The Functional Tennis Podcast Coach Andrea Ramundo - Junior Tennis, Italian Tennis Federation and working for your mentor for free
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May 15, 2024 Andrea Ramundo, an Italian tennis coach dedicated to nurturing promising juniors, shares captivating insights into his coaching journey. He discusses his experiences with Ilary Pistola, Tommaso Panto, and Pietro Marinelli, and reflects on what he learned at the IMG Future Stars Event. Ramundo highlights the importance of mentorship, including his year of working unpaid for Jofre Porta. He also addresses the challenges of balancing academics and high-level tennis, and the vital role parents play in young athletes' development.
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Andrea's Coaching Journey
- Andrea Ramundo started as a tennis player but transitioned into coaching at 17 when his coach asked for help.
- His passion grew so much he worked for free for one year with his mentor Jofre Porta at Mallorca academy.
Italian Tennis Federation Shift
- The Italian Tennis Federation shifted from centralizing young talent to supporting players locally in clubs.
- They provide financial, technical, and tournament travel support, helping players stay with their own coaches and families.
Phased Junior Training Approach
- Focus first on physical training and perfecting technique for several months before entering tournaments.
- Later, emphasize tactics and mental skills while increasing tournament play from spring onwards.