Event Schedule
Day 1:
Tournament play begins – singles matches + evening coach meetings.
Day 2:
Tournament play continues – singles & doubles matches + coach meetings.
Day 3:
Finals day – closing matches + evening networking event with coaches.
What’s Included for Athletes
Three-Day UTR Tournament:
Singles and doubles match play under official UTR sanctioning.
Networking Event:
Build connections with like-minded athletes and families who share the same goals, in a relaxed and inspiring environment.
Professional Filming:
Match footage to strengthen your recruitment profile.
Scholarship Pathway Education:
Learn exactly how to stand out to U.S. coaches.
Led by Mike Mucci
Mike Mucci is the difference between another tournament and a real college pathway experience.
Currently serving as Assistant Coach for Penn State Women’s Tennis, a leading NCAA Division I program in the Big Ten Conference, Mike brings firsthand knowledge of what it takes to reach and succeed at the highest level. Since joining Penn State in 2023, he has helped guide the team to its strongest season in over a decade, with multiple Big Ten victories and 14 total wins — the program’s best record since 2013.
With years of experience recruiting and developing international athletes across top Division I programs, Mike knows exactly what college coaches look for. At the Dubai Showcase, he will share that insider perspective to help you understand the process, sharpen your performance, and prepare for your own U.S. college journey.
Meet Your Host
Jake GardnerBrought to you by:
Platform Sports Management
Helping athletes secure U.S. college scholarships for over 10 years.
"Platform was able to help me with my college experience by helping me communicate and talk to many schools giving me a range of options as well as supporting me with the signing process, after winning our conference in the first year, a future goal of mine would be to go back to back and continue to improve as a player and student while in the US."
Finn Burridge, Quinnipiac University
NCAA Division I Tennis
Platform Sports was very helpful and made me comfortable in my college recruiting process. Honesty was the top thing I got with Platform. I knew that with every move made, there was a sense of purpose, and they had my best interest at heart. It made my life easier, and I felt that I wasn’t being told what to do but more guided in the direction that would ultimately land me at the best place possible. Overall, it was an exciting process, and Platform Sports gave me that agency to make the right decision and let me know I would be looked after throughout the journey.”
Ronan Wynne, University of Denver
MLS athlete
“I am so grateful to have been given the student athlete experience at Wagner college. Not only have I been able to peruse my swimming and academics but I also made friends that will last a lifetime in an amazing city!”
Bree Anderson, Wagner University
NCAA Division I Swimming
"I can't thank the team at Platform Sports enough for their incredible support in helping me secure a swimming scholarship at Penn State University. Their personalized guidance, extensive network, and deep understanding of the process made my journey from New Zealand to the US a breeze. If you're a swimmer looking to make a splash across the Pacific, Amrit, Tash, and the team is your ultimate gateway.”
Cooper Morley, Penn State University
NCAA Division I Swimming
"Working with platform sports made my process of college recruitment so easy. I was constantly looked after by the team and they helped me through every struggle one would face when trying to go to America for sports. Working with them has been such a good experience and I will always thank them for the time and effort they put into me and my goals."
Kayla Van De Ven , Wichita State
NCAA Division 1 Golf
"Partnering with Platform Sports Management was a game changer for me and my family. Through their professionalism and hard work they have turned my dream into reality. They didn’t just represent me but also believed in me. Helping to push me to where I am now. Very thankful for all that they have done!”
Keegan Kelly, University of Denver
NCAA Division I Soccer