Erik Lundblad returned to the Bulldog men's tennis program as a coach in 2002 after graduating from Redlands with a bachelor's degree in sociology.

A varsity letter-winner as a Bulldog, Lundblad began his collegiate career at Saddleback College, where he earned All-Conference, All-State, and All-America honors, and was inducted into the Gaucho Hall of Fame. He led the team to two consecutive top-three finishes in the state of California while boasting individual rankings in the top 10 for doubles and the top 30 for singles. He was also a double finalist at the prestigious Ojai Valley Tennis Tournament.

Equipped with his certification with the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), he teaches private lessons at the University of Redlands. His passion for tennis and overall desire help the players achieve excellence. When on the court, he enjoys finding the style of play that best fits the athlete while helping him or her utilize all fundamentals of the game. For him, coaching is rewarding, challenging, and fun, as he likes the opportunity to work with different people.