Lupian, in his third season at SDCC, has quickly rebuilt the program into what is sure to be a force in the coming years. The 10 wins in 2009 were more than in the last two seasons combined. The Knights won five matches in 2007 and three in 2008.

At the Pacific Coast Conference tournament held at the Barnes Center from April 16-18, Deo Brown and Jeff Walker both advanced to the semifinals in singles action. Although they lost their matches, both qualified for the Southern California Regionals beginning April 30.

Brown, who was at the No. 1 singles position for the Knights all season, finished with a record of 11-6. Walker improved throughout the season as he moved up from the No. 4 spot in singles to No. 2 after the first five matches. He compiled an overall record of 7-8. In doubles, Walker and Chris Sua finished with a 9-8 record.

 

Brandon Lupian is in his third 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!"

The Knights' lone sophomore from the 2007 season, Sergio Navarro, has signed on to play for Kansas Wesleyen University in Salina, Kansas. Navarro, an All-PCC Honorable Mention, had a winning record at the #2 spot for the Knights. Navarro also qualified for the Southern Califirnia Regionals in singles and doubles. "Sergio is going to go out there and win matches," said SDCC Head Coach Brandon Lupian.

"That's all he knows how to do. I'm extremely proud of him. By him signing and pursuing his dream to play tennis on the next level, it confirms to me that dreams can come true," said Lupian.

"It's very important to me that everyone of my players has the opportunity to move onto the next level. It's a high priority to me personally."

Championships

1969
Conference Champion

1970
Conference Champion
Southern California Team Champion

 1971
Conference Champion
2^nd Place State
Southern California Team Champion

 1972
Conference Champion
3^rd Place State
Southern California Team Champion

 1973
Conference Champion
State Champions
Southern California Team Champion

 1974
Conference Champion
State Champions
Southern California Team Champion

 1975
Conference Champion
Southern California Team Champion

 1976
Conference Champion
Southern California Team Champion

 1977
Conference Champion