Junior Year (2012-2013)
This is Andrews first year out for the team but he has been playing competitive tennis for a number of years. He has a strong grasp on strategy, tactics and history of the game.  He brings a strong competitive spirit and a good work ethic that will help him as he develops his collegiate game.

WHY I LOVE PLAYING TENNIS!

I love playing tennis for a number of reasons.  Probably the biggest one is the individuality of the sport.  Once I walk out on that court, it is just me and my opponent.  Everything that happens after is due to my own actions and decisions.  I also love the strategy and multiple ways the game can be played.  You can have a one handed backhand, a two handed, a western grip forehand, and you can be a serve-and-volley type player or a baseline basher.  Lastly, I would say I love the athleticism, endurance, and mental toughness this game requires.  This game is not for everyone and I pride myself that I am up to the challenge. What I love most about playing tennis is the individual competition between me and my opponent.

When did you start playing tennis and why?

I started playing when I was about 12 years old with my older brother.  I don’t remember if there was a particular reason why we picked up rackets but I can say that we both were very competitive and wanted to try something new together.  We started first playing in the street across from our house and eventually we started going to the courts at our local high school.  By the time high school came, my brother had already completed 2 years of high school tennis and encouraged me to do so as well.  I did and never looked back.


What's your favorite......

Movie?  Oooh hard to choose but I would have to say Dances with Wolves

TV Show?  24

Food?  Pizza

Restaurant?  Fazolis

Hobbies?  Watching famous movies, reading fantasy and historical books, role-playing video games.

Pro Athlete?  Roger Federer

Dream Job?  Interpreter