ABSTRACT
This chapter provides reflective observations on an athlete–coach relationship spanning more than five years within elite British tennis. It will draw upon Floris Pietzsch’s experiences as the strength and conditioning coach working alongside Heather Watson, a high-level British tennis player. It is intended that, through personal reflections, it will provide an understanding of some of the elements that contribute to maintaining an effective athlete–coach relationship and which can positively impact on performance.
