Amrit Rai
Founder & CEO
Founder and Managing Director of Platform Sports Management. Amrit has secured over $100 million in sports scholarships. Born and raised in New Plymouth, New Zealand, he loves playing tennis, golf, and spending time with his family.
William Clarkson
Australian Branch Manager
William has placed over 70 student-athletes, securing more than $10 million in scholarships. Born and raised in Kumeu, Auckland, he represented New Zealand in the Lacrosse World Cup and enjoys fishing in his free time.
Natasha Lloyd
Swimming Support / Placement
Natasha competed in the NCAA Division I swimming system and now resides in Colorado, USA, with her husband, Tommy, a former D1 athlete. She loves the outdoors and runs a nonprofit teaching young children to swim.
Sammi Tahwaru
Athlete Manager
Sammi represented New Zealand in soccer and competed in the NCAA Division I system. She coaches youth soccer in Auckland and currently competes in the Women’s New Zealand National League.
Bill Bazzel
Partnerships
With over a decade of experience in junior golf development, NCAA insight, and global partnerships, Bill brings unmatched expertise to families navigating the U.S. college golf pathway. Based between Melbourne and Atlanta, he is leading Platform’s expansion across Australasia, connecting top talent with the right opportunities and building stronger recruitment pathways for the next generation of athletes.
Pamela Saville
Athlete Manager
With a background in the sports and events industry, Pamela brings years of experience and a deep passion for helping others. As Operations Manager at Platform Sports, she oversees internal processes and ensures every client receives exceptional service. Pamela plays a key role in maintaining the quality, consistency, and care that define the PSM experience.
Mack Roach
Athlete Manager
Mack played NCAA Division I soccer and now coaches youth soccer in Gold Coast, Australia, while competing in the NPL soccer league.
Mike Mucci
Tennis Support / Placement
Mike Mucci brings over a decade of NCAA Division I coaching experience to Platform, including recent recognition as ITA Northeast Regional Assistant Coach of the Year. Having led top programs like Penn State, Belmont, and Jacksonville State, Mike specialises in player development, elite recruiting, and academic-athletic balance, making him a trusted mentor for student-athletes navigating the U.S. college tennis pathway.
Andrew Dobby
Recruiter
Andrew is a passionate sports enthusiast from Melbourne, Australia, with a background in American football, golf, and AFL.
Jack Salt
Recruiter
A former Tall Black and NCAA Division I Champion, Jack Salt played a key role in Virginia’s 2019 National Championship before continuing his professional career in New Zealand and Australia. Now, as Head of Basketball Recruitment at Platform Sports, he’s dedicated to helping Kiwi and Aussie athletes secure U.S. college basketball opportunities.
Tamara Reeves
Recruiter
Tamara is a former NCAA Division I track and field athlete from New Zealand who competed for both Central Arkansas and the University of Tulsa. With firsthand experience balancing athletics, academics, and life in the U.S., she’s passionate about helping future student-athletes find the right college fit and make the most of their journey.
Joseph McInnes
Recruiter
Joseph is here to support student-athletes and families, helping them navigate the recruitment process and maximize their college experience.
Ali Borhani
Recruiter
A former D1 Associate Head Coach and JUCO National Coach of the Year, Ali has placed athletes in every level of U.S. college tennis. He knows what it takes, and now he’s here to help more athletes turn their tennis dreams into college opportunities. His expertise and global recruiting network will help more tennis athletes unlock U.S. college pathways tailored to their goals.
Ronan Wynne
Recruiter
Ronan is a professional soccer player with Atlanta United and a University of Denver graduate, where he played NCAA Division I soccer while earning a double major in Journalism and Psychology.Born in South Africa and raised in New Zealand, Ronan now lives in the U.S. and brings real-world experience and a global perspective to his role as a recruiter.
Jay Harrison
Recruiter
Jay joins the Platform Sports team after completing his Business Degree at Seattle University, where he competed for four years as part of the NCAA Division I men’s tennis program. Originally from New Zealand, Jay brings firsthand knowledge of the U.S. college system and the unique journey international student-athletes face.
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