We Almost Quit in 2022! Aryna Sabalenka’s Coach on the Journey to Be World’s #1 Tennis Player

Jason Stacy is a high performance coach who’s worked with some of the most talented athletes globally. But for the past seven years, he’s focused his career on helping Aryna Sabalenka become the #1 tennis player in the world. Now, Jason joins The Line to share the coaching principles that have fueled Aryna’s success, and how anyone can apply these same strategies to achieve and sustain success in any field.

In this candid conversation with Dr Kristen Holmes, he breaks down:

Why he couldn’t turn down the opportunity to be Aryna Sabalenka’s coach

The importance of emotional regulation in high-performance sports

His non-traditional path to become an elite coach

The mindset required to become a champion at the highest level

The three areas Aryna Sabalenka needed to improve to become the best

Why fun can be one of the most important aspects of training

What happened behind the scenes from Aryna’s toughest year

Why your biggest strength can also become your biggest weakness

Whether you’re an aspiring coach, a seasoned athlete, or anyone on a path to personal growth, this episode delivers actionable insights to master both the mental and physical aspects of high achievement.

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And keep an eye out for his upcoming book:

The Pressure Code: How Elite Performers Align Energy, Emotions, and Environment.

(00:00) Introduction

(02:19) Jason's Journey from Homeless to Elite Coach

(07:33) Why Jason Became a Tennis Coach

(12:30) How He Became Aryna Sabalenka's Coach

(19:18) Building the Best Environment for Success

(22:31) Jason’s Evolving Coaching Approach with Sabalenka

(25:33) The Emotional Side of Aryna's Game

(28:50) How to Manage Emotion in High-Pressure Situations

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(37:56) What Sets Aryna Apart From Other Players

(42:08) The Breakthrough Moment for Grand Slam Success

(48:17) The Four States Athletes Need for High-Performance

(55:13) How They Approach Any and All Opponents

(59:55) The Importance of Fun in a Rigorous Schedule

(01:07:19) The Emotional Impact of Sabalenka's First Grand Slam Title

(01:10:48) Behind the Scenes of Sabalenka's Serve in 2022

(01:18:18) Battle of the Sexes: Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios

(01:20:46) The Teams' Goals for 2026

(01:29:27) Kristen Breaks Down the Conversation

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