South Carolina State University Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach Hardeep Judge continue to solidify his legacy as one of the most accomplished coaches in collegiate tennis. Entering his 25th year at the helm of the Bulldogs' tennis programs, Judge stands as the winningest coach in South Carolina State history and one of the most successful coaches in the nation.
A perennial leader in collegiate tennis, Judge has amassed more than 700 career victories while building one of the most dominant programs in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC).
Throughout his distinguished career, he has captured 37 conference tournament championships and 26 regular-season titles between the men's and women's programs. His success has also earned him more than 20 MEAC Coach of the Year honors, further cementing his reputation as one of the premier coaches in the conference and across the country.
Judge's outstanding accomplishments were recognized again in 2026 when he was named the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA)/Dunlop Carolina Regional Coach of the Year. The prestigious honor highlighted another remarkable season leading South Carolina State's nationally respected tennis program.
During the 2026 campaign, Judge guided the Bulldogs men's tennis team to its sixth consecutive MEAC Championship and the program's 21st conference title overall. The team's continued excellence earned South Carolina State a No. 9 regional ranking by the ITA, further demonstrating the program's sustained success under his leadership.
A two-time USTA Coach of the Year and the 2026 MEAC Coach of the Year, Judge has built a championship culture that has produced consistent success for more than two decades. His commitment to excellence, player development and competitive achievement has established South Carolina State as one of the top tennis programs in the MEAC and elevated Judge among the nation's elite collegiate tennis coaches.
Through his dedication, leadership and winning tradition, Judge continues to leave an indelible mark on South Carolina State Athletics while shaping the next generation of student-athletes both on and off the court.
