In this episode of Coach Unboxed, Yannick chats with Sandra Zaniewska, a former pro herself and now a reference in professional tennis as one of the top female coaches on tour. Special guest: Mander. @sandrazaniewska
They discuss Sandra’s journey as a young athlete in Poland and her experiences transitioning from junior to pro tennis, traveling alone and the pressures of performance. She reflects on coaching coming naturally into her life and the importance of working with the person before the player, also sharing the stories behind her creative endeavors such as writing books and starting a podcast. Throughout, Sandra highlights the significance of human connection in coaching and the joy of the journey in sports.
About Sandra Zaniewska: As a pro player in Poland in 2009, Sandra has won 17 ITF pro titles between singles and doubles before finding a new tennis passion in coaching. She has worked with top WTA players Petra Martić, Alizé Cornet and Marta Kostyuk, also having spent two years at Mouratoglou Tennis Academy and Champ’seed Foundation.
Sandra is a two-time book author (Raising Champions: The Ultimate Guide for Tennis Parents; Coaching 2.0: How to Develop Great Female Players On and Off the Court) and an advocate for women coaches and creating a healthy connection between coaches and players.
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Production: Unbox Sports; Location: Embarc Collective; Music: BongÔMusics; Photo: Felipe Figueiredo