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2019 Men's Tennis Roster

Peter Griswold

  • Class Senior
  • Hometown Palatine, IL
  • Highschool Principia Upper School

Biography

Senior Year (2018-2019)
Peter also among the group of seniors playing their last season, is recognized by his team mates as one of hardest working players on the squad. Earning “most improved player” 3 times during his college career, Peter enters his final season as a Panther ready to contribute wherever he is needed. Last season, his contributions at both 6 singles and 3rd doubles earned Peter SLIAC’s 2nd team All-Conference honors last season, and gave the Panthers the edge in the deeper parts of the matches played. The points Peter won by taking his matches across the finish line, helped the Panthers continue to have overall winning seasons above 500 the past 2 years. Peter adds strong and passionate support to all of his team mates and he definitely will see some roster action this season. 

Junior Year (2017-2018)
Grisley, is a junior is in his 3rd season with the Panthers.  All would agree, that Peter remains one of the hardest workers on the squad. Always on the courts in his spare time, he works tirelessly on improving.  Winning his team’s vote for “Most Improved Player” 2 years running tells much about his resolve.  Peter will most definitely see action on the roster, and likely be alternating at the #6 singles and #3 doubles roles this season.

Sophomore Year (2016-2017)
Peter, affectionately known as Grisley, is like everyone’s little brother, but don’t let that fool you, he is a like a quiet lion. In a recent move to St. Louis from near Chicago, Grisley is in his sophomore year as a member of the team. Respected as one of the most dedicated workers, he is sure to see more action this year.

Freshman Year (2015-2016)
Peter joins us this year from the Principia Upper School varisty tennis team.  He spends every day at practice honing his fundamental skills and developing a broader understanding of tennis tactics.  "Grisely" has strong forehand and an even stronger will to compete.  Never one to back down from a challenge, Peter is also always supporting his teammates.  Look out for Peter in the seasons to come!

Fun Facts:

1.)  When did you start playing tennis and why? 
When I was in high school because I was too short make the basketball team

2.)  What do you love most about tennis?
The fact that everything comes down to you on the court and that really pushes you. No one else is going to hit the ball so you have to stay in it mentally no matter what.


What's your favorite......

Movie? Lord of the Rings Trilogy
TV Show?  Game of Thrones
Food?  BBQ food
Restaurant?  They're all good!
Hobbies?  I love to play ping-pong and basketball.  I also spend most of my time following sports.
Pro Athlete?  Charles Tillman
Dream Job? White Sox Radio play-by-play announcer

Statistics

Season:
2018-2019

Season Statistics

Season Statistics

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Career Statistics

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Historical Player Information

  • 2015-2016Freshman

  • 2016-2017Sophomore

  • 2017-2018Junior

  • 2018-2019Senior