She’s 11, Trains with World #1, and Wants the Crown | Ornella Beltramino

In this inspiring episode of the Padel Smash Academy Podcast, Cesc & Julian sit down with a true Padel pioneer and rising star: Adrian Reino and his daughter Ornella Beltramino, the current #1 ranked female junior player in the United States.Adrian shares the remarkable journey of opening the first-ever padel club in the U.S. back in 2009, building a community before anyone knew what Padel was. From putting up nets on empty courts and advertising in newspapers to shaping the roots of the sport in Florida—his story is one of passion, sacrifice, and vision.Then, we meet 11-year-old Ornella Beltramino, who is quickly making waves in the international Padel scene. Training in Spain with one of the world’s top academies and mentored by none other than Paula Josemaría, Ornella opens up about:Her transition from tennis to padelCompeting in tournaments with 800+ teamsRepresenting the U.S. in the upcoming Junior World CupHer daily routine, sacrifices, and big dream: becoming #1 in the worldIt’s a powerful conversation about family, legacy, and chasing greatness—this is a must-listen for every padel fan.🎧 Tune in now and remember the name: Ornella Beltramino.