Beyond the Court: How Tennis in the Caribbean Shapes Values and Legacy

Beyond the Court: How Tennis Shapes Caribbean Values
In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of a Dominican athlete whose life has been shaped by tennis, discipline, and deep cultural roots. Our guest, Félix de los Santos, is a seasoned tennis coach and former multi-sport athlete with over 40 years of experience in the world of competitive sports.

Born in the rural community of La Rincona de Salva León, Higüey, Félix shares how his background in tennis, martial arts, Olympic wrestling, and table tennis has helped him develop well-rounded athletes throughout the Dominican Republic. Beyond coaching, he’s also the founder of the Pucana water brand and a passionate advocate for agriculture and staying connected to the land.

This conversation goes beyond the court, highlighting how tennis and sport can instill values like focus, resilience, and respect in Caribbean communities.

🌴 Whether you're a tennis lover, a fan of local success stories, or curious about life in the Dominican Republic—this episode is for you.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Meet Felix
03:38 Starting the journey as a sports coach
11:44 From tennis courts to olimpic wrestling
14:20 From La Romana to the United States.
16:55 A Life changing tennis match
19:40 Giving back to Punta Cana's tennis community.
21:24 The Ball Boy Program
26:30 The origins of Pucana
28:25 Retired life in the Dominican Republic
32:35 Raising kids in Punta Cana
35:39 Secrets to a successful and fruitful land
40:14 Opportunities & Benefits from the Ball Boy Program
45:31 Tips for athletic success
47:01 Incorporate discipline into your daily routine.
49:00 Where can you play tennis in Punta Cana
51:14 Social Media