René Vidal

René Vidal is an accomplished tennis coach and entrepreneur currently serving as the Head Coach of Men's Tennis at Northern Illinois University, where in 2024, the team achieved an 18-6 record and reached the MAC Championship Semi-Finals. As a founder and host of the Down 40 Love Podcast, Vidal engages with industry leaders to explore the theme of resilience through a tennis metaphor. With a history of coaching at notable institutions, including McKendree University, Boise State, Colgate, and Mississippi State, Vidal has accumulated a wealth of experience, being recognized as a 7-time NCAA championship coach. Additionally, as the founder of Vidal Training Group, a leadership development company, Vidal emphasizes growth and development in both sports and professional settings.