Karolina Kalniske | Tennis Player (2015, Latvia)

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Karolīna Kalnišķe, Latvian U12 junior tennis player from Liepāja
National U12
Player
Latvia U12
Top 20
WTN
35.3
UTR
3+

Rankings updated on September 21, 2026

“My dream is to turn professional and become the best version of myself.”

Karolīna Kalnišķe tennis player is a Latvian junior tennis player born in 2015 from Liepāja, Latvia. Training at Liepāja Tennis Sports School with coaches Matīss Šteinhards and Kaspars Klamers, she competes in the U12 category, is ranked No. 17 in Latvia, has already achieved Top 3 finishes in competitions, and aims to reach the Top 5 in her age category.

Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting her tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.

This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers.

Karolina Kalniske · Biography, September 2026

Full NameKarolina Kalniske
Date of birthJanuary 26, 2015
Nationality🇱🇻 Latvian
ResidenceLiepāja, Latvia
Age started tennis5
Tennis age categoryU12
Latvia tennis ranking#17
International ranking#
WTN rating34.5
UTR tennis rating3+
Tennis clubLiepājas Tenisa sporta skola
CoachesMatīss Šteinhards
Kaspars Klamers
Sponsors
Instagram@karolinakalniske
Karolīna Kalnišķe, Latvian U12 junior tennis player from Liepāja
Karolīna Kalnišķe, Latvian U12 junior tennis player from Liepāja
Karolīna Kalnišķe from Liepāja shares her tennis journey, Liepāja Tennis Sports School training, Latvian U12 ranking, Top 3 competition finishes, Wilson and Nike equipment, and dream of becoming a professional tennis player.
Karolīna Kalnišķe, Latvian U12 junior tennis player from Liepāja

Karolina Kalniske · Interview, September 2026

What is your name, birthdate, nationality, residence?
My name is Karolīna Kalnišķe. I am 11 years old and I was born on January 26, 2015. I am Latvian and I live in Liepāja, Latvia.
What languages do you speak?
I speak Latvian and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was five years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my dad plays tennis with me.
In which tennis school do you train?
I train at Liepāja Tennis Sports School.
Who are your coaches?
My tennis coaches are Matīss Šteinhards and Kaspars Klamers.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My greatest strength is my serve, and I need to improve my backhand.
What is your age category and national ranking?
I compete in the U12 category, and my national ranking is No. 17 in Latvia.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
My greatest successes so far include improving my ranking and already securing Top 3 finishes in competitions.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
So far, I have only played in the Baltic states.
What equipment brands do you currently use, and are you sponsored by any of them?
I use Wilson and Nike. At the moment, I do not have any sponsors.
What is your next goal?
My next goal is to be Top 5 in my age category.
What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to turn professional and become the best version of myself.
Who is your favorite player and why?
My favorite tennis player is Aryna Sabalenka because she is like a tiger.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I like spending time with my family and friends.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to my family, coaches, and everyone who supports me in my tennis journey.
Karolīna, thank you for the interview 🎾
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey and future tournaments 💜

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