Personal
Graduated from Kalamazoo College in 2017 with a degree in chemistry and economics.
Current Residence
Rockford, Illinois
Current Occupation
I currently work for a small company called Campbell Science, and my current job title is Biochemist. Along with being a biochemist, I am also teaching tennis lessons at the local tennis club, and I recently was the high school tennis coach for Boylan Catholic High School.
Favorite Tennis Memory
My favorite memory of being on the Kalamazoo College men's tennis team was when the Division III nationals were held at Kalamazoo in 2016. During that year, I finished second in nationals individually and the most special thing about that experience was the fact that most of the students, student-athletes, faculty, staff, and even alumni came together as one. The legendary Stowe Stadium was packed with over 500 people, and I felt like it was a once in a lifetime experience. Even though I lost, I learned that regardless of any situation, Kalamazoo College students and staff are extremely supportive of one another.
Competing at K
First of all, I appreciated the opportunity that Coach Riley gave me to play for a historic tennis program. Without his guidance and support, I wouldn't have become the player I was, and because of that, I am forever grateful for him! He helped me learn how to manage class loads along with the rigors of the tennis season, tools that I still use to this day in my daily work-life schedule. Second, playing with awesome teammates that were always there to support me. My teammates were some of my good friends, and past teammates were great models on how to conduct yourself on and off the tennis court. Lastly, the alumni of past teams were awesome mentors. Some would come to practice and discuss how their own experiences on the team helped them grow as individuals. The professors at Kalamazoo College were some of the most influential and helpful people on campus. I could go in during office hours, and the professors were always willing to help!
Athletic Accomplishments
Four-time MIAA MVP...All-MIAA First Team four years...two-time All-American in singles...advanced to finals of NCAA III Singles Championships (2016)...advanced to semifinals of NCAA III Singles Championships (2017)...ITA Central Region Player to Watch (2016)...ITA Central Region Senior Player of the Year (2017)...ranked as high as No. 3 in the nation (2016)...89-17 career record in singles (22-0 MIAA)...66-30 career record in doubles (22-0 MIAA)...MIAA Player of the Week nine times...MIAA Academic Honor Roll and ITA Scholar-Athlete senior year.