Love, game, and a sprinkle of mystery – that’s the recipe that makes the world of sports gossip spin faster than a tennis ball on a championship court.
And speaking of the racquet-wielding realm, our favorite powerhouse on the court, Danielle Collins, seems to have mastered the art of keeping her romantic scorecard as elusive as her forehand slice.
In this age of digital detectives and social media sleuths, no secret, no matter how craftily concealed, can escape the hawk-eyed gaze of the ever-curious public and her adoring fans.
Danielle at the The Mubadala SilconValley Classic tournament in 2023 ”Another one Wow! What a week and a journey it has been. I’ve had so many great battles on court this week against some of the toughest opponents, so it makes bringing home the hardware even more rewarding. I’ve been blessed to have so much support along the way. I’m continuing to take small steps each day to continually learn and make improvements🎾 I’d like to thank #theWTA, my partners – #NewBalance, #Babolat and #Dynastyfinancialpartners, and the incredible team at The Mubadala SilconValley Classic @mubadalasvc.
Some positive mental work that I have been doing that I would like to share! The main theme for me this week was “vision.” I knew that regardless of winning or losing yesterday it would be an incredibly auspicious day as it was the start of Lion’s gate portal and new moon. I took some time to focus my energy in on my goals and dreams and plant new seeds. I wanted to share the Lions gate activation I came across, and hope everyone can use this positive energy to start off this Monday morning. ”
Danielle Collins Boyfriend – Who Is She Dating?
Our lurking led us to the intriguing tidbit that she had a thing going on with her coach, Tom Couch, back in the day, starting around 2019. But by 2020, the romantic ship apparently hit an iceberg, and things got chilly. However, Tom still keeps those relationship snapshots front and center on his social media profile.
Also, they’ve clicked that “Unfollow” button on each other’s accounts. Talk about a digital breakup, right?
Now for the present-day romantic gossip. Officially, there’s no grand proclamation about who’s currently capturing her heart.
But rumors state that she is dating the fitness model Joe Vollen. The dude’s been playing her biggest cheerleader at her matches.
However, we can’t say with absolute certainty whether she’s riding the solo train or if there’s a mystery man in the shadows. All we know is the dating drama dial is cranked up to eleven.
Who Is Joe Vollen? – Joe Vollen – From Fitness Model to Guitar-Strumming Heartthrob
Well, well, it seems like Cupid’s been hitting again, and it appears she’s traded her fitness coach for a new player in the game of love: Joe Vollen, the man who knows how to work a treadmill as much as a guitar string.
Joe Vollen
He Modeled For Ralph Lauren And Calving Klein
So who is Joe Vollen? Well, he’s not just another pretty face, though he’s got that covered too – he’s a fitness model with a resume as long as one of his famous brand endorsements.
He’s been in the fitness world since the prehistoric era of 2007, strutting his stuff for big names like Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and more.
He’s not much of a social media butterfly – you can only spot him flexing those muscles on LinkedIn.
Joe Vollen and Danielle Collins
He Studied Psychological Brain Sciences And Plays Guitar
Joe graduated with a degree in Psychological Brain Sciences from John Hopkins University in 2005. And that guitar? Well, it’s not just for show – he’s been jamming with the cool cats of the music scene, even teaming up with Grammy-winning DJ Mark James. So, whether he’s strutting down the runway or strumming a chord, Joe’s got more than a few strings to his bow.
His Net Worth Is Estimated at Around $3 million
Now, let’s talk dollars and sense. Joe’s got a net worth that could probably buy a few tennis courts, estimated to be around $3 million. Not bad for someone who’s been working up a sweat for the last 15 years.
A paparazzi photo of Danielle Collins and Joe Vollen
Previously Dated Her Coach Tom Couch From 2019-2020
Danielle used to date her coach Tom Couch. He is a well-known midfielder in the footy field, but in 2019, he decided to jump ship and become a personal trainer.
Tom Couch and Danielle Collins
He was born on a sunny June 17, 1988, in Australia. He’s approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and tipping the scales at around 79 kilos.
It turns out they locked eyes at the Acapulco Open in Mexico circa 2019. Tom’s resume was already peppered with working as a fitness guru for various Australian tennis stars. Of course, he crossed paths with Danielle, and love bloomed.
They had snapshots together on French escapades and beach adventures, all meticulously documented on Tom’s Instagram. However, you know our lurking skills, and we found out that they’ve hit the “unfollow” button on each other’s profiles.
Danielle Collins and Tom Coach from their vacation in France
Tom Couch shared a photo of him and Danielle on the beach with the caption: “Birthday weekend”
They were quite the pair, giving love a shot until the clouds of October 2020 rolled in, and that chapter closed.
Tom is now flexing his muscles on the Australian rules football field once again, this time with the TSL North Launceston squad.
But hold on, rewind a bit because, in the not-so-distant past, he scored himself three games with the Melbourne Football Club during the 2013 season. Yep, the big league stuff – the Australian Football League (AFL).
Game, Set, Life – More About Danielle Collins
Danielle Collins was born in St. Petersburg, Florida, on December 13, 1993.
During her time at the University of Virginia, specifically in her sophomore and senior years, she didn’t just win the NCAA singles championship once – oh no, she snagged that title twice. Talk about a double whammy of victory!
But before all that college glory, Danielle had been hustling for knowledge ever since she waved goodbye to North East High School in St. Pete back in 2012.
However, tennis was her true calling. She was like a rocket in the junior ranks, shooting up and making her mark. First, she got herself a scholarship from the University of Florida, which was like giving her wings to fly. But then, she redirected her course to the University of Virginia. And she didn’t just bury herself in books there; she also became a legend on the court, clinching that NCAA singles title with some epic shots.
Danielle shared a photo on her Instagram on August 13th, 2023 with the caption: “Fun week in Montreal. Can’t wait to keep this Danimal Party going”
Speaking about her game, she’s got this killer kick serve that’s just mean. And her forehand? It’s got this crazy inside-out move that opponents better watch out for. Her backhand is all about taking the road less traveled. Oh, and her volleying skills? Pro-level stuff, no matter where she’s positioned on that court.
Now, let’s rewind to 2019. The Australian Open was like her grand debut, and she announced her arrival in style. She sent world No. 2 Angelique Kerber packing.
And you know who’s been cheering her on from the sidelines? Her parents, Walter and Cathy Collins. Her dad he’s the one who introduced her to tennis in the first place. He coached her through thick and thin, setting the stage for her outstanding career.
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