Lolo Sainz

Who Is Lolo Sainz?

Lolo Sainz is a renowned figure in Spanish basketball, celebrated as a player, coach, and national team manager. An expert in leadership and team management, his approach blends discipline, strategy, and teamwork. With a career spanning more than four decades, Sainz has shown that success relies on clear objectives and the ability to unite people around them. Beyond the court, he collaborates with companies and organizations, sharing invaluable insights on effective leadership and team building.

What is his Background?

With nearly 45 years in basketball, Lolo Sainz has experienced the sport from every angle: player, coach, national team manager, and sports director. He led iconic teams like Real Madrid, where he served as head coach for 14 consecutive seasons, and Joventut de Badalona. Under his leadership, he secured 10 League titles, 2 European Cups, 5 King’s Cups, the Korac Cup, 2 European Cup Winners’ Cups, and the Club World Championship.

As Spain’s national team manager, he guided the team to a Silver Medal at the European Championship in France and a fifth-place finish at the World Championship in Athens. Additionally, he managed the Spanish National Men’s Team in 130 games and served as European coach on three occasions. Recognized for his impact on the sport, he received the Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sports Merit. His legacy includes 22 years as a professor at the National Institute of Physical Education in Madrid and the National Coaches’ School.