Coaches

Our Experienced Coaches

Courtney Hurley

Head Coach and owner

COURTNEY is a three-time Olympian in Epee with a Bronze medal in the team event in London 2012. Courtney won the USFA Senior National Championships 5 times during her career. Courtney also attended the University of Notre Dame where she was 2-time NCAA Individual Champion.

She comes to Albuquerque from Olympian Fencing Club and the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio. She assumed ownership of Duke City Fencing Club on August 1, 2024 where she is now also the Head Coach.

Coach Courtney recently received her Maestro certification from the United States Fencing Coaches Association (July 2024). The Maestro certification is the highest certification available for fencing coaches in the world.

Her 20+ years of competitive experience combined with her coaching expertise will help students achieve their fencing goals!

Andy

Coach

“I started fencing in 1999. I’ve coached in Reno, NV and for the University of New Mexico fencing team. I like fencing because it’s fun, it’s good exercise, it offers a good mental and physical challenge. ‘It helps keep me young, by gollies!”

In 2016, Coach Andy was awarded the Spirit of Fencing Award by the US Fencing Association.

Andy shares his love of fencing with anyone who is willing to listen. His enthusiasm for the sport, gentle humor, and ability to listen have drawn dozens of people to learn fencing and kept them coming back to practice.

MARK BROEKMAN

Mark is a highly accomplished squash coach and program director. Mark has played the sport professionally with a career spanning over two decades. His extensive experience includes coaching players of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to national champions. Mark’s coaching philosophy centers around developing strong fundamentals, cultivating a growth mindset, and fostering a love for the game. His ability to create a supportive and encouraging training environment has resulted in numerous success stories among his students.

Zeyad El Shorafy

Zeyad, our Junior Elite Squash Coach, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to Play Squash Academy. His passion for squash, coupled with a proven track record in nurturing young talent, sets him apart. Zeyad is committed to guiding junior athletes not only in refining their squash skills but also in fostering discipline and sportsmanship. With years of coaching experience, he has successfully mentored players to triumphs in regional and national tournaments. Zeyad’s training approach is characterised by its customisation to each player’s unique strengths and weaknesses, ensuring optimal skill development. We eagerly anticipate Zeyad’s impact on our junior players and the continued elevation of our academy’s reputation for excellence in squash coaching.