Yannick Stolz

Tennis Profile:

Strengths:

Yannick's strengths include his physical power and a big forehand. His powerful forehand a weapon in his game. He likes to run around his backhand to dictate points from the baseline. His legs are very strong and explosive which gives him the ability to play very aggressive from nearly any position on the court. His game will transition well to the US hard courts.

Improvement Focus:

Yannick is continually working on enhancing his game, with a particular emphasis on improving his footwork. He recognizes the importance of agility and small, quick steps in tennis and is dedicated to refining this aspect of his game to reach a higher level of play.

Junior Career:

In the junior category, Yannick achieved a notable ranking of 21 in the under-16 age category in the Netherlands. His rankings consistently improved each year, reflecting his commitment to growth and development as a player.

Current Play:

Yannick is currently a member of the second-strongest men's team at Club de Metselaars. He previously played for the strongest team at his other club, ALTV. His journey has been marked by consistent improvement in his game and rankings.

Recent Progress:

Notably, Yannick entered the adult ranking list in the Netherlands last year, starting without a ranking and climbing to an impressive ranking of 151 by the end of the year. This remarkable progression is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and potential as a competitive player.

Coaching:

Yannick has had the privilege of learning from accomplished coaches throughout his career, including Jos Koemans, Nick Carr, Martin Bõm, Marcus Hilpert, and Arko Zoutendijk. Their guidance has contributed to his continuous improvement and growth as a player.

Best results:

Win over Jasper van Oosten (UTR 9.57): 76 64

Loss to Kaj Glaser (UTR 10.92): 36 67

Win over Vedran Karalic (UTR 9.75): 61 60

Loss to Dean van Scheppingen (UTR 10.74): 46 63 16

More information on his results can be found on his UTR Profile.

Academics:

Yannick's commitment to academics is reflected in his pursuit of a degree in Economics at a University in the Netherlands. His academic journey is complemented by two Cambridge certificates, one for English proficiency and another for the ability to work, study, and cooperate in English. His profile includes his impressive 3.92 graduating GPA from high school, illustrating his capability to excel in both academics and athletics. He is currently pursuing his first year at a University in the Netherlands in the field of economics.

Yannick will have four years of eligibility remaining. If you are interested in recruiting him, please reach out to guus@slamstox.com for more information and contact details.