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Welcome to the EMAzing Tennis podcast, hosted by Ema Burgic and Jose Camacho. In today's episode, we have a special guest, Sergio Martinez, a Spanish-American coach with 20 years of experience. Sergio's journey in tennis is truly inspiring, as he started playing at a young age and quickly showed promise. However, a broken arm derailed his dreams of becoming a professional player, leading him to discover his passion for coaching.

Sergio began teaching tennis at the age of 18 in Spain before an opportunity arose for him to visit America in 2011/2012. He was immediately impressed by the excellent facilities and started working with players at both the voluntary and professional levels.

After returning to Spain for a year, Sergio decided to move back to West Palm Beach in 2016. He established his own academy there in 2018, which has since grown to around 50 players. Sergio's dedication to the game is evident in his coaching style, as he believes that passion and intensity are essential for both players and coaches.

One valuable piece of advice Sergio shares is the importance of having energy, passion, and connection with players. He emphasizes that coaches don't have to be amazing players themselves, but they must bring enthusiasm and a genuine desire to help their players succeed. Sergio believes that technique and drills can be challenging to explain, but with the right passion and connection, coaches can effectively guide their players towards their goals.

Sergio's story serves as a reminder of the significance of passion and connection in the world of tennis.

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