Pino He was named a volunteer assistant coach with the University of Pennsylvania women’s tennis program in the Spring of 2023. In his second season, in the role of an assistant coach, the team achieved an impressive overall record of 17-7 and remained undefeated at home with an 11-0 record.
He worked closely with all players and has coached freshman phenom Esha Velaga, who was the Ivy League’s sole representative in the 2024 NCAA Singles Tournament, as well as in the 2024 NCAA Doubles Tournament, partnered with junior Eileen Wang. Both athletes earned first-team All-Ivy recognition.
Before joining Penn, He lived in Florida, where he served as a hitting partner for several top 10 WTA professionals and Olympians. He also accompanied Chinese national team players to the US Open, contributing to their training and match preparation.
In addition to his coaching career, He is a graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Social Policy & Practice, studying psychology and sociology. He is about to complete his master's degree and become a licensed mental health counselor, combining his passion for tennis with his dedication to mental health and well-being.
