24/04/2026
From ball jockey to accredited coach, Manny’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.
Three years ago, Manny started at 10by20 Padel Club KCC with a mop in hand and zero racket experience. Manny’s hunger for the game from the get go was undeniable. He spent every spare moment studying coaches, watching sessions, and sneaking in practice during off peak hours.
The club saw something special in him, and they were right. Today, Manny is a fully accredited padel coach AND assistant manager at the very club where he once cleaned the courts.
This week, he took his biggest step yet, his first ever flight, travelling from the Home of Padel at 10by20 Killarney to the Home of Padel in Bloemfontein, to compete in the Castle Light Open.
None of this would’ve been possible without the incredible .mina for making this dream a reality.
Manny , you are the living, breathing soul of this sport. You inspire everyone around you.
Vamos Manny!!! You are an absolute legend!!!
