About Me | Riccardo Leone
I’m an high performance tennis coach with 10 years of experience across Europe and Australia, coaching and mentoring top ITF junior and professional players.
As a sports scientist and psychology graduate my areas of expertise are mostly biomechanics, cognitive training and sports psychology.
When it comes to teaching sports I strongly believe in discipline, innovation, and a player-centered approach, with a clear focus on long-term development and peak performance under pressure, both on and off the court.
I’m also the founder of Evolve Tennis, for which I design personalised, high-intensity training programs tailored to each athlete’s needs, fostering consistency, resilience, and competitive excellence.
Blog Statement
A conversational space for coaches, players, parents, and tennis enthusiasts
This blog is here to build a friendly, respectful space where the tennis community can explore key topics like tennis coach development, player development, and the latest tennis coaching trends. Whether you're coaching, parenting, or playing, there's something here for you.
With so many teaching styles out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. I’m not here to settle debates—like open stance vs. closed stance—but to explore the pros and cons of different ways to teach and learn.
My views come from both sports science and psychology studies, as well as years on court.
I’ve found that theory and real-life tennis don’t always match—and that’s where tennis science and a flexible mindset come in.
In the end, thoughtful, balanced decisions lead to better development—for players, coaches, and parents alike.
