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Five-Star Turley Finds Happiness at San Diego State
by Rhiannon Potkey, 15 November 2024

Vessa Turley wondered if she would ever find a school that made her feel at home. After making a few college visits, she finally found her happy place at San Diego State. The five-star senior from Scottsdale, Arizona has committed to the Aztecs.

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Bhandari's Improvement Makes Michigan Take Notice
by Rhiannon Potkey, 14 November 2024

Arnav Bhandari knew he could play better than his results were showing. Everything clicked for him this summer and colleges took notice. The five-star senior from San Ramon, California has committed to the University of Michigan.

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Message Delivered: Sorey Commits to Indiana
by Rhiannon Potkey, 30 October 2024

Ameia Sorey received an Instagram DM from Indiana University to intiate the recruiting process. The blue chip senior from Miami liked what she heard from the Hoosiers and made an official visit. She has committed to play for the program.

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Blue Chip Rodriguez Drawn Back Home to Georgia
by Colette Lewis, 25 October 2024

Despite growing up in the state, Ava Rodriguez had little familiarity with the University of Georgia. She had never visited the campus, and has spent the last few years training in Florida. But the blue chip junior will be returning home for college by committing to the Bulldogs.

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21-Oct-2024
Everything Breaks the Right Way for Five-Star Robinson
Mia Robinson nearly considered quitting tennis before she suffered a broken ankle in 2021. The time away from the court helped change her outlook. The five-star senior returned revived and recently committed to Mississippi State.

16-Oct-2024
Five-Star Tran Attracted to Creighton's Welcoming Nature
Teresa Tran normally provides some sweet treats for players at her academy who sign with college programs. The five-star senior from Frisco, Texas will need to make a few for herself this year after recently committing to Creighton University.

7-Oct-2024
Charleston Adds Another Trinkle to the Recruiting Pipeline
Riley Trinkle developed a love for College of Charleston while watching her sister play for the Cougars. Once it became time for her to be recruited, Trinkle hoped CoC would reach out. They did, and the five-star senior committed to play for the program.

2-Oct-2024
Five-Star Villagomez Sees a Bright Future at Davidson
Kai Villagomez's official visit to Davidson College coincided with a power outage. But the darkness didn't dampen his experience. On the contrary, the five-star senior was even more attracted to Davidson after the visit and committed to the Wildcats.

25-Sep-2024
Steady Improvement Leads Dickens to Lafayette
JD Dickens wasn't sure if he would be good enough to play college tennis when he first made it a goal. The three-star from Massachusetts improved enough over the years to make it a reality. He has committed to Lafayette College.

11-Sep-2024
Five-Star Chou Overcomes Health Obstacles to Achieve Goals
Dylan Chou suffered from two major medical setbacks during his junior career. Although he considered quitting the sport, Chou eventually became determined to play college tennis. The five-star senior is closer to making it happen after committing to William & Mary.

6-Sep-2024
Notre Dame was Always 'Dream School' for Blue Chip Patrick
Nicholas Patrick fell in love with the University of Notre Dame from a young age while attending a football game. The blue chip senior from Coal Valley, Illinois is making his dream a reality by committing to play for the Fighting Irish.

7-Aug-2024
Rising Senior Recruit Stays in the Family at Virginia Tech
Kirsten Woods didn't need to spend a lot of time getting to know the head coach at Virginia Tech or sending video for the staff to watch. The five-star rising senior has committed to play for the Hokies, who are coached by her mom.

8-Jul-2024
Everything Clicks for Five-Star Wasserman and Brown
Elliot Wasserman was inspired by the older players at Austin Tennis Academy to pursue playing college tennis. The five-star rising senior will be following in their footsteps after committing to play for Brown University in Rhode Island.

1-Jul-2024
Blue Chip Gill Returns to Familiar Territory at Virginia
Blair Gill played her first USTA tournament at Boar's Head Resort in Charlottesville, Virginia. The blue chip rising senior will be returning to the courts on a more regular basis after committing to play for the University of Virginia.

17-May-2024
Blue Chip Kovalcik Chases Dream, Commits to Georgia Tech
Jessica Kovalcik didn't have the same resources as some other high-level juniors players. But it never prevented the blue chip junior from pursuing her dream to play NCAA Division I tennis. She is one step closer, having committed to Georgia Tech.

29-Apr-2024
Poindexter Hopes to Reconnect with Family Roots
Eric Poindexter has family connections to the Choctaw Nation. The senior from California is hoping to reconnect with his roots by committing to play for Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, Oklahoma, where the Choctaw Nation is headquartered.

22-Apr-2024
Rock Solid Offer: McKenzie Signs with Creighton
Rocky McKenzie worried college coaches may overlook him because he was from South Dakota. But the four-star senior was able to earn a scholarship offer from the program he wanted to play for most, Creighton University.

20-Mar-2024
Worth the Wait: Blue Chip Glozman Lands at Stanford
Valerie Glozman wasn't sure if she should wait to see if she was admitted to Stanford University before committing to a college. The blue chip senior feared she may lose a spot at another school if things didn't work out. But she decided to give it time and everything worked out.

15-Mar-2024
Boise State Makes Four-Star Jaen Feel Valued
Dylan Jaen didn't know much about Boise State before his recruiting process started. But once he established a relationship with the coaches and visited the campus, the four-star senior was ready to commit to the Broncos.

13-Mar-2024
Farmer Finds the Right HBCU Connection with Virginia State
Brandon Farmer's confidence in his college tennis prospects grew over time. The senior from North Carolina wanted to play for an HBCU, and found a home with Virginia State University. Farmer has signed to play for the Trojans.

8-Mar-2024
Blue Chip Huang Keeps Ivy League Tradition Alive at Yale
Angela Huang was inspired by her sister to start playing tennis. She will be following in her sister's footsteps again by deciding to play at an Ivy League school. The blue chip senior from Pennsylvania has committed to Yale.

28-Feb-2024
Blue Chip Bigun Values Ivy League Credentials at Princeton
Once Meecah Bigun decided he wanted to play college tennis, the blue chip senior made academic prestige a big part of his recruiting process. Bigun valued obtaining an Ivy League degree and has committed to play for Princeton University.

23-Feb-2024
Blue Chip Bowers Pivots, Joins Decorated Texas Class
Ashton Bowers was signed to play for Auburn until the head coach was abruptly fired and the assistant coach resigned. The blue chip senior was released from her NLI and re-opened her recruiting process. Bowers landed at Texas, adding to an already deep Longhorn recruiting class.

14-Feb-2024
Five-Star Murphy Appreciates Lasting Interest from Furman
The first recruiting call Lillie Murphy received was from Furman University head coach Michelle Dasso. It turned out to be the best one. The five-star junior from Tennessee has committed to play for the Paladins, where her former high school teammate is a freshman.

7-Feb-2024
Lamm-Bocharov Recovers From Injury, Commits to Georgetown
Joshua Lamm-Bocharov didn't know if he would be good enough after recovering from an injury to play college tennis. But the five-star junior climbed back up the rankings and recently committed to play at Georgetown University.

31-Jan-2024
Vanderbilt Checks Every Box for Blue Chip Webster
Sophia Webster didn't need to make any other college trips after visiting Vanderbilt University. The blue chip senior found everything she wanted in Nashville and committed to the Commodores before even leaving the campus.

26-Jan-2024
Amherst College Visit Seals Commitment of Four-Star Hu
Amherst College was high on Albert Hu's college list from the very start. The four-star senior from New York wanted a good balance between tennis and academics. Once he visited the campus, he knew joining the Mammoths was the right choice.

24-Jan-2024
Texas Tech Delivers Timely Message to Five-Star Daskalova
Elena Daskalova wanted to attend college in Texas. The five-star senior from Kansas got a perfectly-timed message from the coaches at Texas Tech that helped make it happen. Daskalova has signed to play for the Red Raiders.

3-Jan-2024
Five-Star Henceroth Ready to Spread His Wings with Gamecocks
Cole Henceroth's introduction to the South Carolina coaches led to a lasting connection. The five-star senior from Virginia knew his personality would fit better at a bigger school and loved everything about the Gamecocks. He recently committed to join the program.

27-Dec-2023
Open Mind Helps Rodewald Discover Grand Valley State
Nadia Rodewald didn't rule out any schools during her recruiting process. Although she felt pressure to only consider Division I schools, the open-minded approach helped Rodewald discover Division II Grand Valley State. The four-star senior from Florida has committed to the Lakers.

22-Dec-2023
Maine's Mavor Ready to Take Flight at Air Force
Sofia Mavor wasn't considering military academies at the start of her recruiting process. But the more she learned about them, the more she wanted to know. The four-star from Maine has committed to play for Air Force next fall.

18-Dec-2023
Four-Star McClure Finds Well-Balanced Opportunity at Hendrix
Wesley McClure always thought he wanted to play at the Division I level in college. But once he started making his visits, he realized his outlook had changed. The four-star senior found a better balance of his goals at Hendrix College in his home state of Arkansas.

11-Dec-2023
Raghavendra Achieves Big Ten Goal by Signing with Indiana
Karan Raghavendra grew up wanting to attend a school in the Big Ten Conference. The five-star senior from Dublin, California will get his wish after signing to play for Indiana University.

4-Dec-2023
Bikes, Boats and Feet: Lee's Unique Journey to Richmond
Abby Lee gets to practice every day by bike, boat, golf cart and her own two feet. The five-star senior from South Carolina wouldn't trade the unique experience. It helped Lee improve and led to her commitment to the University of Richmond.

27-Nov-2023
Five-Star Wang Scheduled for Early Arrival at Texas
Calvin Wang got a bit of a late start in competitive tennis. But the five-star senior has quickly made up ground. Wang will be an early arrival at the University of Texas in January and plans to spend the spring redshirting for the Longhorns.

20-Nov-2023
Puerto Rico's Perez-Garcia Secures Great Offer from St. Joe's
Claudia Perez-Garcia thought it may be more difficult to get recruited as a resident of Puerto Rico. But the four-star senior connected with Saint Joseph's early in the process and invited the coaches to come watch her play. It helped lead to her commitment to the Hawks.

15-Nov-2023
Tomicheck Feels Strong Connection, Signs with SIUE
Payton Tomichek felt an instant connection with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The four-star senior from Tennessee appreciated the small things SIUE did during her recruiting process and felt comfortable on campus. Tomichek signed with SIUE last week.

13-Nov-2023
Marine Biology Leads Taylor to Roger Williams University
Tucker Taylor wanted to find a college with a strong marine biology program. During his research, he discovered Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. The two-star from Texas has committed to play for the Hawks.

10-Nov-2023
Blue Chip Trevor Svajda Commits to SMU
Blue chip senior Trevor Svajda has committed to Southern Methodist University. The California native will join the program in January in time for the 2024 spring season. Svajda hopes his addition draws other high-level recruits to the Mustangs.

10-Nov-2023
Kumar Achieves Big Ten Dream with Wisconsin
Sachiv Kumar grew up in Michigan wanting to attend a school in the Big Ten Conference. He will achieve that goal by signing with the University of Wisconsin. The four-star senior's performance at Kalamazoo helped pave the way.

9-Nov-2023
Five-Star Kernagis Always Had William & Mary in Mind
Mira Kernagis first visited William & Mary during her brother's college search. Once it was her turn to look for a school, she contacted the Tribe coaches. The five-star senior from Illinois is signing with William & Mary this week.

8-Nov-2023
Gap Year Benefits Vanderbilt-Bound Ingram
Jack Ingram thought he had the potential to play at a higher level in college. The Texas native decided to reclassify and take a gap year to work on his game. The move paid off as the four-star senior recently signed with Vanderbilt.

1-Nov-2023
Dunsirn's Heart Leads Him to Western Michigan
Solomon Dunsirn noticed the Western Michigan coach watching his matches at tournaments. Once he received an email from the program and arranged an official visit, the four-star senior from Wisconsin realized it was the best fit. He has committed to the Broncos.

30-Oct-2023
Tufts Checks Every Box for Four-Star Seth
Lochlan Seth could have tried to play for a mid-level Division I program. But the four-star senior decided a high-level Division III program was the better option. Seth will be staying close to home with his commitment to Tufts University.

25-Oct-2023
College of Charleston is Home for Five-Star Smith
Jacob Smith didn't want to leave the state for college. That made College of Charleston a destination of interest for the South Carolina native. The five-star senior has committed to play for the Cougars.

23-Oct-2023
Four-Star Nguyen Discovers All Babson Has to Offer
Mason Nguyen didn't know anything about Babson College at the start of his recruiting process. But by the end of his visit to the school, the four-star senior was ready to turn the car around and tell the coach he was committing in person.

20-Oct-2023
TCU is Perfect-Sized Pond for Blue Chip Leach
Jagger Leach was attracted to Texas Christian University's size and success in developing players. The blue chip junior from Sarasota, Florida committed to the Horned Frogs earlier this week. Leach leaves for Spain on Monday to play in the Junior Davis Cup.

16-Oct-2023
Blue Chip Seversen Ready for Early Arrival at Boise State
Michael Seversen is ready to get an early start on his college career. The blue chip junior from Coto De Caza, California recently committed to Boise State and plans to arrive in January of 2025 and redshirt his first semester on campus.

13-Oct-2023
Frusina Chooses Auburn as Pathway to Professional Tennis
A coaching staff with vast professional experience and a welcoming atmosphere on his recent visit were the keys to blue chip senior Alex Frusina's verbal commitment to the Auburn Tigers. The Texas native made his decision two weeks ago after a trip to Alabama.

2-Oct-2023
Four-Star Kunar Makes Lasting Connection with Colgate
Anya Kunar noticed Colgate on a recruiting showcase list and sent an email to the coaches. They came to watch her play in the event and the connection sustained over time. The four-star from Connecticut has committed to the Raiders.

22-Sep-2023
Anazagasty-Pursoo Does Her Homework on Texas
Ariana Anazagasty-Pursoo needed time to do her research before deciding on a college. The blue chip rising senior New York wanted to make the right choice. She ended up committing to the University of Texas.

8-Sep-2023
Shekhera Finds Golden Opportunty at Cal Poly
Anushree Shekhera realized she wanted to stay in California for college. The four-star rising senior from Campbell, California found the ideal fit at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Shekhera committed to the Mustangs in June.

28-Aug-2023
Hawaii's Wong Embraces Change of Pace at Dartmouth
Elise Wong wanted to experience all four seasons and snow during her college experience. The four-star rising senior from Hawaii found a location that checked all of her boxes. She has committed to play for Dartmouth.

21-Aug-2023
Four-Star Jim On Swung Big for Santa Clara
Payton Jim On felt his game was improving and decied to email the coaches at Santa Clara University to let them know. To his surprise, they responded. The four-star rising senior from Hawaii has committed to the Broncos.

7-Jul-2023
Northwestern Built Trust with Five-Star Recruit Megargee
Owen Megargee would see Northwestern head coach Arvid Swan at nearly every match he played once the Wildcats began recruiting him. It helped devleop a trust that sustained. The five-star recent graduate is on campus this summer preparing for his freshman season at Northwestern.

5-Jul-2023
Blue Chip Harmon Re-Opens Search, Lands at Pepperdine
Alexia Harmon realized she rushed her initial decision by committing to Auburn. After re-opening her recruiting, Harmon thought more about what she truly wanted. The blue chip rising senior has committed to Pepperdine.

3-Jul-2023
Robinson's Gap Year Ended Early for Liberty Arrival
Chase Robinson planned to take a gap year before deciding where to play in college. But the gap was cut in half once he signed with Liberty University and arrived in January. The five-star from South Carolina redshirted the spring season.

29-Jun-2023
Redlands Gets First Four-Star in Maegan Deng
Recently graduated senior Maegan Deng is the first four-star recruit to commit to play for the University of Redlands. The Torrance, California native was drawn to the NCAA Division III program because of its team spirit and camaraderie.

26-Jun-2023
Blue Chip Maltby's Tennis Path Leads to North Carolina
Throughout her junior career, Susanna Maltby listened and learned from her extended tennis family, using that input as she searched for the right school. Her first choice was the University of North Carolina, and the blue chip rising senior committed to the Tar Heels this spring.

14-Jun-2023
All Signs Pointed to Toledo for Four-Star Scholten
The University of Toledo wasn't a school on Jacklynka Scholten's recruiting radar. But after scheduling a trip to play a tournament in Michigan, everything seemed to fall into place to make it the perfect option. The four-star from Virginia has committed to the Rockets.

7-Jun-2023
Tkachenko Gets Down to Business with UPenn Commitment
Elizabeth Tkachenko got connected with the University of Pennsylvania program through a coach at her academy. The five-star senior quickly realized it filled all of our athletic and academic goals for college. Tkachenko has committed to UPenn and plans to study business.

24-May-2023
Blue Chip Anderson Sees Potential for Growth at ASU
Mikel Anderson wanted to find a college program that would help him develop for a professional future. Once he visited Arizona State's campus, the blue chip junior was impressed with what he saw. Anderson has committed to the Sun Devils and may arrive early.

12-May-2023
Texas Computes For Five-Star Senior Rahul Sachdev
Rahul Sachdev wants to develop into a professional player and study computer science. The five-star senior from North Carolina believes he found the best of both worlds at the University of Texas. He signed with the Longhorns.

1-May-2023
Five-Star Neyestani Fills the Right Spot for College of Charleston
Anna Neyestani was interested in playing for Colllege of Charleston. She just had to wait until the team's scholarship situation was sorted out. Once an opening became available, the five-star senior from Arizona made a visit and signed with the Cougars.

28-Apr-2023
Four-Star Wells Gambles, Lands on Cornhusker Red
Without a resume that would warrant offers from his dream schools in the Big Ten Conference, Colson Wells took a chance on his college tennis future. The gamble paid off for the four-star senior from Michigan. Wells has signed to play for the University of Nebraska.

26-Apr-2023
Five-Star Webster Charts Her Own Path with Miami Commitment
Five-star junior Savannah Webster tried not to worry when other players began committing to colleges last fall. Her patience was rewarded when the University of Miami expressed interest. Webster has committed to play for the Hurricanes.

21-Apr-2023
Four-Star Verma Attracted to Swarthmore's Overall Mission
Rishi Verma didn't know if he wanted to play college tennis until he realized how much he appreciated the sport and loved competing for a team. The four-star senior from Michigan has committed to pay at Division III Swarthmore College.

13-Apr-2023
Justin Yi Gives Carnegie Mellon Another Four-Star
Justin Yi wasn't sure if he should contact Carnegie Mellon when he first started looking at colleges. But he took a chance and learned a valuable lesson in the process. The senior from Pennsylvania joins three other four-stars in Carnegie's 2023 recruiting class.

27-Mar-2023
Five-Star American Molnar Ready to Join International Iowa State
Bianca Molnar didn't want to rush her college decision. But after visiting Iowa State's campus and meeting her future diverse teammates, the Cailfornia native felt an instant connection. The five-star junior waited a few more weeks before realizing the rising Cyclones were the right fit and committed.

22-Mar-2023
Four-Star Tsaturyan Stays Close to Home at D2 Metro State
Metro State head coach Josh Graetz first scouted Eduard Tsaturyan at the state high school championships in Colorado. The four-star senior wanted to stay close to home for college and signed with the Division II Roadrunners.

15-Mar-2023
Willenborg Feels at Home in Florida, Commits to Flagler
Asher Willenborg could have stayed closer to home in Maryland and tried to play for a Division I program. But the four-star senior was more eager to play for Flagler University, a Division II program in Florida, where Willenborg has trained many times.

10-Mar-2023
Arora Ready for His Early Arrival at Georgia Tech
Krish Arora is graduating from high school a year early so he can join the Georgia Tech men's tennis progam in the fall. The California native caught the eye of the Yellow Jackets coaches while participating in National Clay Courts.

10-Feb-2023
Lee Makes History as UCSD's First Five-Star Recruit
Carson Lee never had a master plan to play college tennis. It just happened organically for the senior from Fullerton, California native. Lee made history by signing with UC San Diego to become the first five-star recruit in program history.

27-Jan-2023
Gandra Celebrates MIT Commitment with Confetti
Nishi Gandra had already secured a roster spot offer from MIT. The four-star senior from Mason, Ohio just needed to get admitted to the prestigious Division III school. Gandra got the news in December while surrounded by family.

23-Jan-2023
Sewanee-Bound Wilson Wants to Help Other Diabetics
Ivy Wilson will be prolonging a family legacy by attending Sewanee. The three-star senior from Oklahoma has played her entire career with Type 1 diabetes, and wants to pursue a career in medicine to help others who are diagnosed.

12-Jan-2023
Annapantula Makes Parents Proud with Middlebury Commitment
Ananya Annapantula's parents arrived in the United States from India with just a single suitcase. The four-star senior from Mason, Ohio has always wanted to make them proud by attending college. Annapantula has committed to play at Middlebury College in Vermont.

2-Jan-2023
Five-Star Kojonroj Makes Serving a Priority with Air Force
Nadia Kojonroj has always wanted to give back to her community because of all she's received in life. The five-star senior from Southern California decided a great way was to serve her country by committing to play at Air Force.

28-Dec-2022
Rusher's 'Unconventional' Recruiting Path Leads to FSU
Azariah Rusher had to be proactive in his college search. Since the blue chip senior spent time training in other countries and not playing major national events, he wasn't in the spotlight like some others. But the New Hampshire native landed right where he wanted at Florida State.

19-Dec-2022
Five-Star Fullerton Ready to Join the Badger Family
Matthew Fullerton worried an ankle injury may hinder his recruiting process. But the relationship he established with the University of Wisconsin coaches relieved his fears. The five-star senior from Minnesota has signed with the Badgers.

14-Dec-2022
Butera Stays Committed to Penn Despite Coaching Changes
Since Luka Butera first committed to the University of Pennsylvania a few months ago, there have been two head coaching changes. But the five-star senior from New Jersey still has no doubt he wants to attend Penn and play for the Quakers.

12-Dec-2022
Karki Grateful For Opportunity to Play, Represent Rutgers
Following a serious illness as a child, Naomi Karki realized how special it was to have the opportunity to play tennis. The four-star senior from New Jersey always dreamed of playing in college and she will be staying close to home by signing with Rutgers.

30-Nov-2022
Sankaran Rajendra Takes Game, Lyrical Skills to Johns Hopkins
Chakor Sankaran Rajendra plays tennis, studies economics and freestyle raps. All those skills helped him gain admission to Johns Hopkins. The four-star senior from Michigan has committed to play for the Division III program in Baltimore, Maryland.

28-Nov-2022
Five-Star Raidt Ready to Return to Tennessee
Conley Raidt was crying as she headed to take her first tennis lesson in Nashville. By the end, she was all smiles. The five-star junior will be returning to Tennessee for college after committing to join the Lady Vols program.

23-Nov-2022
Avram Secures Lifelong Dream with South Carolina Commitment
Gabe Avram's dream since he first picked up a racket was to play college tennis. The blue chip junior from Charlotte, North Carolina moved another step closer to making it a reality by committing to the University of South Carolina.

16-Nov-2022
Four-Star Andrade Finds the Right Balance at Trinity
Rosabella Andrade felt the pressure to play Division I tennis when she was younger. But once she began her recruiting process, Andrade realized she wanted something different. The four-star senior from Texas has committed to play for Division III Trinity University.

11-Nov-2022
Blue Chip Michna Makes It Official by Signing with A&M
Brayden Michna grew up attending Texas A&M camps and matches. The blue chip from nearby Taylor, Texas always knew he wanted to play for the Aggies. Michna solidified that goal by signing with Texas A&M on Wednesday.

10-Nov-2022
Four-Star Keller Feels a Strong Connection With SIUE
Grace Keller kept her options wide open when it came to her recruiting process. But the attention she received from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville head coach Adam Albertsen resonated strongly. The four-star senior from Georgia has committed to play for the Cougars.

9-Nov-2022
Five-Star Suko Joins Huskies Family, Brother at UW
Zehra Suko kept her options open, but always felt a familial tug to attend the University of Washington. The five-star senior has committed to the Huskies, providing UW with two Suko tennis players at the school. Her older brother plays for the men's team.

26-Oct-2022
Georgetown Leaves Good Impression on Five-Star Garofolo-Ro
Katie Garofolo-Ro always kept Georgetown in mind for college after visiting the Washington DC area with her mother while she was growing up. Once she made an official visit, the five-star senior from Houston knew it was the right fit.

21-Oct-2022
Blue Chip Zampardo Heads South to Join NC State Wolfpack
Maddy Zampardo has spent most of her junior tennis career on indoor courts in Michigan. But when it came time to select a college, the blue chip recruit from Grosse Pointe Farms was more comfortable heading south, eager to work with the coaching staff at North Carolina State.

19-Oct-2022
Carolina On Her Mind: Four-Star Shahbaz Commits to Coastal
After making a visit to the campus during USTA National Clay Courts this summer, Sarah Shahbaz knew it was the perfect place to attend college. The four-star senior from Minnesota has committed to play for the Chanticleers.

12-Oct-2022
Friendly Suggestion Helps Debnam Discover William & Mary
Parker Debnam didn't start talking with William & Mary until this past summer. The four-star had a friend on the men's team who suggested she reach out to the women's coaches. It led to Debnam verbally committing to the program.

5-Oct-2022
Blue Chip Rivera's Recovery Leads to Stanford
Hudson Rivera suffered an injury and was sidelined right at the time college recruiters were hoping to see him play. The blue chip senior from Rancho Santa Fe, California tried not it get him down. He recovered and his results improved, leading to a commitment to Stanford.

28-Sep-2022
Daryaie Discovers Right Fit is Right Nearby at St. Mary's
Sofia Daryaie traveled to New York to play in a tournament and discovered more about a college program much closer to home in Northern California. The four-star senior has verbally committed to St. Mary's, attracted by the coaching staff and developmental opportunities.

9-Sep-2022
Wisconsin Reels In Commitment From Five-Star Beduhn
Collin Beduhn used a fishing trip to Canada to help him make his college decision. The five-star senior from Minnesota realized the University of Wisconsin had everything he was looking for and has committed to the Badgers.

1-Aug-2022
Four-Star Smith Joins Close Friend By Committing to UC Davis
UC Davis was the only California school Katelyn Smith was considering for college. After her close friend committed to the Aggies, the four-star rising senior became even more interested. Smith committed to UC Davis once she made a visit to the campus and met the team.

13-Jul-2022
Four-Star Giese Ready to Join Lubbock Christian's Restart
Kelly Giese didn't feel things clicked when he first spoke with Lubbock Christian. But the four-star graduate began to reconsider and realized how much LCU had to offer. Giese signed with the Chaps, who are restarting the program this year after an extended absence.

29-Jun-2022
Four-Star Agrawal Ready for Montana Adventures
Shivika Agrawal didn't know much about the University of Montana when she started researching the school. But the four-star senior from Arizona discovered how much she liked about the academics, the environment and the tennis program. She signed to play with the Grizzlies.

10-Jun-2022
Fashionable Decision: DeMicheli Commits to Boston
Blanka DiMicheli first started tennis because her mother liked the outfits worn on the court. She quickly fell in love with the sport, and made college tennis a goal. The five-star junior is one step closer after committing to Boston University.

18-May-2022
Young-Smith Discovers Division II Opportunities at Lynn
Brodie Young-Smith never considered playing for a Division II program until a college recruiting specialist brought it to his attention. The senior was intrigued and wanted to learn more. He has signed with Lynn University.

25-Apr-2022
Hanson Twins Find Right Match at Kansas Wesleyan
Twin brothers Adam and Jack Hanson didn't start playing tennis until later than most kids. But they quickly fell in love and wanted to continue their careers in college. The Oklahoma natives have committed to play at Kansas Wesleyan University.

22-Apr-2022
Brantmeier Sketches Her Tennis Future in Carolina Blue
Reese Brantmeier's ultimate destination is professional tennis. But the nation's top recruit in the class of 2022 wanted to experience what college tennis has to offer for at least a year. The Wisconsin native is joining top-ranked North Carolina this fall.

20-Apr-2022
No Consolation: Chan Thrilled to Become a Duck
A consolation trophy at her first tournament motivated Jo-Yee Chan to keep playing tennis. The five-star senior from Georgia navigated the ups and downs of the recruiting process to finally achieve her dream of committing to a college. Chan has signed to play for Oregon.

6-Apr-2022
FAMU Women's Program Gaines Four-Star Recruit
After quitting competitive tennis for a year, Rebekkah Gaines worked her way back up to four-star status. The senior from North Carolina wanted to attend an HBCU and has signed with Florida A&M University.

30-Mar-2022
Moravek Takes Friendly Input to Connect with WashU
One of Nina Moravek's practice partners gave her a good tip about Washington University in St. Louis. Once the four-star senior made contact with the program, she discovered how much the school had to offer. She has committed to WashU, and her friend will also be a teammate.

23-Mar-2022
Four-Star Grove Feels Instant Connection at Chattanooga
Cortland Grove is the latest member of his family to sign as a Division I college athlete. The four-star senior from Georgia will be joining the Chattanooga men's team next fall.

16-Mar-2022
Four-Star Cowan Makes Dayton His Later Decision
Charlie Cowan applied for early decision to a school, only to find out the roster spot was taken. The four-star senior reached back out to other schools and found a strong connection with Dayton. Cowan has committed to become a Flyer.

2-Mar-2022
Last-Minute Suggestion Leads Four-Star Lopez to Azusa Pacific
Shannele Lopez was worried she may run out of options to find a place to play in college. But after someone suggested she contact Azusa Pacific University, the four-star senior from Illinois found an ideal fit for her future with the Division II program.

11-Feb-2022
Early Interest Helps UChicago Land Five-Star Beaudoin
The University of Chicago contacted Hudson Beaudoin early in the recruiting process. The school was already high on Beaudoin's list, and the five-star senior from New York appreciated the interest. He has committed to play for the Division III Maroons.

2-Feb-2022
Gap Year Ahead for Five-Star Notre Dame Commit Devaiah
Jayanth Devaiah's improved play put him on Notre Dame's radar and earned him an offer from the Irish. The five-star senior from Massachusetts plans to take a gap year after graduating high school and arrive at Notre Dame in the fall of 2023.

26-Jan-2022
Pearson's Devotion to Washington Comes Full Circle
Brett Pearson grew up wanting to attend the University of Washington. But the five-star senior was considering other programs during his college search before a gut decision led him back to the Huskies, where his father and uncle played.

21-Jan-2022
Narendran's Swift Improvement Changes Future Plans
Tanvi Narendran didn't think she would play tennis in college because she was so focused on academics. But the Covid pandemic changed her outlook after a rapid rate of improvement. The five-star Tucson native is staying close to home by signing with the University of Arizona.

24-Dec-2021
Blue Chip Dellabarca to Make Historic Return to Santa Barbara
Calissa Dellabarca spent a few years living in Santa Barbara and grew to love college tennsi by attending UC Santa Barbara matches. The senior will be returning to campus as the first blue chip recruit in program history, having recently signed with the Gauchos.

22-Dec-2021
Tankimovich Ready to Join Loyola University Maryland
Liza Tankimovich will be leaving California and her twin sister behind to join the program at Loyola University Maryland. The four-star senior from Granada Hills signed with the Greyhounds last month.

14-Dec-2021
Four-Star Mamalat Eager for Bright Future with Blue Hose
David Mamalat may never have considered attending Presbyterian if not for his two coaches having a connection to Blue Hose head coach John Collins. After making an official visit, the four-star senior signed with the program.

8-Dec-2021
Chip Off The Ivy Block: Blue Chip Junior Commits to Harvard
Natalie Block is prolonging a family legacy in the Ivy League by committing to Harvard. The blue chip junior from Florida made her decision official on Tuesday by calling head coach Traci Green. Block's mom played at Columbia and her dad attended Yale.

7-Dec-2021
Colak Lets Heart Guide His Commitment to Michigan State
Ozan Colak wrestled with his final decision during his recruiting process. The blue chip senior decided to listen to his heart, and it led him to commit to Michigan State. It capped an emotional few months for the Michigan native.

6-Dec-2021
Family Move Helps Glickstein Discover UNC Wilmington
Gabriela Glickstein had a tough transition when her family first moved to North Carolina. But she discovered some college options she had never considered, and found the right one. The four-star senior signed with UNC Wilmington.

29-Nov-2021
Four-Star Jevicky Discovers Great Options at Division II
Christine Jevicky always imagined she would play for a Division I program in college. But once she visited Division II Angelo State, she realized all the great opportunities it could provide. The four-star from Colorado signed with the program last week.

22-Nov-2021
Denver Breaks the Ice, Lands Five-Star Driscoll
Caroline Driscoll received an unexpected surprise when she made her official visit to the University of Denver. The five-star senior from Brookline, Massachusetts signed with the Pioneers last week along with her doubles partner, five-star Olivia Dorner.

15-Nov-2021
Handwritten Letters Solidify Ridenour's Commitment to RPI
Nicole Ridenour received handwritten letters in the mail after making a campus visit to RPI. The correspondence from future teammates helped confirm the Minnesota native's decision to commit to the Division III program in Troy, New York.

12-Nov-2021
Blue Chip Wiersholm Takes Her Own Journey To Cal
Katja Wiersholm was very deliberate with her recruiting process. The blue chip senior didn't want to be overwhelmed by options. Once she was able to make a visit to Cal, Wiersholm didn't need to see any more. Wiersholm signed her letter of intent this week to play for the Bears.

10-Nov-2021
Four-Star McDonald Follows Brother's Lead to Bucknell
Brendan McDonald grew up watching his brother play college tennis at Bucknell. The four-star graduate senior from New Jersey fell in love with the atmosphere and wanted to follow the same path. He made it official by signing a letter of intent today to play for the Bison.

10-Nov-2021
Agar Feels Wanted, Becomes BC's Blue Chip
Seren Agar began to feel like her college dream to play in the ACC may not become a reality. But after Boston College invited her on an official visit, the blue chip senior from New Jersey found a perfect landing spot. She will be signing her National Letter of Intent this week.

1-Nov-2021
Future Teammates Help Draw Eli Wood to Bellarmine
Eli Wood valued comfort and relationships when it came time to choose a college. The four-star senior from Prospect, Kentucky is staying close to home by committing to Bellarmine University. The program recently moved from Division II to Division I.

29-Oct-2021
Isabella Brilliant Eyes New Adventures with Army
Isabella Brilliant loves new adventures and loves her country. That made Army an attractive choice for the four-star senior from Idaho. Brilliant will be signing her National Letter of Intent to play at West Point for the Fall of 2022.

25-Oct-2021
Five-Star Micah Pierce Follows Her Gut, Commits to Memphis
Micah Pierce was told about having a gut feeling when she found the right college program. The five-star senior from New Orleans understood what that meant once she visited Memphis. Pierce has committed to play for the Tigers.

22-Oct-2021
It's Anchor Down For Blue Chip Sonya Macavei
Blue chip Sonya Macavei grew up in Ohio, spent her high school years at a Florida academy and toured Europe all summer. But when the fall of 2022 rolls around, the 17-year-old left-hander will put her anchor down in Nashville, where she will join the Vanderbilt Commodores.

8-Oct-2021
Five-Star Fan Targeted Cornell From The Very Start
Tanya Fan became interested in attending Cornell while she was still in middle school. The five-star senior from Ames, Iowa started getting recruited by the program and recently committed to play for the Big Red after receiving an official offer.

4-Oct-2021
Last-Minute Showcase Appearance Leads Kuraica to Dons
Nikola Kuraica wasn't sure he'd find a college roster spot after an injury and Covid impacted his playing opportunities. But attending a showcase event led the four-star Santa Monica native to the University of San Francisco. He will enroll in January.

15-Sep-2021
Choosing Princeton Makes Sense for Blue Chip Sec
Sebastian Sec has been playing with much less pressure since he committed to Princeton. The blue chip senior from New York didn't enjoy the recruiting process as much because of the impact Covid had on the experience.

10-Sep-2021
Georgia Tech Feels Like Home to Five-Star Kate Sharabura
Five-star recruit Kate Sharabura worried college coaches might not notice the growth of her game when Covid-19 shut down tournament play. But she found the right fit for her tennis and academics close to home at Georgia Tech. She's now on campus starting her freshman year.

28-Jul-2021
Snells Hopes to Bring Style and Substance to Purdue
Jamilah Snells wants to pursue a career in fashion design and create better-fitting athletic wear for all shapes and sizes. She will begin her studies while playing for Purdue, where she was attracted to the facilities and coaching staff.

9-Jul-2021
Five-Star Rachal Forges Inspired Path at Morgan State
Five-Star Niles Rachal figured he would attend a traditional tennis power program once he made his college decision. But Rachal realized he could forge a new path while prolonging his family's HBCU legacy by signing with Morgan State.

26-Apr-2021
Car Accident Fills UC Irvine-Bound Zamora with Gratitude
Noah Zamora was involved in a rollover car accident that gave him a new appreciation for what tennis brings to his life. The blue chip senior from San Diego has signed with UC Irvine, and isn't taking any of his future opportunities for granted.

25-Mar-2021
Rizzolo Reconsiders College During Covid, Signs With Gophers
Maria Rizzolo was thinking about skipping college and turning pro. But the coronavirus pandemic gave her more time to reflect, and the five-star senior from Florida reconsidered. She signed with the University of Minnesota.

23-Mar-2021
Treasure Hunt Leads Ljubas to the Right Spot at Oregon
Mia Ljubas couldn't make an official visit to Oregon's campus, so she decided to visit on her own. The Oregon coaches sent the three-star senior from Seattle a treasure hunt map to make it more fun. She committed to the Ducks.

8-Mar-2021
Well-Rounded Brissett Eager For New Adventures at CMS
Ella Brissett knew she liked Claremont-Mudd-Scripps after participating in a showcase camp at the college more than two years ago. After completing her research in the recruiting process, she was even more sure. The four-star senior and longtime Girl Scout from Houston, Texas has committed to CMS.

3-Mar-2021
Saravanan Finds Strong Support System at Miami University
Nishitha Saravanan felt a sense of secuirty from the minute she started getting recruited by Miami University (Ohio). The four-star senior from Maryland liked the coaches and the academic opportunities the school offered. She signed with the Redhawks last November.

26-Feb-2021
Garcia Muriel Grateful for Long Journey That Led to Denver
Patricio Garcia Muriel left Mexico to attend boarding school in the United States in the seventh grade. He discovered his love for team tennis, and dreamed about playing in college. The four-star senior has committed to the University of Denver.

9-Feb-2021
Grayson Finds Lucrative Opportunity at Howard University
Jordan Grayson's parents didn't want her to worry about money when it came to choosing a college. But the four-star senior from Maryland was able to get a full-ride offer at Howard University, where she plans to study pre-med.

29-Jan-2021
Blue Chip Maxi Duncan Headed to Harvard
Blue chip Maxi Duncan won three titles at ITA and UTR events during summer and fall, set up a training base in Arizona, appeared in an advertisement for Apple Watch and secured her acceptance to Harvard. Duncan will join the Crimson next fall.

20-Jan-2021
After Not Finding a Cricket Bat, Tennis Leads Sinha to Cornell
Adit Sinha's father wanted to teach him how to play cricket at age 6, but couldn't find a store that sold cricket bats. He bought him a tennis racket instead, and Sinha was soon hitting forehands and backhands. The blue chip senior from New Jersey will be playing at Cornell in college.

19-Jan-2021
Cincinnati's Pendergast Finds Best Opportunity in Her Hometown
Elizabeth Pendergast thought she would attend college in a different part of the country. But once she made a visit to the University of Cincinnati, she realized the best option was in her own backyard. The four-star senior signed with the Bearcats in November.

13-Jan-2021
Four-Star Chepuri Happy to Join the Amherst College Team
Amherst College was the first school Sujit Chepuri visited during his recruiting process. The four-star from Minneapolis loved the team atmosphere and educational opportunities. Once he received a phone call from Amherst during a group lesson last summer, his grin told everyone what it was about.

12-Jan-2021
Blue Chip Madison Sieg Commits to the Trojan Family
Madison Sieg knew she didn't have to follow in her mother's footsteps and play for the University of Southern California. But the blue chip juinor from Connecticut wanted to join the Trojan Family. She realized it was the perfect fit for what she wanted in a college.

8-Jan-2021
Blue Chip Stammel Announces Commitment to Vanderbilt
Bridget Stammel conducted an organized and thorough college recruiting process. The blue chip junior from Dallas, Texas wanted to make sure she was making the right choice. Stammel made her decision this week, committing to Vanderbilt.

6-Jan-2021
Airport Encounter Leads Needham to University of Mary
A chance meeting in an airport terminal helped Emily Needham find a college program that matched all of her needs. The two-star from Cheyenne, Wyoming signed with the University of Mary last month.

5-Jan-2021
The Math Adds Up For Leonov at University of Chicago
Andrei Leonov sought his older siblings' advice when it came to choosing a college. The four-star from Tampa wanted a strong Division III tennis program at a school with respected math and economics departments. Leonov found it all at the University of Chicago.

26-Dec-2020
Wang Maximizes His Opportunities to Play for Carnegie Mellon
Willam Wang returned to the United States from Taiwan for more opportunities in school and tennis. The four-star senior from Austin, Texas worked hard to get an offer from his top college choice, and has committed to play for Carnegie Mellon University.

22-Dec-2020
Lopez Makes Rutgers Take Notice, Signs with Scarlet Knights
Rutgers head coach Hilary Ritchie was scouting another player when she noticed Jackeline Lopez playing nearby. She began recruiting Lopez that day, and the five-star senior from Georgia signed with the Scarlet Knights last month.

15-Dec-2020
Friendly Advice Leads Blue Chip Foster to Alabama
Zachery Foster received some advice to consider Alabama after rosters spots at other schools were no longer available. The blue chip senior from San Antonio liked what he heard from the Crimson Tide coaches, and signed with the program.

9-Dec-2020
Tennis Helps Will Kistler Find His Way to Washington & Lee
Since he first started playing the sport, Will Kistler wanted to use tennis to help him get a quality college education. The three-star senior from Atlanta is on his way to accomplishing that goal by committing to Washington & Lee University.

8-Dec-2020
Mission Statement: Blue Chip Johnson Will Eventually Join UCLA
Spencer Johnson fulfilled his childhood dream by signing to play for UCLA. But before Johnson makes an appearance with the Bruins, the blue chip senior from Utah plans to take a two-year LDS mission.

4-Dec-2020
Five-Star Vassel Sees a Wealth of Opportunity at Boston College
Jake Vassel knew Boston College didn't offer athletic scholarships for men's tennis. But the five-star senior from Danville, California coveted all the opportunities the university provided and decided to commit to play for the Eagles.

3-Dec-2020
Quick Courtship Leads Four-Star Svendsen to Delaware
Samantha Svendsen spent months trying to find the right college to play Division I tennis. But it only took a few days for the four-star senior from Connecticut to secure an offer from the University of Delaware and make a commitment.

25-Nov-2020
Five-Star Maheshwari Rejoices in Acceptance to Penn
Sonia Maheshwari made her commitment to the University of Pennsylvania last spring after she was offered a spot on the team. But everything felt much more official once the five-star senior from North Carolina received her acceptance letter this month.

24-Nov-2020
Blue Chip Brunkow Mindful of UCSB's Early Attention
UC Santa Barbara was the first school to express interest in Gianluca Brunkow. The blue chip from Southern California appreciated the early attention and sincerity of the coaches. He officially committed to become a Gaucho in August.

18-Nov-2020
VanPelt Makes Deadline Decision with Omaha Commitment
Keegan VanPelt had only a few hours remaining before she needed to make her college decision. The senior from Lawrence, Kansas walked off the court after a high school match and knew the University of Omaha was the right choice.

16-Nov-2020
Blue Chip Hamner Experiences a Fabulous Florida Fortnight
Blue chip Sarah Hamner just completed a two-week stretch of 16 singles and six doubles matches in 14 days. The South Carolina-bound senior reached both finals at the Orlando ITF Grade 4, then won the singles title at the following week’s tournament in Daytona Beach, after qualifying in both.

12-Nov-2020
Blue Chip Bengtsson Gets a Special Feeling at Northwestern
Max Bengtsson has grown up in the Chicago area around Northwestern. But it wasn't until he visited the campus as a recruit that he realized how much the school had to offer. The blue chip senior is signing with the Wildcats this month.

11-Nov-2020
Arizona-Bound Colton Smith Has 'Chevy Truck' Traits to Excel
Colton Smith's work ethic and durability earned him the nickname "Chevy truck" from his coach. The blue chip senior's passion for the sport enabled him to become a sought-after recruit who will be signing with the University of Arizona.

10-Nov-2020
The Bruin Unicorn: Blue Chip Wagle Heading to UCLA
Coaches could see the Elise Wagle possessed an uncommon potential from an early age. The blue chip senior from New York developed into sought-after recruit and chose UCLA as her college destination.

5-Nov-2020
Five-Star Corsillo Ready For All Notre Dame Has To Offer
Jamie Corsillo was introduced to tennis by an instructor who spoke like Mickey Mouse or Donald Duck. The five-star senior traveled from New York to Florida to pursue the sport. His next stop? Notre Dame.

4-Nov-2020
Incoming Hope: Moulin Ready to Join Sister at JMU
Hope Moulin may not have discovered James Madison University unless her older sister transferred there last year. Once a roster spot became available in 2021-22, the four-star senior from Florida jumped at the chance to play for the Dukes.

28-Oct-2020
New Coach Helps Seal the Deal for Hill at Trinity
Ruth Hill was already being recruited by Trinity (Texas) when Andrew Cohn was named the head coach last spring. Given they had been corresponding long before, it seemed like the perfect fit for Hill. The three-star senior from Abilene, Texas has committed to Trinity.

26-Oct-2020
Blue Chip Sophie Williams Commits To Florida
Sophie Williams felt the University of Florida offered the best opportunity for her development as a player and person. The blue chip junior from Charleston, South Carolina committed to the Gators last week.

22-Oct-2020
Ahlstrom Ready To Explore New Experiences at Brown
Addison Ahlstrom wanted to get away from California for college and experience new things in another area of the country. The four-star senior and multi-sport athlete will have that chance in Rhode Island after committing to Brown.

21-Oct-2020
Five-Star Duan Hopes to Reach His Potential at Wake Forest
Adam Duan doesn't have much experience with college tennis. But the five-star senior is excited to get a full immersion in the fall of 2021 after recently committing to Wake Forest.

16-Oct-2020
Ghosh's Creative Approach Leads To Notre Dame
Nibedita Ghosh took a creative approach to her recruiting process once the coronavirus pandemic limited in-person visits. The five-star senior from New Jersey who enjoys making music realized Notre Dame hit all the right notes.

15-Oct-2020
Kersten Follows Coach's Lead, Pursues Air Force Opportunity
Arjun Kersten's high school coach contacted the Air Force Academy because he thought Kersten was the perfect fit for the program. The four-star senior from Texas realized he was right, and has committed to the Falcons.

13-Oct-2020
Renewed Search Leads Four-Star Wernli to Gonzaga
Caroline Wernli had to renew her college search once the coronavirus pandemic hit and many roster spot offers no longer existed. The four-star senior from Texas contacted Gonzaga, and discovered the smaller school fit her better.

7-Oct-2020
Four-Star Sean Joseph Realizes He Belongs at William & Mary
Sean Joseph gained more confidence in his ability to play at the Division I level after receiving positive feedback from a college coach. The four-star senior from Chantilly, Virginia believes he found the right fit for his future at William & Mary.

6-Oct-2020
Marcus Paints a Pretty Picture By Committing to Bucknell
Caroline Marcus discovered a passion for painting this summer, and her portraits adorn the family's new cryotherapy business in New Orleans. It became a talking point for the three-star senior during her recruitment to Bucknell.

29-Sep-2020
UNC Greensboro Commit Gallagher Goes The Extra Mile
Olivia Gallagher drives from Kentucky to the Atlanta area each month to spend a few days training with Stewart Russell at the Universal Tennis Academy. The hunger to improve helped the four-star senior receive an opportunity to play at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

24-Sep-2020
Father's Memory Inspires NAU-Bound Morgan Donovan
Morgan Donovan didn't get to play many big tournaments while his late father battled prostate cancer. The five-star senior from Fountain Hills, Arizona is hoping his father is proud of his recent commitment to Northern Arizona University.

23-Sep-2020
Chhabra Excited to Return to San Francisco, Join Dons
Simran Chhabra first visited the University of San Francisco when her older sister attended the school before transferring. The four-star senior from Texas will be the next Chhabra to join the program, having committed to the Dons in July.

17-Sep-2020
UC Davis is the Right Spot for Five-Star Ryan Morgan
Ryan Morgan had UC Davis high on his list even before the coronavirus pandemic. Once two other schools no longer had a roster spot for him, the five-star senior from Glendale, California realized committing to the Aggies was clearly the best option.

15-Sep-2020
Hunger To Excel Leads Blue Chip DeFalco to LSU
As a vegan, Jenna DeFalco took an extra interest in the nutritional facilitiles colleges had to offer during her recruiting process. The blue chip rising senior from California was most impressed with LSU's commitment to fueling their athletes for optimum performance.

10-Sep-2020
Blekhman Has a Positive Outlook About Lehigh Commitment
Marc Blekhman quit tennis for a year to play soccer. The break helped him develop a more positive mental outlook, and he returned to tennis even stronger and eager to play in college. The four-star senior from Illinois has committed to Lehigh.

8-Sep-2020
Commitment Secured: Herremans Sees Bright Future With Army
Paige Herremans wants to pursue a career in cyber security. The four-star rising senior from Orlando realized the military was the perfect option for her future. Her commitment to Army became official last month.

3-Sep-2020
SMU Feels Like Second Home to Four-Star Stafford
Alex Stafford attended SMU summer tennis camps when he was very young because his brother attended the school. The four-star senior from Rancho Santa Fe, California will be back on the courts much more after committing to the Mustangs.

26-Aug-2020
Purdue Takes Notice of Brancatelli's Athletic Potential
Gabriele Brancatelli moved to the United States from Italy three years ago with a goal of playing college tennis. His athleticism and potential caught the attention of Purdue's coaches, and the four-star rising senior has committed to the Boilermakers.

21-Aug-2020
Jarmond Renews Passion for Tennis, Commits to Missouri State
Tiera Jarmond had early success in junior tennis before a shoulder injury stymied some of her recruiting chances. The three-star from Texas nearly gave up the sport, but rekindled her passion and has committed to play at Missouri State

13-Aug-2020
Thiel Stays Close To Home With Cal Commitment
Makenna Thiel knew all about the University of California, Berkeley. The Piedmont native grew up taking lessons on the courts and her mom attended the school. The rising senior realized Cal was the right fit for her as well, and has committed to the Bears.

10-Aug-2020
Martens Takes A Different Route to Presbyterian
Daniel Martens spent one year taking classes at Miami Dade College after high school and training with his private coach in hopes he would get a chance to play Division I tennis. The former two-star is getting the opportunity at Presbyterian College.

7-Aug-2020
Different Blueprint to Blue Chip for Ohio State-Bound Ratliff
Rising senior Sydni Ratliff didn't leave home to attend an academy or stop attending regular school. Yet the Oho native still managed to achieve blue chip status and has committed to play for the program she grew up watching at Ohio State.

6-Aug-2020
Positive Endorsements Help Zhou Select Pomona-Pitzer
Angie Zhou wasn't able to visit any colleges because of the coronavirus pandemic, but she still was able to learn about them through calls to students and players. The four-star rising senior from Michigan heard only good things about Pomona-Pitzer and committed to the Division III program.

31-Jul-2020
Family Memories Help Inspire UCLA-Bound Catanzarite
Ava Catanzarite wears two bracelets on her wrist during matches. They are in honor of her cousins, who both died one year apart. The blue chip rising senior from Pittsburgh recently committed to UCLA, where she will continue the tradition and hope to make her family proud.

28-Jul-2020
Breakfast Discussion Helps Murphy Pick North Carolina
Peter Murphy has always valued the advice of his older siblings. The five-star from Portland, Oregon sat down with some of them over breakfast to weigh the pros and cons of his college decision before picking North Carolina.

16-Jul-2020
Persistent Solomon Makes a Strong Connection at Belmont
Abigail Solomon didn't let one unreturned email deter her from being recruited to Belmont. The four-star rising senior from nearby Knoxville, Tennessee reached out again and made a strong connection that turned into a verbal commitment.

9-Jul-2020
Family Ties Provide Comfort For Binder At Pacific University
Cassidy Binder had interest from Division I schools, but the coronavirus prevented her from making any official visits. The four-star from Oregon realized the best option was close to home at Division III Pacific University, where her mom is the coach and her sister plays on the team.

2-Jul-2020
Representing Family, UW Hits Home For Five-Star Suko
Nedim Suko is excited about staying home to play for the University of Washington. Not only is he proud to wear the purple and gold, the five-star rising senior is proud to represent his family's success story.

30-Jun-2020
Princeton-Bound Blue Chip Dale Has A Love For Tennis, Piano
Long before he started playing tennis, blue chip Andrew Dale was studying classical piano. The instrument remains an outlet for him to decompress, even during airport layovers. Dale is heading to Princeton, and plans to make music a part of his college experience.

26-Jun-2020
Family, Pandemic Lead Blue Chip Noel to the University of Iowa
Family connections and the Covid-19 pandemic led blue chip Alexa Noel to delay turning pro and commit to play for the University of Iowa for the 2020-21 season. The New Jersey resident began her final year of ITF junior eligibility this year ranked No. 5 in the world.

18-Jun-2020
Move to Division I Helped Stratakos Pick UC San Diego
UC San Diego is officially becoming a Division I program next month and joining the Big West Conference. That helped convince Monica Stratakos to sign with the Tritons. The four-star from Saratoga, California will be a freshman this fall.

9-Jun-2020
De Luna Stays Local By Committing to Incarnate Word
Noah De Luna loves living in San Antonio, and wanted to play college tennis in front of his family and friends. The four-star Class of 2020 recruit will get the chance after committing to Incarnate Word.

3-Jun-2020
Tulane Commitment Has a Friendly Benefit For Four-Star Theis
Brooke Theis first learned about Tulane when her close friend was being recruited to the university. The two will become teammates in 2021 when Theis joins the team. The four-star junior from Illinois has committed to the Mean Green.

28-May-2020
After Virtual Visits and Research, Chakladar Chooses MIT
Sundeep Chakladar wasn't able to take any official visits once the coronavirus pandemic shut down all travel. The four-star senior from Redondo Beach, California still did his homework on multiple colleges and decided going across the country to MIT was the right option.

22-May-2020
Crawfishing and Tennis Are a Way of Life For LSU-Bound Koch
Ben Koch grew up on his grandfather's crawfish and rice farm in Louisiana. His mother, Emily, a former college tennis player, is a crawfish farmer. Koch is staying close to the family farm for college. The blue chip senior has signed with LSU.

19-May-2020
Asokumar Recovers From Illness to Reach College Tennis Goals
Arjun Asokumar was told he may never play competitive tennis again after suffering from a brain illness at age 13. Not only did he recover, he made the long climb back to five-star status. The Chicago native has committed to Johns Hopkins.

14-May-2020
Determination Helps Five-Star Collins Reach Fresno State
Karl Collins was willing to travel nearly an hour on public transportation to get to training every day. The dedication was rewarded when the five-star senior from Richmond, California signed with Fresno State.

6-May-2020
Blue Chip Rapolu Makes An Early Jump to Join Texas
Malaika Rapolu is graduating a year early to join the Texas program in the fall. The blue chip from Cedar Park, Texas wants to take advantage of the better training available with the Longhorns as she pursues her goal of playing professionally.

30-Apr-2020
Five-Star Heuser Changes Direction, Picks Hometown Illinois
Megan Heuser thought she wanted to leave home to attend college outside of the Big Ten Conference footprint. But after the five-star junior visited Illinois, she realized staying in state to play for the Illini was the best option.

29-Apr-2020
Four-Star Phillips Gets GameDay Treatment At Dayton
Davis Phillips made his official visit to Dayton when ESPN's GameDay crew was on campus for a Flyers men's basketball game. The support he saw helped the four-star junior from South Carolina determine Dayton was the right place to commit for college.

27-Apr-2020
Gillinov Extends Family Tradition By Committing to Yale
Nicole Gillinov is set to become teammates with her big sister once again after committing to Yale. The five-star senior from Ohio is extending a family tradition by attending the Ivy League school. Her father is also a graduate.

24-Apr-2020
Blue Chip Cooksey Opts For Maize and Blue
Blue chip Will Cooksey grew up as a University of Michigan fan, so his recent verbal commitment to the program is hardly a surprise. The 16-year-old from Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan will be the third generation in his family to attend Michigan.

21-Apr-2020
Blue Chip Broadus Rides Early Wave with Pepperdine Commitment
Savannah Broadus was already leaning towards committing to Pepperdine, but her decision was expedited because of the coronavirus pandemic. The blue chip junior wanted to ensure she had scholarship money and a roster spot for 2021.

20-Apr-2020
Five-Star Derek Hsieh Selects University of Chicago
As a five-star recruit, New Jersey’s Derek Hsieh drew interest from many Division I programs. But the 17-year-old high school senior wanted to emphasize the academic side of the recruiting equation, which led him to verbally commit to Division III’s University of Chicago.

16-Apr-2020
Robotic Tennis: McCandless Ready for all Caltech Has to Offer
Kyle McCandless had good options close to home to puruse his love of engineering and tennis. But the four-star senior from Massachusetts wanted to find a sunnier location for college and chose to commit to Caltech.

15-Apr-2020
Four-Star Landreth Gets Surprise Offer From Ragin' Cajuns
Grant Landreth wasn't sure what to expect when he met Louisiana head coach Mark Jeffrey for coffee. The four-star senior from Lafayette got an early Christmas gift and a chance to fulfill a childhood dream with the Ragin' Cajuns.

7-Apr-2020
Spencer Ready for New Experiences at Saint Louis University
Mya Spencer wanted to get away from home and sign with a program that could offer her a great financial package. She found both at Saint Louis University. The four-star senior has signed with the Billikens.

3-Apr-2020
Persistence Helped Loudermilk Finally Connect with UConn
Nicholas Loudermilk decided to take another shot and email UConn again after hearing there were changes on the coaching staff. He finally got a response and arranged an official visit. The four-star senior from Anderson, South Carolina loved the school, and has committed.

25-Mar-2020
Barrow Finds The Right Fit Is Close To Home At Mercer
There is no tournament Samuel Barrow doesn't look forward to playing. He plans months in advanced and counts down the days. His weekends will soon be filled with college matches as the four-star senior is staying close to home to attend Mercer.

23-Mar-2020
Unexpected Visit Results in Texas Tech Commitment For Evans
Kailey Evans didn't plan to visit Texas Tech during her college recruiting process. But once the blue chip junior did, she realized she wanted to play for the Red Raiders and made a verbal commitment.

12-Mar-2020
Sacrifices Makes Iowa Commitment Even Sweeter for Weiss
Her family would drive 20 hours to tournaments, sleep in their caravan and work multiple jobs to help Oliva Weiss achieve her goals in tennis. The four-star junior from Michigan saw one reward come through earlier this year when she committed to Iowa.

10-Mar-2020
Friendly Recommendation Leads Brady to Marquette
Ian Brady listened to his trainer's advice and decided to learn more about Marquette and head coach Steve Rodecap. The four-star senior from Indianapolis liked what he learned, and has committed to the Golden Eagles.

6-Mar-2020
Pratt's Persistence Leads to Northwestern
When five-star recruit Sydney Pratt was growing up in Chicago, she occasionally participated in tournaments at the Northwestern University campus. But playing for the Wildcats seemed an unattainable dream as she entered high school. That is no longer the case.

4-Mar-2020
Columbia Hits All the Right Notes For Five-Star Ruger
Henry Ruger is more than just a tennis player. The five-star from Philadelphia also sings in the Keystone State Boychoir and has traveled around the world to perform. Ruger is taking his diverse interests to Columbia, where he will play in the fall.

19-Feb-2020
Chaudhary Achieves Goal of Signing with Stanford
Aryan Chaudhary's top choice for college was always Stanford. The blue chip Bay Area native wanted to stay close to home and represent the Cardinal. He'll get his chance next fall after signing with Stanford.

14-Feb-2020
Blue Chip Coleman Commits To Blue Devils
After taking her official visits last fall, Ellie Coleman was still mulling her college choice. The 16-year-old high school junior believed there was too much at stake to rush her decision, so it wasn’t until last month that blue chip verbally committed to Duke.

12-Feb-2020
Krug Twins Double Their Commitment to Duke
Connor and Jake Krug knew they wanted to attend college together and prolong their successful doubles career. The blue chip juniors had visited Duke many times to watch college basketball games, and fell in love with what the tennis program had to offer. They committed to Duke in December.

5-Feb-2020
Longhorns, Likely Short Stay: Blue Chip Stearns Picks Texas
Peyton Stearns intends to play college tennis for one year before pursuing a full-time professional career. The blue chip senior from Mason, Ohio felt Texas provided the best package to fit her needs. She has committed to the Longhorns.

29-Jan-2020
Hernandez Set to Become First in Her Family to Attend College
Sayda Hernandez used tennis to achieve her educational dreams. Once the five-star senior arrives at Indiana in the fall, she will become the first in her family to attend college. Hernandez wants to be a role model for her siblings.

23-Jan-2020
Five-Star Mikeal Carpenter Could Be Program-Changing Recruit
Rather than sign with a bigger program, Mikeael Carpenter decided to stay close home at Morgan State. The five-star senior from Maryland has known Morgan State head coach Matt Townes his entire life and feels comfortable at the HBCU in Baltimore.

21-Jan-2020
Selby's College Goals Take a New Direction with CMS
Sena Selby grew up dreaming about playing pro tennis or joining a Division I program. But as she began looking at colleges, she realized Division III was a better fit for her aspirations. The four-star from New York has committed to play for Claremont-Mudd-Scripps.

16-Jan-2020
The Next Big Stage for Four-Star French is RPI
Tennis isn't the only passion for John French. The four-star senior from Raleigh, North Carolina also performs in school plays and sings in the choir. He found a college program that supported his diversity. French has committed to RPI.

14-Jan-2020
Blue Chip Neal Works Hard to Earn Opportunity at Yale
Mature beyond his years, it was no surprise to his coaches that Luke Neal committed to Yale early. The blue chip junior from Northern California has become an example to other players at local clinics for his hard work and dedication.

2-Jan-2020
Moss Receives Friendly Welcome at Washington and Lee
Gabriela Moss was interested in Washington and Lee University for its strong academics and tennis program. But once she got on campus, she discovered a few traditions that made her feel even more welcome. The four-star from Arizona has committed to the Division III program.

24-Dec-2019
Zukic Discovers Home Away From Home at Western Michigan
Nejla Zukic could have stayed close to home and gone to Louisville, where her high school campus is located. But she wanted to gain some independence, and found a home away from home at Western Michigan. The four-star senior signed with the Broncos last month.

18-Dec-2019
Four-Star Elizabeth Yu Bowed Over By Bowdoin
Elizabeth Yu was impressed when Bowdoin hired Ben Lamanna to take over the women's program. She made a visit to Maine, and realized she loved everything else about the school. The four-star senior from New Jersey is announcing her commitment to Bowdoin.

17-Dec-2019
Bentz Leaves Comfort Zone by Choosing Erskine
Emma Bentz thought about playing it safe and attending college very close to home. But the three-star senior from Georgia decided to expand her horizons a bit by signing to play for Division II Erskine in South Carolina.

11-Dec-2019
X Marks the Spot for Five-Star Imani Graham
Imani Graham's recruitment to Xavier was unlike anything head coach Doug Matthews had ever experienced. The dream scenario became a reality for the Musketeers when the five-star senior from Florida signed with the program last month.

6-Dec-2019
Cadeau Drawn to Howard and Benefits of HBCUs
Attending an HBCU wasn't a requirment for Justin Cadreau. But once he visited Howard University, the three-star from New Jersey realized how much the school had to offer. Cadreau fulfilled a lifelong goal by signing with Howard this week.

26-Nov-2019
Go West Young Man: Opaciuch Chooses UC Riverside
Eric Opaciuch made his final three visits within a few days of each other to get a more accurate comparison. The four-star senior from Florida chose the only West Coast school on the list, committing to UC Riverside. His father also attended a UC school.

15-Nov-2019
Columbia Stands Out for Ravichander
Ishaan Ravichander took as many visits as possible during his recruiting process. The blue chip senior from New Jersey didn't want to overlook any options. He found everything he was looking for at Columbia University, and made his commitment in October.

15-Nov-2019
Flach Works to Earn SEC Opportunity at Auburn
Adeline Flach wasn't high on the recruiting radar once her family returned from living France after her sophomore year of high school. But the five-star senior from Georgia worked hard to gain notice from college coaches, including Auburn. Flach is signing with the Tigers.

14-Nov-2019
Middleton Values Family Feel at Arizona
Jett Middleton gained perspective on the importance of family after his sister died of a drug overdose. The five-star senior wanted to find a college program that made him feel at home, and Arizona was the best fit. Middleton will be signing with the Wildcats.

14-Nov-2019
Coaching Collegiality Leads Semenovski to Wisconsin
Nastasya Semenovski didn't have Wisconsin on her radar until CMS coach Dave Schwarz introduced her to Wisconsin coach Kelcy McKenna this summer at hard courts. The recruiting goodwill resulted in Semenovski committing to the Badgers. The five-star senior from Massachusetts will be signing with Wisconsin this week.

13-Nov-2019
Blue Chip Leustian Gearing Up For UCLA
Blue chip senior Stefan Leustian committed to UCLA last week, and will celebrate Signing Day today by making it official with the Bruins. The blue chip senior just may not have any UCLA gear available to wear in the photo that he sends to head coach Billy Martin.

13-Nov-2019
Corley Doubles the Sooners Family Connection
Carmen Corley isn't signing with Oklahoma just because her sister is a member of the team. But the sibling connection played a big part in her decision. The blue chip senior from New Mexico will be joining the program early by enrolling in January.

12-Nov-2019
Blue Chip Duong Finds Warm Welcoming at Illinois
Katherine Duong thought she wanted to play college tennis on the West Coast. But after a friend joined the team at Illinois, Duong decided to make a visit. The blue chip senior felt right at home, and will be signing to play for the Illini this week.

8-Nov-2019
Blue Chip Tracy Bound for Buckeyes
Having grown up an Ohio State fan, J.J. Tracy didn't want his affinity for the school to cloud his judgment in selecting a college. The blue chip senior realized the Buckeyes were the perfect fit for many more reasons after making his official visit.

7-Nov-2019
Han Finds a Great Tennis Home in Oklahoma
Nathan Han lived only three minutes away from a tennis academy when his family moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma. He decided to begin taking lessons, and discovered his love for the sport. The senior will be staying close to home for college by signing with Oklahoma.

6-Nov-2019
Pierce Ready to Make it Official with Western Michigan
Brogan Pierce committed to Western Michigan during his junior year. The three star from Illinois never doubted his chioce, and his eager to sign his letter of itent to play for the Broncos once the signing period opens next week.

5-Nov-2019
Pet Project: Campanella's Heart Set on Rhode Island
Grace Campanella had her heart set on attending Rhode Island to study to be a vet and play Division I tennis. A coaching change nearly disrupted her plans, but things worked out in the end. The four-star senior from Maine is signing with Rhode Island.

4-Nov-2019
Luehrman Takes Initiative to Connect with Quinnipiac
Alexandra Luehrman believed she was better than her results showed on paper, and hoped Quinnipiac would feel the same. The two-star senior reached out before a showcase event, and was eventually offered a spot in the program.

30-Oct-2019
From Hawaii to Idaho, Kunimoto Feels at Home with Bengals
Hawaii's Keilyn Kunimoto never expected to attend Idaho State. But once the four-star senior took an official visit to the school with her parents, she fell in love. Kunitomo will trade in beaches for colder winters when she signs with the Bengals.

29-Oct-2019
Duke's Loyalty Stands Out For Blue Chip Vallabhaneni
After he injured his wrist, Niroop Vallabhaneni noticed the interest of some schools waning. But Duke coach Ramsey Smith never wavered in his support, and Vallabhaneni noticed. The blue chip senior plans to sign with the Blue Devils once the signing period opens in November.

25-Oct-2019
Last Minute Visit Leads Blue Chip Braswell to Longhorns
Blue chip senior Micah Braswell initially committed to Florida State. But after some changes to coaching staffs, Braswell decided to visit the University of Texas and realized it was a better fit. He will be signing to play for the defending national champions.

24-Oct-2019
Keeping An Open Mind Leads Four-Star Falcon to Emory
Samantha Falcon didn't think she wanted to attend college in the South. But after taking a visit to Emory, the four-star senior realized she was wrong. Falcon loved everything about the school, and is excited about a new adventure in Atlanta.


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