It could be that, from the start of the school year in September, the coaching be authorized in P250, P100 and lower categories. For the moment, nothing official, but this development could meet the expectations of many players and coaches who are campaigning for coaching to be opened up to all tournament categories. French Tennis Federation (FFT) has not yet specified the details of this possible authorization, but discussions are underway.

Eric Largeon, elected official in charge of padel, suggested that this possibility was being considered. However, no official decision has yet been taken. The FFT still has to conduct a internal work to study a possible change in the regulations, which currently limit the coaching to tournaments P500 and more.

Padel coaching: why limit it to P500?

Supporters of this opening believe that The players in the lower categories are precisely those who would need it most. For them, allowing the presence of a coach or a friend to analyze a match could be a valuable asset for the beginner players.

In the paddle, coaching on the bench is an integral part of the game. On the professional circuit, it is common to see pairs accompanied by a coach, especially when changing ends. This practice is similar to what exists in other sports, such as Football, where the coach gives his instructions throughout the match.

It remains to be seen whether the FFT will convert the test and will authorize the coaching in recreational tournaments. Answer in a few months.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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