Rick, really glad you took this question on in a bit more detail. After seeing thousands of players you have a good intuition on who has potential (thus time and finances), sounded like everything just felt "right". Additionally at the time female tennis hadn't seen that type of athlete.
@@JustinPayton-ex4hc Do you know the details of the deal? From what I understand, Rick got the short end of the stick a bit. Richard used him to get big enough they could go out on their own to cut Rick out of the original contract. Basically, forcing Rick to take a small payout and so they could break up the contract and leave. At the time I don't think Rick had a strong hand because of the shady deal the Williams were playing and actively trying to break the original contract that favored Ricks long term payback. Doubtful we will ever know the details, but it seems the Williams took advantage of Rick. I can guarantee that if Rick did a tell all book on how he was done dirty by the Williams it would sell millions. But it might tarnish his reputation and maybe called sour or some Bull$hit.
There's a ton of coaches that didn't see the potential. I bet they're kicking themselves in the rear end. But when you think about it, it took a specific person that could deal with Richard and have the insight to see them as more than investment.
Imagine If he had coached them from 4 or 5. Venus would have been unbeatable. She was the second best player over the past 20 years, and she’s not really charged her game.
Respectfully…She’s the GOAT. She has the most grand slams in tennis history. She’s the best player in the open era. If she’s second who was the best you’ve seen?
@@SlimSummers22 I’m talking about Venus. I love Serena, but let’s not get it twisted, a young healthy prime Venus could beat the shit out of anyone, including Serena! And before I take what I said back, I’ll add some more to it! 👀👀👀👀
Ricki Macci. I love you baby. yes I do. You are a such deep soul another strong believer and a visionary yourself. May you prosper babe, and May the Lord bless the hard working you put into Williams hands. I don't care wether you got paid for what you got promised ahead from the William family, what I am telling you is that the blessing of God Jehova will be after you all days of your life. And guess what, wether you coach my daughter or not but I am gonna bless you back myself because you deserve it! God bless you abundantly
@@wadeyyy hopefully not. we need humility in this world, not arrogance. in terms of ability, yes obviously, there's hundreds of serenas out there, but they just don't have the resources/fortune to reach her level.
Rick, really glad you took this question on in a bit more detail. After seeing thousands of players you have a good intuition on who has potential (thus time and finances), sounded like everything just felt "right". Additionally at the time female tennis hadn't seen that type of athlete.
You and Richard. They can make a movie just about your relationship. You and the William family were a perfect match.
This man is too kind. Unreal. There was no guarantee he would recover a dime. God will surely repay him.
Don’t worry the Williams payed him very well lol
@@JustinPayton-ex4hc Do you know the details of the deal? From what I understand, Rick got the short end of the stick a bit. Richard used him to get big enough they could go out on their own to cut Rick out of the original contract. Basically, forcing Rick to take a small payout and so they could break up the contract and leave. At the time I don't think Rick had a strong hand because of the shady deal the Williams were playing and actively trying to break the original contract that favored Ricks long term payback. Doubtful we will ever know the details, but it seems the Williams took advantage of Rick. I can guarantee that if Rick did a tell all book on how he was done dirty by the Williams it would sell millions. But it might tarnish his reputation and maybe called sour or some Bull$hit.
Thanks Rick Macci for everything you did
There's a ton of coaches that didn't see the potential. I bet they're kicking themselves in the rear end. But when you think about it, it took a specific person that could deal with Richard and have the insight to see them as more than investment.
Trust, connection and feeling comfortable are rear traits in very few leaders. Macci and Richard Williams are one of a kind...
Rick Macci has many great qualities, including being a great communicator
Awesome- it was a win win for everyone!
I need a Rick macci in my life
Thank you Rick Macci.
Rick is the real deal. What a visionary.
Richard gave him hell🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Venus and Serena lit the tennis world on fire. 🔥
Can this happen in India, a coach giving so much to future champions. After seeing the film, I came to know. Rick is a great person.
Truly inspiring Mr Macci cheers mate. Your amazing
Rick, you are a visionary
Fun interview to watch, but how was he, “taking a chance”??
LEGEND!!!!!!
Imagine If he had coached them from 4 or 5. Venus would have been unbeatable. She was the second best player over the past 20 years, and she’s not really charged her game.
Respectfully…She’s the GOAT. She has the most grand slams in tennis history. She’s the best player in the open era. If she’s second who was the best you’ve seen?
@@SlimSummers22 I’m talking about Venus. I love Serena, but let’s not get it twisted, a young healthy prime Venus could beat the shit out of anyone, including Serena! And before I take what I said back, I’ll add some more to it! 👀👀👀👀
@Ben Smith Venus us 2nd to Serena. Both are great tho.
@@nickpeacock1896 I said that in my initial comment. Can the student be greater than the teacher? Venus is the innovator. She’s in a different class.
Ricki Macci. I love you baby. yes I do. You are a such deep soul another strong believer and a visionary yourself. May you prosper babe, and May the Lord bless the hard working you put into Williams hands. I don't care wether you got paid for what you got promised ahead from the William family, what I am telling you is that the blessing of God Jehova will be after you all days of your life. And guess what, wether you coach my daughter or not but I am gonna bless you back myself because you deserve it! God bless you abundantly
So talented sir
Rick Macci 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌💕💕💕💕💕🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💫💫💫💫💫💫💫
The next Serena Williams is out there somewhere
No there isn't
There will never be another Serena
@@wadeyyy hopefully not. we need humility in this world, not arrogance. in terms of ability, yes obviously, there's hundreds of serenas out there, but they just don't have the resources/fortune to reach her level.