Maarten van Welij is a committed tennis player who trains 5 times per week, focusing on both his fitness and technique. His playing style is aggressive, with a particular strength in approaching the net and finishing points with strong volleys. Maarten enjoys playing offensively and is always looking for opportunities to dictate points early.

His favorite shot is his forehand, which he uses to generate pace and control during rallies. This shot is a key weapon in his attacking game, and he continually works to improve its effectiveness.

Maarten competes regularly, playing in every season of competition and participating in nearly all tournaments. He is always looking to challenge himself and gain experience in a variety of competitive settings. Some of his best results are: 

• 7-6 6-4 win over Jonas Forger (7.56 UTR)
• 6-4 4-6 6-2 win over Nilesh Badal (8.05 UTR)
• 6-3 6-2 win over Nick van de Marel (7.69 UTR)

In the U.S., Maarten hopes to continue improving his all-around game while balancing his athletic and academic pursuits. He is focused on further developing his tennis skills and competing at a higher level.

 Maarten is eager to take his tennis and academic careers to the next level, continuing to grow both on and off the court.