Pfeiffer University

Rajeev Vijaykumar stands among the most accomplished tennis players in Pfeiffer history, helping elevate the program to national prominence in the mid-1990s.

A consistent No. 1 singles player for the Falcons, Vijaykumar was named team MVP in 1992, 1993 and 1995.  Additionally, he was named Pfeiffer Male Athlete of the Year in 1994.

He earned All-Conference recognition and multiple academic honors during his career.

On the national stage, he competed in the NAIA National Championships both individually and as part of the team, helping Pfeiffer reach the national tournament in both 1994 and 1995.   He also finished sixth at the NAIA Rolex Intercollegiate Championships in 1994.

During his career, Pfeiffer tennis achieved national recognition, with rankings inside the NAIA Top 25 and strong conference finishes.

After his playing career, Vijaykumar continued his impact on the sport, serving as an assistant coach with Pfeiffer, helping guide the team to the NCAA Division II Tournament in 1997.

After Pfeiffer, he built a global career in tennis development, founding elite academies and coaching internationally ranked players.

Vijaykumar currently serves as the Head of Development for the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association in Chennai, India, overseeing high-performance programs and major international events, which not only include tennis, but also include surfing events.  In 2025, he was the Head of Operations of the Asian Surfing Championships in Mahabalipuran, India and was organized by the Asian Surfing Federation.

His contributions span collegiate success, international player development, and leadership in global tennis and surfing events.