Siyolise Schultz – Tennis Player (2010 • South Africa)
“My goal for 2026 is to raise enough money to play in more ITF tournaments and finish the year in the top 300.”
Siyolise Schultz is an international junior tennis player born in 2010 who represents South Africa. Ranked in the Top 10 nationally in the U16 category, she competes on the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors.
Like many junior players featured in our Girls Interviews section, Siyolise is gaining valuable experience across national and international tournaments, gradually refining her game and competitive mindset.
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.
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Siyolise Schultz | Biography, February 2026
| Name | Siyolise Schultz |
| Date of birth | September 24, 2010 |
| Nationality | South African 🇿🇦 |
| Residence | Cape Town, South Africa |
| Age started tennis | 7 |
| Tennis age category | U16 |
| National ranking | #6 (best) U16 |
| International ranking | #1513 (best) ITF Juniors |
| Tennis club | BVTS |
| Coaches | Simthandile Mantile |
| Sponsors | HEAD Tennis |
| @siyolise_schultz |
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Siyolise Schultz | Interview, February 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.My name is Siyolise Schultz, I am 15 years old, I was born on September 24, 2010.
I live in Cape Town, South Africa.What languages do you speak?My native language is IsiXhosa. I also speak Zulu and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?At 7 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?No tennis players in my family.
In which club do you train?BVTS.
Who are your coaches?My father (Simthandile Mantile) is my coach.
What is your weekly training routine?I train 25 hours per week. 4 hours of tennis per day, 1 hour of physical conditioning per day, 5 times a week, and 2 days of rest.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?My greatest strength: my perseverance. I can always improve as a player, in everything I undertake.
What is your age category and your national ranking?
- Under 16
- National ranking: 6th
What have been your greatest successes so far?My greatest achievement: obtaining a full scholarship to attend the best tennis academy in Africa at the age of 8.
In which countries have you played tournaments?I’ve played in Madagascar, Kenya, Namibia, Botswana, France, and the Netherlands.
Do you have any sponsors?I’m sponsored by Head.
What is your goal for 2026?My goal for 2026 is to raise enough money to play in more ITF tournaments and finish the year in the top 300.
What is your tennis dream?–
Who are your favorite tennis players?–
What do you enjoy outside of tennis?I love spending time with my family.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?This interview is dedicated to everyone who has helped me so far and to those who will help me in the future.
Siyolise, thank you for the interview 🙌
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey 💜🩷
