Gabi Reca is a player of padel professional who retired from the circuit. True to its brand Bullpadel, he now promotes our sport. At the microphone of Padel Mag, Gabi Reca announces her projects.

The academy Bullpadel ?

The first objective of this academy is to develop the padel and help train players around the world. Whether on the center Bullpadel of Madrid or in the clubs, there is the possibility that we come as close as possible to the enthusiasts to give the keys to success.

How will be organized Bullpadel ?

The idea is to have 3 reference clubs. One club with Manu Martín, another with Xema Montes and the third with Rodrigo Ovide. Thanks to these 3 clubs, Spanish and foreign players will be able to come to one of these “houses” to train.

Gabi Reca retired. Why ?

I'm 45 years old and couldn't find a partner to have fun with on the track. I could have gone on and maybe won one or two table games, but I made up my mind. Today I take great pleasure in teaching and making people discover padel.

Your game is a fine, precise game with a lot of control. Is this type of game going to disappear?

No, because there are still players, both experienced like Bela, and young people like Coki Nieto, who are very defensive and who find themselves at the top of the ranking. The most important thing is the concept of play. If you put one more ball than your opponent, you win the point.

A few years ago it was said that we should let the ball pass. Today it seems that we should play fast, without letting it pass?

No, I don't think so, because if the players do not let the ball pass, they will always find themselves defending without the possibility of counter-attacking. Playing comfortable means knowing how to play with the windows.

If the enthusiasts of padel wish to train with you, Gabi Reca, how is it going?

I am not alone. We are based in Madrid and little by little we (Bullpadel) are going to train teachers to be able to teach in all countries.

Your relationship with France?

I have been present several times in the south of France. If need be, I'll go back. Today I am in Madrid where we received French instructors in training, and where I train one of the promises of padel French and international, Thomas Leygue. He lives in Madrid and it is a pleasure to work with him.

Julien Bondia

Julien Bondia is a teacher of padel in Tenerife (Spain). Columnist and advisor, he helps you play better through his tutorials and tactical/technical articles padel.

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