Berend’s strength lies in his mental resilience and his ability to read the match. He applies the same mental focus to both tennis and golf, which helps him stay disciplined during difficult moments. A dedicated athlete who has balanced daily training sessions throughout his youth, Berend is highly motivated to continue his development in a team environment.

His multi-sport background has helped him develop a strong work ethic and good time-management skills. He is a team player, focused on contributing to the team’s results and competing for championships.

Some his best UTR-based results are: 
6-1 6-3 win over Nick Bergman (UTR 6.81)
6-1 6-1 win over Youp Timmermans (UTR 6.77)
3-6 6-1 7-5 win over Boi Geerlings (UTR 6.43)

Berend is a disciplined student-athlete looking for a college program that matches his academic level and provides a competitive environment to further his athletic career.