Brandon Lupian begins enters his second year as Head Coach of the men's tennis program at SDCC. Lupian, a product of the community college system, competed at Southwestern College where he was a two-time All-PCC selection. Brandon then moved on to play at U.S. International University while earning his B.A. in Sociology in 2003.

Lupian was the Head Boy's and Girl's Tennis Coach at Otay Ranch High School where the Boys won the South Bay League in 2004, 2005 and 2006. His Girl's team won the South Bay League championship in 2005.

Lupian also served as the Men's Assistant Tennis Coach at Southwestern College for the past three years. Brandon also volunteers some of his time to help the Chula Vista High School basketball program.

Lupian has roots to City College through his father, Lazaro (Larry) Lupian, who competed in tennis here under Coach Bob Bacon during the "glory days" of SDCC Athletics. His aunt and uncle both played professional tennis.

Coach Lupian's philosophy: "Never give up, play hard, and have FUN!"