun and fast-paced—an environment where every student develops strong fundamentals, confidence, and a true love for the game.