Karen Ronney , an accomplished NCAA tennis player and a world touring pro, used her bachelor degrees in journalism and public relations to become a seasoned writer for several prestigious publications, including the Los Angeles Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, Los Angeles Daily News, and Chicago Tribune . A professional journalist for more than twenty years, Ronney has also spent fifteen years as a dynamic public speaker and twenty-five years as a professional sports coach. Karen travels nation-wide as a master coaching instructor for various organizations, including the Special Olympics and the United States Tennis Association. She currently lives in San Diego with her husband, Doug, and… their trio of budding young athletes.